Nursing Home Negligence

Nursing homes are where many older adults reside when they cannot live independently. When their support needs exceed what their loved ones can provide, arranging for professional care is a rational solution. Unfortunately, not everyone living in a nursing home...

Older adults living in nursing homes generally require regular support from professionals. They may need help taking their medication on time and preparing meals. They may even require support while getting dressed, bathing and going to the bathroom. Without proper...

Abuse is sadly an element of many people’s stays in nursing homes, and it can take many different forms. One that might not be at the top of most people’s radar is cultural or identity abuse. This can be just as damaging as other forms of abuse, such as financial and...

Any place where many people live in close proximity, there is risk of infestation or infection spreading rapidly. Particularly in places like nursing homes, where residents may have compromised immune systems, viruses and pests can spread like wildfire. In some cases,...

Caring for an elderly loved one is a responsibility that requires trust, compassion and constant vigilance. Families who choose nursing homes do so with the hope that their relatives will receive the care, dignity and attention they deserve.  Unfortunately, cases of...

There are many ways in which nursing home neglect and nursing home abuse are similar. Both can certainly do significant harm to a resident in a nursing home. But it is also important to consider the differences. Nursing home abuse often includes issues like: Physical...

Wrongful death lawsuits are a legal means of holding another person or possibly a business accountable for a preventable death. Families who believe that a nursing home may have caused the premature passing of an older loved one may potentially have grounds for a...

Older adults with care needs and cognitive deficits often move into nursing homes. Their families cannot provide them with the consistent care they need for their health and safety. People rely on nursing homes to administer medication, meet an individual’s daily...

If one of your loved ones is in a nursing home or another facility, you may be wary about the potential for abuse or neglect. The World Health Organization warns that rates of elder abuse are high in long-term care facilities, nursing homes and other such community...

If your loved one was harmed in a nursing home, you may be preparing to file a negligence claim against the facility in question. However, you need to be ready for pushback; nursing homes often fight hard to avoid or minimize liability. Understanding the common...