17 Mar 2023
Bed sores, also known as pressure ulcers or decubitus ulcers, are a common problem for patients in nursing homes. These sores can be painful, debilitating, and, in severe cases, even life-threatening. If your parent or loved one is in a nursing home and has developed bed sores, it is important [..]
2 Mar 2023
Nursing homes are meant to be safe havens for the elderly, providing them with the care and attention they need in their later years. However, not all nursing homes meet these expectations. Injuries in nursing homes are unfortunately common, and when they happen, the question of who is liable often [..]
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 [..]
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
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