The idea that someone could be hurting someone who’s close to you is terrible enough, but when that someone is a person who’s older and can’t speak for themselves or defend themselves, it can be even more devastating. If you suspect that your elder is being abused, then you should call the authorities, but your next call should be to Law Offices of Michael A. Kahn to get financial justice against the person who hurt them.
Some of the most common signs of nursing home abuse
There are actually numerous types of nursing home abuse, many of which have few if any outward signs. We’ll cover those later in this article, but for now let’s consider some of the most common signs of nursing home abuse:
- Broken bones
- Bruising
- Bed sores
- Infections
- Dehydration
- Mood swings
- Fractures
- Cuts
- Welts
- Emotional outbursts
- Sudden reclusiveness
- Refusal to eat
- Weight loss
- Refusal to take medications
Of course, the absence of these symptoms don’t meant that there is no abuse going on, and one of the above signs doesn’t automatically mean that there is. The point is to keep an eye out and don’t be afraid to report behavior you’re worried about or signs that alarm you.
Nursing home abuse can come in a variety of ways
When you work with Law Offices of Michael A. Kahn, you’ll be working with a law firm that has experience with a wide range of nursing abuse cases. Some of the cases we’ve worked on have included slip and fall injuries, failure of the nursing home to ensure that living conditions are sanitary, refusing doctors or visitors access to the person in question, exploiting or stealing from an individual, or even wrongful death.
Other cases involve malnutrition over a period of time, either withholding medication or overdosing patients on it, abuse that’s emotional or sexual, and failure to offer the most basic of social services, including activities. The bottom line is that nursing homes that accept our elders have a responsibility to them. If they’re not living up to that responsibility, then they should be held accountable.
You can seek damages on a number of fronts
When you contact Law Offices of Michael A. Kahn for your free evaluation, we will begin gathering evidence. If we establish that there is enough for a strong legal argument, then we will move forward and help you recover damages you’re entitled to. Some of the things we may seek damages for include mental suffering, pain and suffering, medical treatment (including hospital stays), physical disability, and necessary home nursing services.
We take cases on a contingency basis, which means you won’t pay us a penny until you’ve been awarded a settlement. We’ll handle all court costs, investigation costs, and filing costs. To learn more about your options, and to get started with your free case evaluation, call us today at (310) 209-1600.
