Nursing Home Malpractice

Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect

As the population of the United States ages, more and more people find themselves living in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Many of the residents of these institutions are vulnerable - they are elderly, frail, and often have cognitive problems caused by age and diseases such as Alzheimer's. They often are living far away from their children or other loved ones and have no one to monitor the care they receive. They are frequently victims of abuse and negligence.

Sending a message to operators of nursing homes and other care facilities

At Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C., we are dedicated to helping individuals in nursing homes who have suffered abuse. We file lawsuits on behalf of residents of nursing homes for payment of their medical bills and other costs of an injury caused by abuse or negligence. In addition, we feel obligated to send a message to the operators of nursing homes and other care facilities: negligence and abuse of our senior citizens will not be tolerated. If your loved one has told you about abuse or negligence, or even if you suspect abuse or negligence, contact an attorney who is committed to helping our elderly live healthy, dignified lives. Call either our New York or New Jersey office to schedule a free initial consultation to discuss your situation.

A law firm known for handling challenging personal injury cases

Most nursing homes in our area provide excellent care. However, not all do. We have handled nursing home negligence cases involving issues such as:

• Decubitus ulcers or bedsores
• Unsanitary conditions
• Dehydration or malnutrition
• Physical abuse
• Failing to assist people who have difficulty walking, with resulting fall downs and broken bones
• Theft from nursing home residents
• Sexual assault of residents
• Burns
• Verbal abuse
• Inappropriate use of restraints

Nursing homes and other facilities often try to conceal negligent conditions from family members. When caught, they often offer a defense centering on improperly trained or insufficient staff. Some facilities try to hide behind ignorance of a prior criminal record. Of course, none of these defenses will hold up, as the operator of the facility is duty-bound to provide a certain level of care. Lack of staff, poor instruction, or ignorance is no excuse for providing sub-standard care.

If you suspect your loved one is being abused or neglected, do not accept any of these explanations. Instead, contact a knowledgeable lawyer experienced with nursing home abuse and negligence. At Davis, Saperstein & Salomon, P.C., we have been helping the injured since 1981. We have the experience, knowledge, and firm resources to help with matters related to nursing home abuse and neglect. We invite inquiries from families throughout the New York metro area, including New Jersey communities such as Newark, Elizabeth, Paterson, Trenton, and Teaneck.

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