Nursing Home Abuse Archives

Bedsores–also known as pressure sores or pressure ulcers–usually happen to people who are bed-bound or must use a wheelchair to get around. Putting pressure on one area for a long time, especially where a bone is ...Read More

Nursing homes are proving to be big business, which is tragic news for those whose relatives live in the facilities. As private equity (PE) firms increasingly purchase these homes, an alarming trend has emerged: Cost-cutting ...Read More

Over 1.4 million nursing home residents are currently in over 15,500 nursing homes across the country. All of these facilities receive public funding through Medicare and Medicaid. There are billions of dollars funneling into...Read More

Much has been said about the critically low staffing levels at nursing homes and assisted living facilities since the dawn of COVID. Unfortunately, staffing issues were a problem even before the pandemic. However, since 2020,...Read More

Slip and fall accidents are among the most common causes of severe injuries among vulnerable persons and senior citizens. A Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report reveals that as many as 36 million Americans ...Read More

A nursing home abuse case may result in a significant amount of compensation. Depending on the facts of the case, this amount can exceed $1 million. Working with an experienced nursing home abuse lawyer can help you maximize ...Read More

If you or a loved one developed bedsores while in the care of a nursing home, hospital, home health care, or other medical facilities and care programs, the court could find your caretaker or the facility negligent. Bedsores ...Read More

Many of us must make the difficult decision to move a loved one into a nursing home because we can’t provide the care they need at home. And some seniors with dementia need around-the-clock supervision that simply requires ...Read More

Are you looking for a nursing home for your loved one? If so, we probably don’t need to tell you how daunting the task can be. From ensuring that the facility you’re considering can meet your family member’s specific ne...Read More

Nursing Home Abuse

Bedsore Treatment Costs in Nursing Homes [Do You Pay?]

Private Equity Owners Increase Deaths at Nursing Homes

Nursing Home Improvements Needed to Protect Seniors

Does Greed Affect Nursing Home Staffing and Resident Care?

How to Sue a Nursing Home for a Slip and Fall Injury

South Carolina Nursing Home Abuse Settlements

South Carolina Bedsore (Pressure Sore) Settlements & Case Value

How to Report Nursing Home Abuse in South Carolina [Step-by-Step]

Why You Should Not Rely on Medicare’s Nursing Home Ratings

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