Top twenty tips on how to reduce the risk of becoming a victim of fraud
On Saturday, May 16, at 10am, we are privileged to welcome retired Deputy District Attorney Paul Greenwood for an in-person presentation on recognizing and avoiding fraud.
Fraud may go back to Biblical times, but modern technology makes it increasingly common and increasingly difficult to detect. It can arrive by text, email, phone call, video, social and messaging apps, or in person. It can look and sound exceptionally “real.” How does one distinguish between the real and the fake? How can you protect yourself?
This seminar is valid for all ages but is especially important for older adults who are frequently the target of fraud. Bring your parents, bring your (adult) children, and bring your friends!
About Paul Greenwood
Paul Greenwood was a solicitor in England for 13 years. After relocating to San Diego in 1991 he passed the California Bar and joined the DA’s office in 1993. For twenty-two years, Paul headed up the Elder Abuse Prosecution Unit at the San Diego DA’s Office. In 1999, California Lawyer magazine named Paul as one of their top 20 lawyers of the year in recognition of his pioneering efforts to pursue justice on behalf of senior citizens.
In March 2018, Paul retired from the San Diego DA’s office to concentrate on sharing lessons learned from his elder abuse prosecutions with a wider audience. In October 2018, he was given a lifetime achievement award by his former office.
Paul now spends much of his post retirement time speaking on behalf of AARP nationally, consulting on elder abuse cases, testifying as an expert witness, and providing trainings to law enforcement and Adult Protective Services agencies across the country and internationally. He is also involved as the criminal justice board member of National Adult Protective Services Association.
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