Nursing home abuse and neglect can cause serious injuries, suffering, and death. If you or a loved one has been harmed while in the care of a Los Angeles nursing home facility, then don’t hesitate to call M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers at (877) 300-4535 or contact us for help. You may have the right to file a lawsuit and demand compensation. Our Los Angeles nursing home abuse lawyers can help you fight to maximize your recovery.
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Get us in your corner and put yourself in the best position to win your case. Call our law office in Los Angeles, California now. Your first consultation is free.
How M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers Can Help With Your Nursing Home Abuse Case
Nursing homes are supposed to help your aging family member. They’re supposed to provide food and shelter, care and support, medical attention, and a safe space to continue their life. Unfortunately, many nursing facilities in Los Angeles County don’t. And, it’s residents who suffer the consequences.
These nursing homes must be held accountable when harm is done. You can do that by filing a nursing home abuse lawsuit. Or, you can focus on helping your family member and letting our Los Angeles nursing home abuse attorneys take on the fight for compensation for you.
At M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers, our attorneys understand how devastating it can be when a family member is abused or neglected. And, whether you’re dealing with physical injuries, trauma caused by neglect, or financial abuse, we’re ready to help you make things right.
Choose our top-rated Los Angeles law firm, and we’ll:
- Investigate the abusive situation and determine what allowed it to happen
- Gather evidence to prove the abuse or neglect
- Work closely with leading experts as we build and value your case
- Determine if the facility or caretaker has a history of abusing or neglecting residents
- Take care of all conversations with the caretaker, their insurance company, and other parties
- Negotiate to get the best possible settlement offer for your family
- Take the abusive facility to court if you aren’t offered a fair deal
If your family member is being abused, there’s a good chance others are, too. Filing a lawsuit can support you financially and stop this type of unacceptable behavior. Let our Los Angeles personal injury attorneys fight to make that happen. Call to schedule a free consultation now.
How Common Is Nursing Home Abuse in California?
Elder abuse – especially in nursing homes – might be as common as child abuse. It’s estimated that for every ten nursing home residents, one experiences abuse or neglect of some kind. It’s also believed that only one out of every 14 elder abuse cases is actually reported to the authorities.
That means that tens of thousands of nursing home residents potentially suffer needless injuries and suffering every year.
This is particularly true for nursing home residents in California. Studies suggest that the state accounts for 11 percent of all nursing home abuse cases in the United States.
What Is Nursing Home Abuse?
Nursing home abuse comes in many different forms:
- Physical abuse
- Emotional neglect
- Physical neglect
- Abandonment
- Financial abuse
- Sexual abuse
- Pharmaceutical abuse
How can you know if your family member is being abused or neglected?
Some signs to keep an eye out for include:
- Unexplained bruises, cuts, or injuries
- Weight loss
- Increased infections and illnesses
- Mental confusion or agitation
- Reluctance to see or speak with family
- Unexplained charges to credit cards or bank accounts
- Depression
- Apathy
Try speaking with your loved one if you notice any of these things. Take the time to sit down with their caretakers to discover why they might be exhibiting these things. If you aren’t happy with the answers, it might be time to consider that your family member is being abused or neglected. If that’s the case, our attorneys can help you get to the bottom of what’s happening and take legal action, if appropriate.
How Much Is a Nursing Home Abuse Case Worth?
Many factors can influence what a personal injury case involving abuse or neglect might be worth, including:
- How long the abuse or neglect has been going on
- The types of injuries or trauma that the resident has suffered
- What type of medical treatment or care will be needed in the future
- The cost of finding a new facility and relocating
- Out-of-pocket expenses related to the abuse or neglect
The more extensive the trauma (and the higher your costs), the more your nursing home abuse case is probably worth. However, any abuse or neglect can have catastrophic consequences.
So, it’s crucial to get a clearer picture of what your specific case might be worth. Speak with our personal injury attorneys in Los Angeles to learn more.
What Compensation Is Available to Victims of Nursing Home Abuse in California?
The consequences of nursing home neglect and abuse can be long-lasting and far-reaching. They can be financial, physical, and emotional. Fortunately, you can seek compensation for all of these things through your personal injury claim.
Economic damages are awarded for the financial losses and expenses related to abuse or neglect in a nursing facility, including:
- Medical bills
- Rehabilitation
- Therapy
- The cost of finding and relocating to a new care facility
- Medication
- Medical equipment
- In-home nursing care
Non-economic damages are paid to compensate for the pain and suffering a resident experiences, including:
- Chronic physical pain
- Emotional distress
- Disfigurement
- Scarring
- Embarrassment
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Loss of consortium
If there’s evidence that a caretaker or nursing facility acted intentionally or with a reckless disregard for the resident’s safety, then punitive damages might also be available.
What Are Some Examples of Nursing Home Abuse?
Common examples of nursing home abuse or neglect include:
- Withholding food, water, or medication
- Physically attacking a resident (this includes hitting, kicking, pushing, and hair-pulling)
- Verbally abusing a resident
- Intentionally isolating residents from others
- Administering medication without the resident’s (or their family’s) knowledge or consent
- Failing to ensure that a resident gets proper medical treatment or care
- Stealing from a resident or using their identity
- Engaging in sexual contact with a resident
- Ignoring a resident’s complaints
- Refusing to allow a resident to use the phone or communicate with their family or friends
Caretakers have a duty to keep residents safe. When that’s compromised – either intentionally or through acts of neglect – you may have the grounds to file a lawsuit. Our Los Angeles nursing home abuse attorneys can help. Get in touch with us to learn more now.
Nursing Home Abuse Can Result in Catastrophic, Traumatic Injuries or Death
Whether you’re dealing with blatant physical abuse or more subtle acts of neglect, the potential for bodily injury is very real.
And the elderly tend to be more susceptible than younger people to severe injury, illness, and death.
M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers will help your family fight to make things right if your loved one has suffered:
- Broken bones
- Bedsores
- Chronic infections (e.g., C.Diff)
- Traumatic brain injury
- Spinal cord injury
- Burns
- Illness or injury related to malnutrition or dehydration
- Fall-related injuries
- Medication-related trauma
- Sexually transmitted disease (STD)
Our law firm is also here for you if you’ve lost a family member to a situation of abuse or neglect that resulted in their wrongful death.
How Long Do I Have to File a Nursing Home Abuse Lawsuit in California?
The statute of limitations for nursing home abuse lawsuits in California is typically two years.
You don’t want to miss the deadline that applies to your specific situation. This will mean giving up the right to recover money that your family needs to move forward. It’ll mean being solely responsible for the costs and consequences of your traumatic situation.
Don’t let that happen. Call our personal injury attorneys near you in Los Angeles, California as soon as you learn about the abuse. We’ll help you navigate the difficult days ahead and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Schedule a Free Consultation With a Los Angeles Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer
Contact M&Y Personal Injury Lawyers if a family member is being abused or has recently been abused by a caretaker in Los Angeles, CA. You may have the right to file a lawsuit and demand compensation. Our Los Angeles nursing home abuse lawyers are ready to help you fight to maximize your financial recovery.
We offer a free case evaluation and work on a contingency fee basis. This means there’s no cost to speak with us or hire our law firm unless we win your case.
Give us a call or contact us online to get started. Our team is available to schedule your free consultation now.
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