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:

1. Initial Investigation: We gather all relevant documents, including medical records, incident reports, and staff logs.
2. Filing the Complaint: We file a formal complaint against all responsible parties, officially starting the lawsuit.
3. Discovery: This is where we exchange evidence with the other side, taking depositions and building our case.
4. Mediation & Settlement: Many cases are resolved through negotiation. We will aggressively fight for a fair settlement.
5. 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.

Contact Us for a Free Consultation

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.

Trusted Legal Representation for Personal Injury Lawsuits

If you’ve been injured in an accident, the immediate financial burdens can be overwhelming. The constant stream of medical bills and the stress of lost income can add a new layer of suffering to your recovery. At Berkowitz & Weitz Law, P.C., our NYC injury lawyers are dedicated to helping you recover all of your economic damages. We fight to ensure you are fully compensated for every dollar you have lost, so you can focus on your health, not your finances.

What Are Economic Damages in a Personal Injury Case?

Economic damages are the quantifiable, out-of-pocket costs directly related to your accident and injuries. These are the expenses that have a clear price tag, and you have a right to recover them from the at-fault party. Our legal team meticulously calculates and aggressively pursues all of your financial losses.

Common Types of Economic Damages We Recover:

• Past and Future Medical Expenses: This includes everything from the immediate costs of your emergency room visits and hospital stays to the long-term expenses of physical therapy, prescription medications, home healthcare, and even future surgeries. We work with medical professionals to accurately project these lifelong costs.
• Lost Wages and Income: An injury can force you to miss work, resulting in a direct loss of income. We not only recover the wages you have already lost but also fight for compensation for a loss of earning capacity if your injuries prevent you from returning to your previous job or earning a similar wage in the future.
• Property Damage: If your car, motorcycle, or other personal property was damaged in the accident, the costs to repair or replace it are a part of your economic damages.
• Out-of-Pocket Expenses: We also account for less obvious costs, such as transportation to medical appointments, childcare, or domestic help if your injuries prevent you from performing daily tasks.

How We Build a Strong Case for Your Financial Recovery

While your bills and pay stubs provide a starting point, securing full compensation requires a detailed and strategic approach. Our New York personal injury lawyers work with a network of financial experts, vocational specialists, and medical professionals to:

• Accurately Calculate Future Losses: We don’t just look at what you’ve lost already. We project your future medical costs and loss of earning capacity to ensure you are compensated for a lifetime of care.
• Gather Critical Evidence: We organize and present your medical bills, wage statements, and other financial records in a clear and compelling way to insurance companies and, if necessary, to a jury.
• Negotiate Aggressively: Insurance companies will often try to minimize your settlement. We handle all communication with them and use our years of experience to fight for a fair and just recovery.

Your focus should be on your physical recovery, not on the stress of financial hardship. Let our NYC injury lawyers for medical bills and lost wages handle the legal complexities of your case.

Contact Berkowitz & Weitz Law, P.C. today for a free, confidential consultation.