Nursing Home Abuse
Senior Care Abuse
The abuse of senior citizens either by hired caretakers
or their own family members is an unfortunately frequent
occurrence. Abuse may take an active form and involve
hitting, punching, kicking, restraining, or sexually
assaulting an elder. It may also be passive -- failing
to provide adequate nutrition, medical care, hygiene,
and sufficient activity. Emotional abuse may involve
isolating or verbally berating the senior. Senior care
abuse is a serious issue that can have dire consequences
for the victim. If you suspect that someone you love
is a victim of senior care abuse, please contact
us today.
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Senior Care Negligence
Negligence by those responsible for providing care to
seniors is very serious. Withholding food, water, hygienic
care, socialization, sufficient movement to prevent
bedsores and other ailments, medication, and other needs
can spell illness, depression, or even death for seniors.
If you suspect that a loved one is a victim of senior
care negligence, it is crucial that you contact
us today. We can intervene and protect the rights
and well-being of your family.
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Assisted Living Abuse
Assisted living facilities serve older residents who
need help with some daily activities such as cooking,
dressing, or taking medications, but for whom maintaining
a level of independence is important. Assisted living
facilities do not provide the same amount of attention
and care as nursing homes but do offer help to seniors
who are in between the stages of fully independent living
and the need for nursing home care. Unfortunately, assisted
living abuse sometimes occurs. Abuse may be physical
(i.e. hitting, kicking, punching), sexual, or even financial.
Abusers may also intentionally overmedicate residents.
If you or a loved one has been the victim of assisted
living abuse, it important to seek help from one of
our attorneys right away. Not only do you deserve compensation,
but by filing a lawsuit, you may be able to prevent
future abuse of yourself or others in the facility.
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Assisted Living Negligence
Assisted living facilities are intended to provide residents
with help in daily activities such as dressing, preparing
meals, bathing, or taking medications. Such negligence
can cost victims their health and potentially their
lives as well. In cases of assisted living negligence,
caretakers may neglect these promised duties. Depriving
seniors of proper nutrition, medication, or hygienic
care is a crime, and the victim and his or her family
may be able to file a lawsuit against the guilty facility.
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