Nursing Home Neglect

If you have a loved one who was injured in a nursing home, you may be able to sue the institution for neglect. Nursing homes tend to be understaffed and that can lead to the needs of patients being ignored. There are laws regulating nursing homes in the state and in the country. When nursing home laws are violated, there are grounds for a lawsuit. Unfortunately, neglect can sometimes occur in nursing home facilities, breaking the trust that was placed in the nursing home facility and its workers. Nurse Home Neglect is defined as a breach of duty or form of sub-standard care that results in harm to the patient. Nursing Home Neglect can look different from case to case, but the four main categories of Nursing Home Neglect are Emotional and Social Neglect, Personal Hygiene Neglect, Basic Needs Neglect, and Medical Neglect which can lead to painful bedsores, and infections, among other ailments. On top of protecting your family member or loved one from continued neglect, The Oropeza Law Firm can help you recover damages for the harm that was inflicted.