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Thomas Mauriello to Moderate Presentation on “Vulnerability and Opportunity: Why Older Adults Are Targeted for Scams and Undue Influence”

September 2026

On October 7, 2026, Thomas Mauriello will moderate a discussion and presentation with Dr. Stacey Wood, PhD, ABPP, a nationally recognized expert in elder abuse, decisional capacity, fraud, and undue influence. Using real-world case studies, Dr. Wood will examine why older adults may be at greater risk for financial exploitation and the psychological and situational factors that can contribute to vulnerability. She will also discuss how scams and undue influence happen and the impact they can have on older adults. Attendees will gain practical insight into recognizing these issues and understanding important considerations for legal professionals working with older clients and their families.

The presentation is sponsored by the San Diego County Bar Association’s Elder Law Section of the, of which Mr. Mauriello is chairperson. More information may be found at the following link.

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