15 Feb 2023
Abuse can come in many forms, including physical, emotional, sexual, and financial abuse. Unfortunately, many instances of abuse go unreported, as residents may not have the ability to communicate what is happening to them or they may fear retaliation from staff members. Nursing homes are meant to be safe havens [..]
30 Jan 2023
Dementia patients are particularly vulnerable to elder abuse because they may be unable to communicate or understand what is happening to them. They may also be unable to report abuse or protect themselves. Caregivers, family members, and friends should be vigilant and aware of the signs of abuse. Dementia is [..]
18 Jan 2023
Elder Neglect and Abuse is unacceptable…PERIOD. Caregivers in nursing homes – nurses and aides – are hired and trusted to provide professional and compassionate care with a polished set of morals. The RULE: Do No Harm. Many people ask: What factors cause nursing home abuse? What are the warning signs I [..]
2 Jan 2023
A significant number of people in nursing homes come down with respiratory infections each year. The most common causes of these respiratory infections are viruses and bacteria. However, there are less common causes, like a respiratory infection caused by an underlying infection or fungi in the environment. In today’s blog, [..]
28 Dec 2022
Nursing home abuse and neglect can sometimes lead to wrongful death. A wrongful death case occurs when the abuse or mistreatment of a resident leads to a loss of life. Check out the most frequently asked questions related to nursing home wrongful death. What is Wrongful Death in a Nursing [..]
Winning Results
$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
VERDICT
against a Middlesex County nursing home for a resident’s pressure ulcers and wrongful death
$3,000,000
SETTLEMENT
settlement for workers with mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis caused by asbestos in the workplace