It's an unfortunate fact that a small percentage of nursing home residents suffer avoidable injuries because of a care facility's negligence. And in some situations, a care facility employee's carelessness or intentional actions can rise to the level of abuse. Whether a nursing home resident is harmed as a result of an accident, or by conduct that might also qualify as a crime, a civil lawsuit is always on the table as a potential legal remedy. In this section, we'll touch on some of the key practical and legal issues that arise in cases like these.
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Law
Understanding different forms of elder abuse in a nursing home or other care facility, and what to do about it.
Recognizing the Signs of Nursing Home Injury or Abuse
If you suspect misconduct on the part of a care facility or one of its employees, here's what to do.
Can I Sue a Nursing Home for Assault on a Resident?
When a nursing home resident is assaulted, a claim against the facility (and others) is likely to follow.
Reporting Nursing Home Injuries and Abuse
If you suspect misconduct on the part of a care facility or one of its employees, here's what to do.
How Can Adult Protective Services Help in a Nursing Home Abuse Case?
Learn about APS's role in a suspected nursing home abuse situation, and how to contact the right agency.
Proving Damages in a Nursing Home Injury or Abuse Case
In a lawsuit for nursing home abuse or injuries, proving harm and other losses is crucial.