Protecting Loved Ones in the Nursing Homes
As we get older, it becomes increasingly difficult for us to complete tasks that were once easily accomplished. We become more dependent on the people around us, relying on family members to help us make decisions in our best interest.
For many people, moving to a nursing home can seem like the best option to ensure proper care from medical professionals and staff who are always available. Unfortunately, that is not always the case.
If you suspect a family member or loved one is being treated improperly, you may be looking for a lawyer to help. At the law office of Jeffrey L. Victor, P.C., we have extensive experience representing clients throughout Arizona in nursing home negligence cases. Contact our firm online or call 602-903-6842 to schedule your free initial consultation.
What Constitutes Nursing Home Negligence?
When a person lives in a nursing home, there are expectations that they will be assisted with their daily activities. Many older people need help taking their medication, bathing themselves and moving around. If the staff at the nursing home is not providing a good level of care, your loved one may be experiencing problems.
Because many patients are not able to reposition themselves on their own, they rely on the nursing home staff to turn them over frequently so they do not suffer from bed sores. When the staff fails to do so, patients' skin breaks down, causing bed sores. We represent clients who are facing problems due to nursing home negligence, including:
- Bed sore
- Pressure ulcers
- Skin breakdown
- Elopement, or wandering away from the nursing home
- Malnutrition and dehydration
- Incorrect medication
- Nursing home falls
Do Not Let Loved Ones Suffer From Nursing Home Neglect
The Adult Protective Services Act provides additional remedies for older citizens and their families. If your loved one is incapacitated or vulnerable, they may be subject to physical abuse or neglect at the hands of the nursing facility. We fight on behalf of our clients to receive punitive damages, compensatory damages and attorneys fees.
If you think your loved one may be suffering from nursing home abuse or negligence, contact our firm. We work closely with our clients and their family to examine all the records from the nursing home facility and the hospital. When it is necessary, we work with medical experts, geriatric experts, nursing experts and wound care experts. Call 602-903-6842 to schedule your free initial consultation.