Protect Your Loved Ones Today!
Nursing homes provide around-the-clock skilled nursing care for the elderly and other vulnerable adults. Sadly, New York has many dangerous nursing homes which the state refuses to shut down. Residents suffer abuse or neglect and have no way of breaking free, while many family members feel powerless.
Poltielov Law Firm P.C. is committed to helping New York’s most vulnerable people hold nursing homes accountable for this egregious conduct. No one should suffer abuse or neglect silently. Contact us today, and we’ll get started reviewing your case and protecting your loved one.
Signs of Abuse or Neglect
Many residents suffer abuse in silence. They are terrified that staff will retaliate if they complain, so they keep quiet. However, there are some obvious signs of abuse to look for when you next visit:
- Bruises
- Cuts or lacerations
- Broken bones
- Unexplained trips to the hospital
- Withdrawn behavior
- Fear of specific staff
Abuse can take many forms, including physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. If you suspect something, speak up.
Unlike abuse, neglect is unintentional—but the consequences are just as severe. A neglected resident can wander from the property or suffer bed sores, infection, dehydration, and malnutrition. Neglected residents can also be attacked by another resident. If your loved one is unkempt or has a dirty room, the nursing home might be neglecting them.
Holding Nursing Homes Accountable
Abuse or neglect often stems from poor nursing home management, including negligent hiring or supervision, as well as chronic understaffing. A nursing home might be so desperate for staff they hire someone with a dangerous record or no references. Some nursing homes cut corners to inflate profits, and your loved one is injured in the process.
We can seek compensation for:
- Medical care to treat your loved one’s injuries
- Emotional distress
- Physical pain
- Costs of transferring a resident
We can also work with you to find a safe new home for your parent or elderly relative so that they never suffer this kind of abuse again.
Don’t Ignore Warning Signs
Some concerned family members are afraid to speak up because they don’t want to accuse anyone of neglect or abuse. Still, nursing homes should have an ombudsman on the staff who should investigate any concerns. Schedule a meeting.
You can also try to visit off-hours. You might run into a staff member abusing your loved one, or you could see that there are too few staff members on duty at that hour. This information can support your claim that something is wrong.
An attorney is also your advocate. We can jog nursing homes to take your concerns seriously, and we will notify the state when the nursing home tries to brush your allegations under the rug.
Speak with an Experienced New York Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer
We know you would do anything for loved ones suffering abuse. Call us today at 718-880-2911 or contact us online to schedule a time to meet, and we will provide an overview of your loved one’s legal rights. Our consultations are free, so there is no risk to call.