"Standard of care" is a key concept in claims against nursing homes. It is the level of care, skill and treatment that a reasonably careful and skilled health care professional would provide under similar circumstances. This means considering factors such as the...

Poor sanitation in nursing homes can cause serious health problems for residents. Older people are more likely to get infections and other health issues, so keeping things clean is very important. Families need to know about the dangers of poor sanitation and the...