Nursing Home Negligence and Elder Abuse

The strength of our society should be judged by the quality of care rendered to our youngest, sickest and oldest citizens, since they are unable to care for themselves.

Unfortunately, the quality of care rendered in nursing homes across the country is considered a national disgrace by many. Nursing home neglect injuries are suffered with surprising frequency, resulting in a loss of dignity, self-respect and quality of life for our loved ones. Nursing home injuries often reflect inadequate staffing, supervision, or training on the part of institutions more interested in maximizing profits than in providing dependable care and protection.

Dignity is one of the most protected and preserved elements in our society. Prior to entering a nursing home, loved ones were proud individuals who worked hard throughout their lives and deserve respect and proper care when they are unable to care for themselves.

Nursing home lawsuits not only provide compensation for victims, but also operate as an important safeguard in our society to ensure that proper standards are followed in the industry.

If you believe that a loved one has suffered a serious physical injury as a result of negligent care, request a free consultation and claim evaluation to determine what legal options may be available. There are no fees or expenses unless a recovery is obtained.

As a result of negligent nursing home care, a wide variety of painful, debilitating and life-threatening injuries could be suffered. Common nursing home injury claims for which lawsuits have been pursued include:

Types of Nursing Home Lawsuits We Handle

• Bedsores (also known as pressure sores or decubitus ulcers)
• Dehydration and malnutrition
• Abuse and Assault
• Restraint Injuries and Strangulation
• Falls and Fractures
• Wandering and Leaving the Facility
• Wrongful Death
• Prescription Errors

If a friend or loved one has suffered an injury as a result of nursing home neglect or abuse, request a free consultation from the lawyers at Patrick J. Filan LLC.

Our law firm handles both personal injury and wrongful death claims against nursing homes. For a free consultation contact Patrick J. Filan.