Monthly Archives: March 2021
How to Prove Damages in a Nursing Home Abuse Claim
After learning that your loved one has been the victim of nursing home abuse, it may be very clear to you about what happened. When filing a claim though, neither the court nor the insurance company will simply take your word for it. You must have evidence that substantiates your claim so you recover… Read More »
Questions to Ask Yourself if You Suspect Nursing Home Abuse
If you have a loved one in a nursing home, it is important to always watch for signs of abuse or neglect. When you spot the signs of nursing home abuse, you should ask the staff members about it, and even question your loved one to try and get to the bottom of it…. Read More »
Maggots, Rape and Yet Five Stars: How U.S. Ratings of Nursing Homes Mislead the Public
By Jessica Silver-Greenberg and Robert Gebeloff of the New York Times Maggots, Rape and Yet Five Stars: How U.S. Ratings of Nursing Homes Mislead the Public
Who is Liable for Nursing Home Abuse?
Every year, approximately four million nursing home residents are subjected to some type of neglect or abuse in nursing homes throughout the country. While the statistics are alarming, nursing home residents and their family members should know they can hold liable parties accountable for nursing home abuse. Before filing a claim for damages, however,… Read More »
Types of Financial Abuse in Nursing Homes
When people think of nursing home abuse, physical abuse is often the first thing that comes to mind. Sadly, this is not the only kind of abuse that happens in long-term care facilities. Among the many types of nursing home abuse, financial abuse is one that many people are becoming more aware of today…. Read More »
