Nursing Home Injuries
Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer
Cleveland • Columbus • Toledo • Cincinnati
Our Ohio nursing home abuse attorneys at Becker & Mishkind Co., L.P.A., know that nursing home injuries are becoming more frequent as our population ages. Our elderly loved ones in nursing homes deserve a professional standard of care. Sadly, due to the economics of nursing home operation, this standard of care is often lacking. Abuse and neglect of seniors in nursing homes can result in physical and emotional injuries and premature death.
Our nursing home injury lawyers believe in providing individuals, families, and potential clients with the information they need about nursing home abuse and neglect. That is why we offer free initial consultations regarding nursing home injury claims. We spend the time to explain the possible causes of nursing home injuries, your rights under the law to obtain compensation, and outline your options. To schedule a free initial consultation to learn more about nursing home injury claims, contact us at Becker & Mishkind Co., L.P.A., or visit our Nursing Home Information Center.
What are the signs of nursing home abuse or neglect?
Evidence of nursing home negligence or abuse can include:
- untreated bedsores
- ulcers
- unexplained fractures
- malnutrition
- dehydration
- bruises and other injuries
If you see any of these signs, contact a knowledgeable nursing home abuse and neglect attorney. In addition, if your family member reports deliberate physical mistreatment, such as hitting, slapping, inappropriate use of restraints, shaking, being attacked by another resident, or refusal to help someone out of bed, take it seriously. Contact an experienced nursing home abuse lawyer right away. This kind of abuse, neglect, and humiliation does not need to happen, and excuses such as lack of staff or insufficient training are no excuse at all. Do not hesitate to get help for your loved one and for all the individuals in the nursing home—there is a time limit on filing claims. Sometimes one neglect claim handled by a determined lawyer is all it takes to correct the situation. Call us today to discuss your nursing home abuse claim.
