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Physical and emotional abuse as well as neglect are shockingly common in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Sadly, a report prepared by the Special Investigations Division of the House Government Reform Committee indicates that as many as one in three nursing home residents are neglected or abused. Abuse varies significantly from one situation to the next, […]

Cleaning is a struggle for most nursing home residents, so it is up to employees to ensure that the facilities in which they work are clean and sanitary at all times. Unsanitary conditions can be deadly for nursing home residents, who are highly susceptible to illness even in the best of conditions. Federal law mandates […]

Few signs of nursing home abuse are as concerning or outwardly obvious as broken bones or bruising for which staff members have no explanation. Several forms of mistreatment, including punching, kicking, or slapping, can cause these injuries. If staff members do offer excuses for the bruises or broken bones, they may seem implausible. For example, […]

Often, mistreatment at nursing home facilities is emotional in nature, and while there may not be any outward physical signs of abuse, you can learn a lot by simply observing a resident’s behavior. If your loved one suddenly begins to act withdrawn, verbal abuse could be to blame. In some cases, the resident will be […]

Refusal to eat can be prompted by many medical issues that have little to do with nursing home abuse (including Alzheimer’s), but it could also be indicative of emotional distress. If a resident with a previously strong appetite suddenly stops eating despite not being diagnosed with any concerning health problems, the impetus could be abuse.

As with a patient’s refusal to eat, oversleeping may occur due to medical issues out of the staff’s control. However, in many cases, excessive sleep is a sign of overmedication. Staff members should be observant of how residents respond to their prescribed medications, but if they fail to pick up on oversleeping, they are clearly […]

Abuse can be difficult to detect, since its signs are often misconstrued as symptoms of various illnesses and conditions. However, if you suspect that abuse or neglect may be a problem at your loved one’s nursing home, it is imperative that you take action as soon as possible. If you believe a patient is in […]

If you believe that a loved one has suffered at the hands of abusive or negligent nursing home staff members, it is up to you to hold responsible parties accountable. The passionate personal injury attorneys at Rosenbaum & Associates can help you achieve justice and obtain remuneration on behalf of the victim. Call 1-800-7-LEGAL-7 for a […]