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When you put your loved one in a nursing home, it is with the hope they will receive the medical attention and care they need. You place your trust in the nursing facility and its employees, and when they violate that trust, it can be devastating.
The consequences of nursing home abuse are far-reaching, affecting victims and their families physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially. If your loved one suffered from abuse, you deserve financial justice. A Temecula personal injury lawyer can fight for you. Contact us online for a free consultation.
Our Firm Seeks Justice for Nursing Home Abuse Victims and Their Families
According to the California Office of the Attorney General, around 110,000 Californians live in licensed nursing facilities, and 150,000 live in licensed residential care homes. Another 150,000 reside in unlicensed assisted living facilities that may or may not have the resources to provide adequate care.
These facilities often house some of the state’s most vulnerable residents, including individuals suffering from physical disabilities and dementia. Sadly, the conditions that lead many to need nursing home assistance leave them at risk for abuse and neglect and also make them unable to advocate for themselves.
Sargent Law Firm Injury Lawyers is proud to stand up for victims of abuse. If your loved one suffered at the hands of their caregivers, we will fight to hold them accountable. We can seek compensation for your family member’s medical care, pain and suffering, and more. We will work tirelessly to make negligent and wrongful parties pay, providing you with needed resources and a measure of justice.
Our Seven-Step Process
Our firm wants to make resolving your legal issue as stress-free as possible for you and your loved one. We have a straightforward, easy-to-understand seven-step process:
- Free case review. Our staff is available 24/7 to help you get started with a free case review. We will discuss your claim, legal options, and how we can serve you. Speaking with us is always confidential.
- Hire us. We represent clients on contingency, meaning you can engage our services for nothing upfront or out of pocket.
- Case plan. We will work with you as a team to make a plan for your case that addresses your individual needs.
- Medical treatment. We work with experienced medical providers and can help you navigate the medical system, even if you do not have health insurance.
- Negotiations. We aggressively negotiate on behalf of our clients, protecting them from bad-faith tactics or pressure to accept less than they deserve.
- Settlement. We aim to achieve the maximum settlement possible for your case.
- Litigation. If the insurance company will not offer full and fair compensation, we will take your case to civil court and fight for you at trial.
We know our work makes a difference in our clients’ lives, so we put our heart into everything we do. Let our Temecula nursing home abuse lawyers shoulder your legal burden so you can focus on your family.
Compensation for Nursing Home Abuse
If your loved one suffered nursing home abuse or neglect, our attorneys can help you pursue compensation for the following:
- Nursing home fees. You should not have to pay for neglectful or abusive nursing homes or living facilities. We can pursue the value of nursing home fees and seek compensation to pay for your loved one’s relocation.
- Medical expenses. We can recover the cost of treatment for injuries related to nursing home abuse. Medical damages may include emergency transportation, emergency department services, hospital and doctor fees, physical therapy, rehabilitation, surgeries, and medical procedures.
- Pain and suffering. You and your loved one may qualify for monetary compensation for physical pain, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, depression, loss of enjoyment, and reduced quality of life.
- Property and assets. If your loved one was a victim of financial abuse, we can seek compensation for their stolen or misused property and assets.
- Wrongful death. If your loved one died because of nursing home abuse, we can seek wrongful death compensation. Awards may include medical bills, funeral and burial expenses, and loss of your family member’s love, companionship, and society.
As soon as you contact our team, we will contact the insurance company and begin working on your claim. Call us today at (844) SARGENT or fill out our online contact form to request a free consultation.
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Schedule NowLegal Liability for Abuse and Neglect
Our nursing home abuse attorneys serving Temecula, CA, will investigate claims of abuse and neglect and identify liable parties. Liability may rest with a nursing home owner, facility manager, nurse, or caregiver.
In addition, WIC § 15630 states that any person responsible for caring for an elder or dependent adult is legally obligated to report abuse or neglect. Therefore, nursing home administrators, supervisors, and employees may be liable for failing to report witnessed abuse, even if they did not perpetrate it.
