Legal Question in Elder Law in California

forged dividend check

My sister forged my brothers name on a stock dividend check then put it in the bank. My brother is 75 and sister 73.

would this be under elder abuse


Asked on 6/18/09, 1:40 pm

3 Answers from Attorneys

Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Re: forged dividend check

Yes. He could file criminal charges, or take civil action, if he can't resolve it privately.

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Answered on 6/18/09, 2:06 pm
Terry A. Nelson Nelson & Lawless

Re: forged dividend check

Yes, and a crime. He could file criminal charges, or take civil action, if he can't resolve it privately.

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Answered on 6/18/09, 2:06 pm
Chris Johnson Christopher B. Johnson, Attorney at Law

Re: forged dividend check

It likely would be--you may want to start with a report to the police or Adult Protective Services.

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Answered on 6/18/09, 2:22 pm


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