Families must remain vigilant for signs of abuse by home health care workers and should take decisive action if their loved one is mistreated. They should report the abuse to law enforcement right away. An attorney may also be able to help them file a lawsuit against...
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Staffing Shortages Worsen in Nursing Homes
by Steinberg Goodman & Kalish | Apr 19, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
Staffing shortages in Chicago nursing homes and throughout the U.S. have worsened over the last year, putting residents at risk for neglect or abuse. Approximately 15,000 nursing homes operate across the country, providing residency and care for people who need...
Behind Closed Doors: Are Nursing Home Lockdowns Enabling Abuse?
by Steinberg Goodman & Kalish | Mar 25, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
With family members and state watchdogs not allowed to visit nursing homes, the strict lockdown measures allowed abuse to happen under the radar. Recent reports of injuries and deaths point to abuse occurring during the nursing home lockdowns. Rapid Increase in...
Will a Nursing Home Care Plan Keep Your Loved One Safe?
by Steinberg Goodman & Kalish | Feb 25, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
Nursing homes cannot always be counted on to follow care plans. Although the plans are put in place to ensure the highest quality of care for residents, they are sometimes disregarded by nursing homes. Factors like staff turnover and understaffed facilities result in...
Nursing Home Neglect Soars
by Steinberg Goodman & Kalish | Jan 18, 2021 | Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
While coronavirus has claimed the lives of more than 90,000 long-term care residents, tens of thousands of residents have died for different reasons. A majority of these deaths are because of pandemic-related neglect. Burned-out workers have been unable to give...
This Fungus Is Deadlier Than COVID-19 and It Is Invading Nursing Homes
by Steinberg Goodman & Kalish | Dec 18, 2020 | Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
Candida auris is a contagious fungus that spreads rapidly in nursing homes and long-term care facilities, often with deadly consequences. The Deadly Dangers of Candida Auris Candida auris, also referred to as C. auris, is a type of fungus that is highly contagious and...
What COVID-19 Liability Shields for Nursing Homes Mean to You
by Steinberg Goodman & Kalish | Nov 26, 2020 | Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
Liability shields for nursing homes and long-term care facilities protect against civil liability for some resident injuries and deaths related to COVID-19. Are Nursing Homes Liable for COVID-19? When the COVID-19 pandemic started to spread across the country, many...
What are signs of neglect in a nursing home?
On Behalf of Steinberg, Goodman & Kalish | Nov 9, 2020 | Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
Illinois residents like you entrust your relatives to the care facilities you leave them in. When you choose a facility, you expect that you are getting the best quality service you can afford. Unfortunately, abuse is rampant in the nursing home industry. This...
Relaxed Training Requirements in Nursing Homes Are Putting Your Loved Ones at Risk
by Steinberg Goodman & Kalish | Oct 26, 2020 | Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
At the height of the coronavirus pandemic, the Trump administration relaxed training requirements for nurse's aides, drastically reducing mandated training hours for certification. New Nurse's Aides Training Poses Safety Risks Nursing homes around the country have...
Nursing Home Abuse Caught on Camera
by Steinberg Goodman & Kalish | Sep 25, 2020 | Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
Cameras can help detect and deter abuse in nursing homes. Nursing home staff members are significantly less likely to mistreat residents when they are aware of video monitoring. When abuse is detected, video cameras provide invaluable evidence. Daughter Catches...
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