Monthly Archives: January 2026
How Do Staffing Shortages Result in Nursing Home Neglect?
Nursing homes in Florida, and throughout the country, have been battling staffing shortages for decades. The problem became particularly prevalent after the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. According to one study, 94 percent of nursing homes faced staffing shortages in 2021 and the problem continues today. Understaffing is one of the main causes of nursing… Read More »
Who Can File a Claim for a Nursing Home Death?
It is something that no one wants to think about but nursing home abuse is more common than people think. In some cases, residents suffer such harm that they do not survive the neglect or abuse. In these cases, family members of residents may be able to file a claim against the nursing home… Read More »
How to Find Nursing Home Violations
If you are about to admit your loved one into a nursing home, it is essential that you research the facility extensively to determine if it is a suitable place for your loved one to live. Visiting the facility and speaking to current residents and staff members can give you an idea of whether… Read More »
Alarming Statistics Regarding Sexual Abuse in Nursing Homes
Sexual abuse occurs in nursing homes when someone, usually a staff member or another resident, forces a resident to engage in unwanted sexual activity. Physical contact does not necessarily have to occur. Showing residents photos of a sexual nature can also constitute sexual abuse in nursing homes. Any type of abuse is alarming in… Read More »
