Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect

Nursing homes have a legal obligation to be prepared for an emergency, and whether they follow preparation guidelines can mean the difference between life and death for their residents. Nursing home residents are often difficult to evacuate in an emergency. Even a...

Private equity ownership is putting nursing home residents at risk. Nursing home staffing levels directly impact the quality of patient care and can put family members at risk. The problem is getting worse at many nursing homes, especially those that are for-profit....

Before deciding on a nursing home, it is important for families to do their own research about the quality of the facility. Fortunately, there is extensive data available that can inform about the quality of care in a nursing home. Inspection Reports Tell a Story...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...