Nursing Home Abuse
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.
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Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Law: Basics
How to identify the signs of elder abuse in a nursing home or other care facility, and what to do about it.
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Elder Abuse and Nursing Home Injuries FAQ
Answers to common questions about elder and nursing home abuse, and how to get help.
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Nursing Home Abuse Statistics and Data
A statistical look at elder abuse, with a focus on the extent of the problem in the nursing home setting.
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Common Kinds of Nursing Home Abuse
Neglect and abuse can take a number of forms -- whether physical, emotional, and financial. Learn more.
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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.
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Reporting Nursing Home Injuries and Abuse
The United States Census Bureau estimates that within three decades those persons age sixty-five or older will make up 20% of the population, i.e., an estimated 60 million persons.
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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.
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Who is Liable for Nursing Home Injury or Abuse?
Is the nursing home facility always liable for a resident's abuse or injury? What about third parties?
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Legal Rights of Nursing Home Residents
There are a number of federal and state laws that are designed to protect residents of nursing homes from abuse, neglect and exploitation.
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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.
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