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.
Thinking about suing a nursing home for abuse or neglect? Find out who can be liable, the claims you'll probably bring, damages you can collect, and more.
When a nursing home resident is assaulted, a claim against the facility (and others) is likely to follow.
If you or a loved one has been abused in a nursing home, Adult Protective Services or a similar agency likely will be your first line of defense.
The list of responsible parties starts with the abuser, but it doesn't end there. Find out who else might be liable when a nursing home resident is injured by abuse or neglect.
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