Our Lawyers Will Build a Nursing Home Abuse Claim
Your attention should be on helping your loved one, not haggling with insurance companies or tracking down case documents. Our personal injury lawyers can do the work for you. We will:
- Obtain case evidence, including medical records, surveillance video, eyewitness testimony, and official complaints
- Identify and calculate your losses and demand fair compensation
- Prepare and file your insurance claims
- Handle case-related phone calls, emails, and meetings
- Aggressively negotiate on your behalf and fight for the maximum settlement possible
- File a lawsuit and take your case to trial if necessary
Recognizing the Signs of Nursing Home Abuse
Nursing home abuse is any act intended to harm or exploit an older adult or dependent individual living in a nursing home. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), forms of abuse include:
- Physical abuse. Physical abuse is the use of physical force on a nursing home resident. It includes punching, hitting, kicking, slapping, or any other form of physical violence. Signs of physical abuse include unexplained bruises, burns, and broken bones.
- Emotional or psychological abuse. Emotional abuse includes intimidation, harassment, threats, and interpersonal isolation. Victims of emotional abuse may show signs of depression or confusion. They may disengage from activities or seem fearful around caregivers.
- Sexual abuse. Sexual abuse is any unwanted sexual contact or interaction, including sexual harassment. Signs may include fear, depression, disengagement, and physical injuries around the breasts or genitals.
- Neglect. Neglect is a form of abuse that occurs when residents’ basic needs for food, shelter, hygiene, and medical care are not met. Signs of neglect include unclean facilities, lack of patient hygiene, malnutrition, dehydration, bed sores, and falls.
- Financial abuse. Financial abuse is the theft or exploitation of a resident’s property, money, and assets, including banking and retirement accounts. Signs of financial abuse include missing money and property, late notices on bills that should have been paid, and unauthorized changes to financial documents, like wills or life insurance policies.
California Nursing Home Residents’ Rights
According to the California Department of Public Health (CDPH), nursing home residents have the right to live free from abuse. California law also guarantees the right to:
- Quality of life
- Quality care
- Medical care and treatment
- Participation in groups and activities
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Grievances
- Protection of money and assets
- Residential records
- Freedom from physical or chemical restraints
It’s free to speak with us and learn the value of your case today.
Call Us NowWhat To Do if You Suspect Elder Abuse or Neglect
If you suspect your loved one is the victim of abuse or neglect, you should remove them from the nursing home facility immediately. If the situation is an emergency, call 911.
According to the California Department of Aging, you can file complaints of abuse or neglect against licensed nursing homes, residential care facilities, and assisted living facilities with the Long-Term Care Ombudsman CRISISline at 1-800-231-4024. You can also contact the Temecula Police Department or Riverside County Sheriff’s Department.
To learn more about how to protect your rights, contact our lawyers.
California’s Statute of Limitations for Nursing Home Claims
California limits how long you have to file a nursing home abuse lawsuit. According to CCP § 335.1, the statute of limitations is two years from the date of the incident or the date the abuse was discovered.
Our team will do everything possible to resolve your claim with an advantageous insurance settlement. However, if we cannot agree with the insurance company, we must file your case before the deadline expires. If it passes, the court will likely throw out your suit, and you will lose your legal leverage.
Contact Sargent Law Firm Injury Lawyers About Nursing Home Abuse
Discovering a loved one experienced nursing home abuse can leave families reeling. Our firm can help you get answers and hold liable parties accountable. Our Temecula nursing home abuse lawyers are here to stand by your side and fight for the money you need and deserve.
Since 2011, we have advocated for the injured, obtaining over $40 million in settlements, judgments, and verdicts for our clients. We strive to provide the highest level of legal representation, medical treatment, and financial compensation to those who seek our assistance. Contact us today or call our number for a free consultation.
