Recently, Michael Delaney, senior partner at DDV Law, was featured in a NY Times article titled, Retirees are Losing Their Life Savings to Romance Scams. The article talks about con artists using dating apps to prey on lonely seniors with assets and savings they can exploit.
“It is absolutely astonishing to me how much money someone can get out of an elderly person’s account before anyone really notices and puts a stop to it.” – Michael Delaney, Chicago-based elder law attorney.
At DDV Law, Ltd., we know how important it is for family members to check in on their loved ones before they mortgage their homes, borrow money, or empty their retirement accounts on false promises of love. Contact our elder law certified attorneys to discuss the signs of elder fraud and how to prevent it. If you suspect your loved one is a victim of a romance scam, we can help.