Lawfitz.com - Consult Nursing Home Neglect Lawyers To Save An Elderly Victim

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What if the nursing homes broken promises caused
your loved one injury or death?
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Consult Nursing Home Neglect Lawyers
Pearl S. Buck once said, The test of a
civilization is the way that it cares for its
helpless members."
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Consult Nursing Home Neglect Lawyers To Save An
Elderly Victim
Unfortunately, abuse and neglect of the elderly
staying in the nursing homes is a major problem
in America. Blame it on the civilization,
carelessness, neglect, or inhuman nature, the
fact that most of these victims are extremely
vulnerable makes it even more difficult for them
to report abuse due to their fear of retaliation.
Hence, it is the duty of nursing home
professionals to provide quality care to each
patient, and if they are unable to fulfill their
responsibilities, it is considered as medical
malpractice, in which case the nursing home
authorities are entitled to pay compensation to
the victim.
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Common Types of Abuse

• Physical Abuse
• Sexual Abuse
• Emotional Abuse
• Financial Abuse

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Nursing Home Neglect Signs and Injuries to Look
For

• Lack of supervision
• Bed sores
• Lack of restraints
• Improper medication
• Poor nutrition
• Assault and abuse
• Lack of sanitary conditions
• General neglect
• Fractured hips
• Abandonment

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Basic Responsibilities of a Nursing Home Facility

• Protect resident funds
• Provide proper nursing home care to all residents
• Honor the personal details and privacy of every
  resident
• Prohibit mistreatment, neglect and abuse
• Promote good quality of life
• Protect the dignity of the residents
• Encourage all residents to live a happy and
  healthy life

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Hire A Lawyer For Nursing Home Neglect Cases
If the nursing home facility fails to provide all
the above-mentioned benefits, or you see signs of
abuse, it is advisable to consult nursing home
neglect lawyers. A reputed lawyer will help you
or a dear one get the much deserved compensation.
While selecting a lawyer, make sure that they
specialize in nursing home neglect cases.
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How To Contact A Law Firm For Nursing Home
Neglect Cases
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