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Providing Legal Help for Nursing Home Neglect and Abuse
Over 1.3 million Americans live in nursing homes. Unfortunately, injuries are consistent and a growing problem. Legal claims force nursing homes to step up and be responsible to their residents and consumers. Schonberg Law is here to help you and your family member to receive the justice and compensation you deserve.
Every case is unique, but the following are common problems faced by patients or consumers that reside in a nursing home setting:
Bed Sores
Pressure ulcers, decubitus ulcers, and bed sores are among the most dangerous forms of nursing home neglect. If left untreated, bed sores can cause infection, hospitalizations, and other life-threatening problems. Bed sores usually develop on the hips, back, feet, and other areas where the bone is closer to the skin.
If a bed sore develops during a nursing home stay, it is a sign that the staff is not caring for the resident properly. Bed sores need to be treated and monitored immediately. It is essential that you notify the facility to prevent the sore from becoming worse, which leads to infections or, worse, surgery and other serious problems.
Broken Bones and Fractures
Falls cause the vast majority of bone fractures in elderly people. Nursing homes must identify residents with a high risk of falling and do everything to prevent the situation from occurring.
If you or someone you love suffered a bone fracture in a nursing home, we'll investigate and pursue a legal case if there is negligence or abuse.
Emotional Abuse
Verbal and emotional abuse is among the cruelest and most debilitating forms of nursing home abuse. Although there may not be physical abuse, the psychological effects on an elderly person are devastating. Keys signs of emotional abuse include changes in personality, loss of interest in activities, withdrawal, or fear around staff or other residents.
Malnutrition
Residents who do not receive proper nutrition and hydration are more at risk for bed sores, infections, and falls. Nursing homes must prevent malnutrition by carefully logging how much residents eat, offering a comfortable environment, and serving nutritious and appetizing food.
Sexual Abuse
Nursing home residents are particularly vulnerable to sexual abuse. Many with advanced dementia cannot tell their families or proper reporting persons at the facility what is happening. Physical signs of sexual abuse may include sexually transmitted infections, unexplained cuts or bruises in the genital area, and extreme fear of staff members or other residents.
If you or your loved one feels that the nursing home, its staff, or its residents are neglecting or purposely causing the aforesaid injuries, please call Schonberg Law Offices 24 hours at
845-928-3030 for a free consultation.
We’re here to help! Simply call (845) 928-3030.
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Central Valley Office:
209 State Route 32
Central Valley, NY 10917
Newburgh Office:
2717 Broadway
Newburgh, NY 12550
Poughkeepsie Office:
13 Market Street
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
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