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Chicago Undue Influence Attorneys

As important as personal care can be for people who are in the later years of their life, there are some caregivers who will abuse their position by exerting undue influence over the very person they are meant to care for. That being said, if you believe that someone has taken advantage of your loved one for financial gain, you should consult with a lawyer immediately.

At Peck Ritchey, LLC, our Chicago undue influence attorneys understand just how much this claim is likely to mean to you and your family, and we can develop a comprehensive legal strategy to help you hold the responsible party accountable for whatever assets may have been taken from your loved one.

Claiming Compensation for Harm Caused by Exerting Undue Influence

Our legal team has the experience and resources you will need to take an aggressive line of legal action. Though the methods by which caregivers may abuse their position for financial gain are almost inexhaustible, some of the more egregious indications that your loved one has been taken advantage of may include the following:

  • Sudden modifications to your loved one’s will
  • Unexplained expenses for things your loved one does not need
  • Small personal loans your loved one has given to the caretaker

Whatever the particulars of your situation happen to be, our legal team can evaluate your claims and help you make an informed decision about how you would like to proceed with the case. If you want to go ahead with a course of litigation, our firm can help you work through each and every step of the coming legal process.

Consult with an Undue Influence Attorney in Chicago

If you believe that someone has exerted undue influence over your loved one for financial gain, you should reach out to a lawyer to discuss what legal action you may be able to pursue against the responsible party. To speak with a Chicago undue influence lawyer from Peck Ritchey, LLC, about your case, please call our offices at (312) 201-0900 today.

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