If you suspect someone you know is subject to nursing home neglect or abuse, it is important that you speak up on your loved one’s behalf. Although many nursing homes do provide loving, responsible care, in other institutions, nursing home administrators put profits ahead of the welfare of patients and residents.
At our Miami, Florida, law firm, we are committed to protecting senior citizens from elder abuse and neglect. If you would like to speak with experienced attorney Justin Ziegler about nursing home neglect, call 1-888-JZ-HELPS (1-888-594-3577) or e-mail our office to make arrangements for a free consultation and case evaluation.
Signs of possible negligence or abuse of a nursing home resident:
- Bedsores
- Dehydration
- Malnutrition
- Depression
- Inappropriate clothing
- Poor hygiene
- Slippery hallways
- Bruises and fractures
- Prescription errors
- Over-medicating and sedating
- Signs of sexual abuse
- Physical or emotional abuse
Do not assume that your family member or friend is hallucinating or that the complaints are due to dementia or paranoia. If you suspect that negligence caused an injury or a nursing home resident is the victim of abuse it is your responsibility to discuss the case with an impartial third party.
Please call 1-888-JZ-HELPS (1-888-594-3577) or e-mail our Miami office and see that the rights of the elderly are protected. Experienced nursing home abuse attorney Justin Ziegler will see that the proper protective measures are instituted.