Michele Emig

About Michele Emig

Michele Emig is an elder law and elder abuse attorney at Law Office of Michele E. Emig PC representing vulnerable adults and their families in Casa Grande, Arizona. Arizona's Adult Protective Services Act is codified in Title 46, Chapter 4 of the Arizona Revised Statutes, with the civil cause of action under ARS § 46-455 allowing recovery of treble damages and attorneys' fees for intentional or knowing abuse, neglect, or exploitation of vulnerable adults. Contact information is listed below.

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• Law School: Arizona State

Common questions about Elder Abuse in Arizona

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What is APS in Arizona?

Adult Protective Services is administered by the Arizona Department of Economic Security under ARS Title 46, Chapter 4 (the Adult Protective Services Act). APS receives reports, investigates suspected abuse, neglect, or exploitation, and can arrange protective services including emergency placement, medical coordination, and account freezes. APS does not impose civil or criminal penalties but refers cases to law enforcement and civil counsel.

Can I bring an elder abuse claim after the victim's death?

Yes. ARS § 46-455 survives the death of the vulnerable adult and may be brought by the personal representative of the estate or, in some circumstances, by statutory heirs. Wrongful-death damages and elder-abuse statutory damages can be sought together. Many Yuma- and Maricopa-area cases come to light only after the victim's death; the legal claims survive.

Who is considered a 'vulnerable adult' under Arizona law?

Under ARS § 46-451, a vulnerable adult is anyone 18 or older who is unable to protect themselves from abuse, neglect, or exploitation by others because of a physical or mental impairment. This typically includes older adults with dementia, Alzheimer's, severe physical disabilities, or other conditions that compromise self-protection - but the statute is not limited to seniors.

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