Entrusting the care of a loved one to a nursing home is a difficult decision. You have a right to expect a safe environment where they are treated with dignity and receive professional care. When that trust is violated through neglect or abuse, our New York nursing home neglect lawyers are here to hold the responsible parties accountable. We are dedicated to fighting for the most vulnerable members of our community and securing the justice and compensation they deserve.
What is Nursing Home Neglect?
Nursing home neglect occurs when a facility, its staff, or its administrators fail to provide a resident with the care they need, resulting in harm. This is different from intentional abuse, but the consequences can be just as severe.
Common acts of negligence often result from systemic issues within the facility, such as:
- Understaffing: Not enough employees to provide residents with adequate attention.
- Inadequate Training: Staff who lack the skills to handle medical conditions, dietary needs, or emotional distress.
- Poor Management: A failure by administrators to enforce safety protocols, conduct background checks, or address complaints.
Common Injuries Caused by Negligence
Negligence can lead to a wide range of preventable injuries and medical conditions. These issues often become the focus of a nursing home neglect lawsuit.
- Bedsores (Pressure Ulcers): These are a clear sign of inattentive care, often caused by residents not being moved or repositioned frequently. In severe cases, they can lead to dangerous infections like sepsis.
- Falls: Unsupervised residents, wet floors, or broken equipment can lead to severe fractures, head injuries, or even wrongful death.
- Malnutrition & Dehydration: A failure to provide sufficient food and water or to assist residents who have difficulty eating.
- Medication Errors: These can be caused by giving the wrong medication, the wrong dose, or failing to administer medication on time.
- Infections: Unsanitary conditions or a failure to provide proper medical care can lead to dangerous infections.
The Legal Process in a Nursing Home Lawsuit
The legal process for a nursing home negligence claim can be complex, but our firm handles every step for you:
- Initial Investigation: We gather all relevant documents, including medical records, incident reports, and staff logs.
- Filing the Complaint: We file a formal complaint against all responsible parties, officially starting the lawsuit.
- Discovery: This is where we exchange evidence with the other side, taking depositions and building our case.
- Mediation & Settlement: Many cases are resolved through negotiation. We will aggressively fight for a fair settlement.
- Trial: If a fair settlement cannot be reached, we are prepared to take your case to court to seek a verdict from a jury.
Damages You Can Recover
In a nursing home negligence lawsuit, your family can seek compensation for a range of damages:
- Economic Damages: These are the quantifiable, out-of-pocket costs of the injury. They include medical bills, the cost of moving to a new facility, and funeral expenses.
- Non-Economic Damages: These are the intangible losses related to the injury. They include pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life.
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If you suspect your loved one is a victim of neglect, do not wait. The well-being of your loved one is paramount. Contact our New York nursing home neglect lawyers today for a free, confidential consultation.
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