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Financial Abuse

Protecting Elderly Victims of Financial Fraud

Serving Clients in California, Nevada and Arizona

It is a sad fact of life: some people prey on the vulnerable elderly for their own personal gain. When someone takes advantage of the trust of an elderly person and bilks them out of hard-earned money and property, the Brandi Law Firm is here to provide skilled legal representation.

Contact us today for a free consultation with our elder financial abuse lawyers. You can e-mail us, call us toll-free at 800-481-1615 or locally in the San Francisco area at 415-989-1800.

Representing the Powerless against the Powerful

Our attorneys have over 70 years of combined practice experience. Over the years, we have secured in excess of $1.50 billion in compensation for our clients. Our practice focuses on helping the powerless fight against the powerful. When people and institutions take advantage of powerless people, we serve as a voice to speak for the vulnerable and obtain justice.

  • Investment financial abuse: With the recent economic downturn and the revelation that several prominent investment firms may have been involved in Ponzi schemes, the financial abuse of elderly people is becoming increasingly apparent. An unscrupulous business could quickly destroy the financial independence of the elderly by offering inappropriate investment opportunities. Mortgage brokers misrepresent the benefits of a reverse mortgage, cheating people out of a home they worked a lifetime to own.
  • Annuities: Due to the volatility in the stock market, some companies are advising elder clients to take their money out of stocks and put them into annuities. Unfortunately, these are hazardous investments for older people, since they accrue over the long term.
  • Family financial abuse: Many people spend a lifetime building financial independence and securing wealth to pass on to future generations. These individuals have the right to remain independent and make decisions regarding the distribution of their assets. When a family member pressures an elderly relative for a power of attorney and then uses that power of attorney to defraud, we fight back for justice.
  • Unscrupulous business practices: Salespeople and companies often target elderly people who are easily confused, selling them useless or unnecessary products. Banks or financial institutions could take fees and other charges from elderly clients illegally, thinking they will not notice the missing money. Medical providers sometimes bill higher rates for services to the elderly, or may bill for services not rendered. We aggressively investigate and hold providers accountable for these practices.

We represent elderly people and their families in nursing home neglect and financial abuse cases throughout California, Arizona and Nevada. Contact us today to schedule a free consultation with one of our experienced attorneys. Call our San Francisco law office toll-free at 800-481-1615, locally at 415-989-1800, or send us an e-mail.
Recent Firm News
  • In 2008, Tom Brandi was named as one of the Top 500 lawyers in America by Lawdragon.
  • In late spring of 2007, the nation of Slovenia appointed Tom Brandi to serve as its honorary general counsel in California. Tom was selected by the government of Slovenia and his nomination was accepted by the US Government. He is currently serving in that part time post. San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom proclaimed June 25, 2007 as Slovenian Heritage Day. 
  • Brian J. Malloy and Casey Kaufman were both recently admitted to the Nevada and Arizona bars, joining Dan Dell'Osso and giving our firm three licensed attorneys to meet our growing case demands in each state. In Arizona, the top five finishers of the Bar exam are published. Brian Malloy was listed as the top finisher overall.
  • Thomas J. Brandi has been voted as one of the top 100 Super Lawyers in Northern California in all specialties of law since 2004, and was named to the Top 10 in 2006. Super Lawyers names Northern California's top lawyers as chosen by approximately 47,000 of their peers and through independent research. Only the top 5% of Northern California attorneys in more than 80 practice areas are selected. Tom was selected in the area of personal injury, products liability, and class action/mass torts.
  • On October 5, 2007 California Chief Justice Ronald George reappointed Thomas J. Brandi to a new three-year term on the California Judicial Council's Civil and Small Claims Advisory Committee. Brandi joins 18 Judges and other attorneys in assisting the Courts in identifying concerns confronting the judiciary in the areas of civil procedure, practice, and case management, and suggests appropriate solutions and responses. Brandi was previously appointed by the Chief Justice in 2004 and this will be his second term.
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Four Guiding Principles
  1. Strong advocacy for individuals against large insurance companies and state and local governments.
  2. Examination, investigation, and litigation of all components and aspects of our cases, including the roles of human beings, machines, and the environment in which they operate.
  3. Dedication to being leaders in the field and to working hard for change and prevention of injuries and wrongful death as well as being strong advocates for the injured.
  4. Commitment to providing steadfast guidance, meaningful advice, aggressive advocacy, and a superior level of personal attention and service to every client.