Imperial Valley seniors in rural and border communities deserve the same aggressive legal representation as families in major metro areas. Our former defense attorneys fight just as hard for Imperial County families.
Imperial County is one of California's most rural and underserved regions, home to approximately 180,000 residents. With a smaller senior population and fewer care facilities than urban counties, families often have limited choices when selecting a nursing home or assisted living community for a loved one.
This lack of alternatives can leave families feeling powerless when they discover abuse or neglect. Facilities in rural areas like Imperial County may operate with even less regulatory oversight than their urban counterparts, and staffing shortages are often more severe due to the region's remote location and economic challenges.
At California Nursing Home Law, attorneys Michael Young and Thomas Wallin believe that geography should never be a barrier to justice. They represent Imperial County families with the same aggressive insider-knowledge approach they bring to every case across California.
Welfare & Institutions Code 15600-15675 — Allows elder abuse victims to recover enhanced damages.
California Penal Code Section 368 — Makes it a felony to inflict unjustifiable pain or suffering on an elder.