Author Archives: Jay Butchko
The Law on Nursing Home Abuse is Ever-Changing
Attorneys know that state laws are always changing and it is important to remain up to date with them. Recently, House Bill 1029 almost passed through the legislature and became law. If it had passed, it would have provided great immunity to nursing homes when residents passed away, even if the death was caused… Read More »
Five Nursing Home Stats Your Family Should Know
Making the decision to place your loved one into a long-term care facility is very difficult. Still, sometimes elders need round-the-clock care that family members just cannot provide. Before you decide on a facility, it is important to know the concerns surrounding nursing homes and what to look for in one. Below, our Tampa… Read More »
Understanding Emotional Abuse in Nursing Homes
When people think of nursing home abuse, they often think of physical abuse such as hitting or pushing residents. However, emotional abuse is actually one of the most pervasive and common problems in long-term care facilities. Like other types of abuse, emotional abuse is often not reported by residents and it is also the… Read More »
Are Nursing Homes Liable for Resident Suicide?
Nursing homes must take reasonable and appropriate steps to prevent self-harm and suicides among their patients. Tragically, suicide is more common in nursing homes than many people think. If a resident of a nursing home commits suicide while in the nursing home’s care, staff members, administrators, and owners may be held liable in some… Read More »
Four Common Medication Errors in Nursing Homes
Medication errors are a very serious issue in nursing homes. While anyone of any age can suffer great harm due to a medication error, nursing home residents are particularly vulnerable. Due to the age and physical condition of nursing home residents, they will suffer the most serious injuries after a medication error including allergic… Read More »
Are Bed Sores Preventable?
Bed sores, also known as pressure ulcers, are very painful and always have the potential to become life-threatening. Unfortunately, they are also very common in patients and residents who live in nursing home facilities. Many studies have shown that as many as one in five patients in assisted living and nursing home facilities suffer… Read More »
The Three Most Common Nursing Home Complaints
When elderly individuals need assistance with daily tasks and activities, they often move to a nursing home and hope that staff members will provide a comfortable and safe environment. These facilities are extremely important, as they provide the round-the-clock care that family members often cannot. Unfortunately, not all nursing homes provide the proper care… Read More »
Why Are Women More Susceptible To Nursing Home Abuse?
Nursing home abuse and neglect is an extremely serious issue that causes great harm to some of the most vulnerable people in the country. Although it is true that nearly anyone who lives in a nursing home may experience abuse and neglect, it has been shown that women are at a higher risk. Sadly,… Read More »
How Do Negligent Supervision And Negligent Hiring Contribute To Nursing Home Abuse?
Nursing home owners, administrators, and staff members all have a legal obligation to make sure residents are properly cared for and that they enjoy a healthy and safe environment. Unfortunately, when any of these individuals fail to provide adequate training, hire qualified staff, or do not supervise their employees properly, it can result in… Read More »
June 15th Is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Since 2006, June 15th has been deemed World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. The day was declared by the International Network for Prevention of Elder Abuse (INPEA) and the World Health Organization (WHO). The day is a way to call lawyers, families, and advocates into action to promote a higher awareness of elder neglect and… Read More »
