Nursing Home Abuse Attorneys
Dayton NJ Nursing Home Neglect and Abuse Litigation
When you or your loved one is taken in as a resider to a Nursing Home there is an expectation that remedies will be proper and dignified. The treatment of some of the most vulnerable members of our neighborhood is so crucial that the New Jersey legislature enacted the Nursing Home Reform Act providing that every nursing home tenant has the right to be treated with dignity and regard, free from maligning and irresponsible activity.
According to the Federal Government, more than 1.5 million individuals reside in nursing homes every year throughout the nation. When providers choose to own and run a nursing home it accompanies the obligation to do it properly. This implies appropriate staffing, centers, training and medical protection. With the altering landscape of our population and longer life span, nursing homes are no longer places where the infirm go to die. The owners now need to operate facilities with a certain level of proficiency, staffing, training and centers that are concentrated on the needs of the population it serves.
The care provided to citizens at nursing homes by those employed at times result in causing physical, mental or psychosocial damage. In some cases the damage is triggered by deliberate acts, and often the harm is the outcome of neglect. Nursing home malpractice is a widespread, growing form of abuse both locally and nationwide. There is likewise reason to believe these circumstances of overlook and abuse are under-reported.
Common Signs Of Nursing Home Abuse Or Neglect in Dayton NJ
Whether it is being our own supporter or looking out for a loved one, it may not be as obvious as you think to detect the fact that a citizen has actually been the victim of abuse or neglect. Through our practical experience, we have learned that you need to always be on the lookout for falls with injuries and inexplicable injuries; sudden changes in client behavior or diagnosis; bedsores or pressure ulcers; quick weight reduction or poor nutrition; unsanitary conditions; overmedication; unexpected or unforeseen death; transfer to a healthcare facility or injury care center for infection, inexplicable injuries, or poor nutrition; and insufficient staffing or poor quality of staff.
Frequently residents struggle with minimized mobility which presents the increased threat for bed sores, lung problems and orthopedic injuries. The nursing homes that accept these patients are anticipated to have this knowledge and customize their care strategy appropriately to meet the needs of the senior and bedridden.
- Nursing home resident falls; Failure of a nursing home facility to properly identify a resident’s fall risk and implement proper precautions often leads to broken bones, brain injuries, and death. We have handled cases similar to this with successful recoveries for our clients.
- Failure to properly monitor a nursing home resident. It is the responsibility of the nursing home facility to monitor the resident. Things such as vitals, feedings, and other things need to be consistently and constantly monitored; Failure to do so can result in catastrophic injury or death.
- Resident Elopement; Residents are expected to remain in the nursing home facility to the best of their ability. Otherwise, avoidable casualties or catastrophic injuries may result.
- Bed Sores; The facility has a responsibility to assess the skin of each resident and take all necessary preventative steps in order to prevent unbelievably painful and impossible pressure injuries.
Why Choosing an Experienced Nursing Home Attorney Matters
A case against a nursing home is not a normal accident case. The experienced attorneys at Gencarelli and Rimassa Law Firm, LLC have the capacity to concurrently examine the occurrence, or series of events, while working with the appropriate medical specialists who aid in identifying what occurred, and who is responsible for our client’s personal injuries.
In addition, nursing home litigation involves a variety of specific and essential state and federal policies that can impact different cases in different ways. Having an attorney that can flawlessly handle all the medical and legal issues a case provides, while at the same time handling opposing counsel and the Court is essential to secure you or your loved one the most preferable result. Contact us today for a complimentary assessment to look at your case.