26 Oct 2023
In a society that values care, compassion, and dignity, it’s particularly tragic when the most vulnerable members – our elderly loved ones – fall victim to negligence. When that negligence leads to wrongful death in a nursing home setting, the pain is amplified tenfold. New Jersey has specific legal provisions [..]
19 Oct 2023
Elder care is a matter of trust, integrity, and utmost compassion. As families entrust their beloved seniors to nursing homes, there’s an expectation of safety, care, and dignity. However, the reality can sometimes be starkly different. Elder abuse in nursing homes is a grievous yet often hidden concern. At Sugarman [..]
12 Oct 2023
At Sugarman Law, we have seen, time and again, the impact of psychological abuse on seniors—especially those residing in nursing homes. While physical abuse leaves visible scars, psychological or emotional abuse often goes undetected, silently corroding a person’s mental well-being and dignity. Protecting our vulnerable senior population from such malevolence [..]
5 Oct 2023
When it comes to entrusting the care of our elderly loved ones to nursing homes, we all want to believe that they are safe, respected, and well-cared for. Unfortunately, not all nursing homes uphold the standards of care that we expect, and elder abuse is an alarming reality. According to [..]
29 Sep 2023
Neglect in nursing homes can lead to preventable injuries and illnesses among the elderly. While we often associate elder abuse with blatant mistreatment, it’s essential to recognize that neglect can be equally harmful. Undertrained staff and overcrowded conditions can leave seniors vulnerable to both abuse and neglect. In this article, [..]
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$1,400,000
SETTLEMENT
against a nursing home for the choking death of a resident
$1,000,000
SETTLEMENT
against an assisted living facility for injury and wrongful death of a resident
$930,000
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against a Middlesex County nursing home for a resident’s pressure ulcers and wrongful death
$3,000,000
SETTLEMENT
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