Nursing home abuse and neglect should not happen. We trust long-term care facilities to provide adequate care for our loved ones in a compassionate environment. Unfortunately, abuse and neglect in nursing homes is common. If you believe your family member is the victim of nursing home abuse, you can help them pursue legal claims against the responsible parties.
Our injury lawyers at Pines Salomon Personal Injury Lawyers, have over 80 years of combined experience. We have recovered over $100 million for our clients in negotiated settlements and trial verdicts. We have a proven track record of successful outcomes.
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How Pines Salomon Personal Injury Lawyers Can Help You With a California Nursing Home Abuse Claim
California laws protect nursing home residents. If someone abuses an elderly or incapacitated person, they can be charged with a criminal offense. However, the person could also face a civil lawsuit for monetary damages.
When you hire our San Diego personal injury lawyers, you can expect our lawyers to:
- Investigate the abuse or neglect claim to gather evidence, including working with the best experts when needed
- Identify all parties who could be liable for damages
- File claims and handle all matters related to the claims
- Determine how much your personal injury case is worth after carefully documenting damages
- Aggressively negotiate settlements with insurance companies and at-fault parties
- Take your case to trial if settlement is not possible
Numerous national organizations have recognized our attorneys for their legal services. Our lawyers are highly rated by Super Lawyers, Consumer Attorneys of San Diego, and America’s Top 100 Personal Injury Attorneys. They have a perfect 10.0 rating with Avvo and an AV Preeminent rating with Martindale-Hubbell, its highest rating.
Call Pines Salomon Personal Injury Lawyers, to schedule your free case evaluation with one of our San Diego nursing home abuse lawyers.
Types of Nursing Home Abuse in San Diego, CA
Abuse and neglect in nursing homes take many forms. Common types of nursing home abuse include:
- Sexual abuse
- Physical abuse
- Emotional abuse
- Financial exploitation
- Psychological abuse
- Neglect
- Verbal abuse
If you suspect your loved one or another patient is being abused, there are several ways you can proceed. Call 911 if you believe the patient requires immediate medical treatment or is in imminent danger. You may also call the police so they can begin a criminal investigation.
You can report the abuse to the California Long-Term Care Ombudsman and the California Department of Health. You can also contact our attorneys to discuss a civil action against the nursing home and other responsible parties.
Common Nursing Home Injuries Caused by Abuse and Neglect
Abuse and neglect can result in life-threatening and catastrophic injuries for residents. Examples of injuries and conditions caused by nursing home abuse include:
- Fractured and broken bones
- Infections
- Dehydration and malnutrition
- Asphyxiation
- Being overly medicated
- Depression and isolation
- Burns
- Bedsores
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Poor hygiene
- Sudden weight loss
- Bruises and cuts
- Traumatic brain injury
- Restraint injuries
- Sepsis
- Back and neck injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
Report injuries and conditions to the nursing home immediately and request medical treatment. If the nursing home does not respond promptly or you think your loved one needs emergency medical treatment, call 911 for help.
What Damages Are Available in a California Nursing Home Abuse Case?
A nursing home resident can recover compensation for their economic and non-economic damages. Examples of damages in a nursing home abuse case include:
- The cost of moving to a new facility
- Medical expenses and bills
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Diminished quality of life
- Mental anguish
- The cost of filing a lawsuit
- Scarring and disfigurement
- The cost of additional personal and/or nursing care
The value of your damages depends on the facts and circumstances of your case. Our attorneys diligently work to maximize the amount your loved one receives for a nursing home abuse claim.
Who Can I Sue for Nursing Home Abuse in San Diego, CA?
Anyone who directly abuses or neglects a nursing home resident could be held liable for damages. However, the nursing home may also be liable. Parties who may be named in a nursing home lawsuit include, but are not limited to:
- The owner or operator of the nursing home
- Doctors and nurses working for the nursing home
- Staff members and other employees
- Visitors and volunteers
- Other patients
- Subcontractors providing services to the nursing home
Each party responsible for the abuse can be liable for damages. We pursue claims against all responsible parties to increase the money available for a settlement or jury verdict.
Get Help With a Claim From Our San Diego Nursing Home Abuse Attorneys
Nursing home abuse claims are emotional cases. Our legal team recognizes you and your family member have been through a traumatic experience. We provide compassionate guidance and sound legal counsel.
Call Pines Salomon Personal Injury Lawyers, for a free case review with one of our San Diego nursing home abuse lawyers. Let us fight to get your loved one the justice they deserve.
Visit Our Personal Injury Law Office in San Diego, CA
Pines Salomon Personal Injury Lawyers
835 Fifth Ave #302,
San Diego, CA 92101
Phone: (858) 551-2090
