Nursing home abuse is a growing problem in San Diego, throughout Southern California and across the nation. According to a 2010 and 2011 survey published on behalf of the National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA), between 7.6 to 10 percent of elderly study participants had experienced some form of abuse ranging from physical violence to neglect to financial abuse. Unfortunately, however, only 1 in 14 cases of elder abuse ever come to the attention of authorities according to the NCEA.
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What is Elderly Abuse and Neglect?
The truth is that nursing home abuse is one of the last and worst things that could happen to those we love, especially when we entrust their care to a nursing home, assisted living facility, residential care or home-health establishment. Unfortunately, countless cases of nursing home abuse and neglect happen yearly in San Diego and throughout the greater Southern California area. At the Pines Salomon Injury Lawyers, APC., we have dedicated attorneys committed to the representation of nursing home abuse and neglect in San Diego and Southern California. Under California law, elder abuse or neglect can be a civil or criminal offense. As a civil matter, elderly abuse refers to physical violence, neglect, isolation, fraud, abandonment, wandering/isolation and treatment resulting in physical or mental harm. Criminal elder abuse refers to willful violence inflicted upon the elder resulting in substantial harm. For more information on civil or criminal elder abuse, or discuss the details of your case, call us today at 1-858-551-2090 for a FREE consultation with a nursing home abuse attorney.Recognizing Elderly Abuse
Behavioral or physical indicators of elderly abuse include the following injuries and illnesses.- Bruises on the arms, legs and other areas of soft tissue. Inspect your loved one’s inner arms, thighs, buttocks and back areas to determine if bruises are present.
- Fragile skin can easily become ruptured or torn with physical violence. Look for cuts on the hands, feet, face and chest areas as these parts of the body often exhibit the thinnest and most susceptible skin.
- Unexplained weight loss can be an indicator of neglect. Poor nutrition or even missed meals can lead to poor body shape, loss of muscle, fatigue and declining health.
- Clustered bruises or marks may be indicative of abuse. Look for repeated, oval-shaped bruising on the arms, legs and other parts of the body. Bilateral bruising can also indicate abuse.
- Bedsores could mean poor care. If your loved one exhibits repeated bedsores, especially without cause, it could be an issue of neglect.
- Behavior issues such as depression, agitation, denial, anxiety, fear, withdrawal and non-responsiveness can indicate elder abuse. If your loved one suddenly exhibits unusual and unexplained behavior, it could indicate neglect or abuse.