Nursing homes are intended to provide a safe and supportive environment for elderly individuals who require assistance with daily living activities. However, in some cases, nursing homes may fail to meet these standards, leading to neglect and harm to residents. Nursing home neglect can occur due to a variety of factors, including:
- Inadequate staffing: Insufficient staff numbers can result in residents not receiving the necessary care and attention.
- Medication errors: Mistakes in administering medications can have serious consequences for residents' health.
- Falls and injuries: Nursing homes have a duty to prevent falls and injuries, but inadequate safety measures can increase the risk of accidents.
- Bedsores: Failure to properly position and care for residents can lead to the development of bedsores, which can be painful and difficult to heal.
- Abuse and neglect: In some cases, nursing home residents may be subjected to physical, emotional, or financial abuse, or neglect.
Client’s Case
Due to the lack of fall safety preventions and interventions, our client fell and broke her hip. The defense claimed that the damages were minimal because she was elderly with a very limited life expectancy. The case was resolved after a three-hour Mediation session.
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