Fresno Nursing Home Abuse Attorneys
Fresno Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
According to the National Center of Elder Abuse, it is estimated between 1 and 2 million Americans age 65 or older have been abused, exploited or mistreated by someone they depend on for care. The lack of national data on nursing home abuse gives a somewhat skewed view of the serious problem facing many elderly Americans. It is estimated that for every case of elder abuse, about five cases go unreported. Elder abuse can take many forms, such as physical abuse, sexual abuse, verbal/emotional abuse and financial exploitation.
If your loved one was the victim of abuse at the hands of a nursing home employee, we highly recommend you contact a Fresno nursing home abuse attorney at the law firm of Estey Bomberger. We can offer you unparalleled legal representation in the fight for justice. Our Fresno personal injury attorneys have more than 70 years experience handling serious personal injury cases. Our experience and diligence in nursing home abuse cases can be used to get your loved one the financial compensation they deserve.
Signs of Fresno Nursing Home Abuse
Because many residents do not report their mistreatment for various reasons, it may not always be obvious that physical, sexual or any other type of abuse is occurring. If abuse is suspected, look for the following signs:
- Unexplained cuts, bruises or bone fractures
- Over-medicated resident
- Resident’s personal items missing
- Behavioral changes in resident
- Development of bedsores
- Resident’s appearance unkempt
- Unexplained venereal diseases
- Nursing home staff refusing family members visits
- Changes to resident’s will or other financial documents
- Resident showing signs of malnutrition or dehydration.
Choosing the Right Fresno Nursing Home
Choosing a nursing home for your loved one can be overwhelming and difficult. How can you be sure your loved one will be well taken care of? Although not every incident of abuse can be prevented, conducting a thorough "investigation" of the nursing homes on your list can avoid an incident of abuse or neglect. Observe the nursing home staff and how they interact with residents, check state and city public records for complaints filed against the nursing home, and don’t be afraid to ask the following questions:
- Does the nursing home conduct background checks on all employees?
- Is the home and administrator licensed?
- Does the nursing home conduct abuse prevention training?
- Does the nursing home have a doctor on staff?
- Does the nursing home move residents from room to room at their discretion?
- Is the nursing home Medicare and Medicaid certified?
- Can residents continue to see their personal physician?
- How many staff members are scheduled on a daily basis?
Protecting Victims’ Legal Rights
At Estey Bomberger, we can ensure your loved one’s legal rights are protected. We will make sure the party or parties responsible for your loved one’s abuse is held accountable for their wrongdoings. Our Fresno nursing home abuse attorneys will help you obtain financial compensation from the at-fault party for the harm they caused. Compensation for medical bills, shortened life expectancy, physical pain and psychological distress may be recovered in a personal injury lawsuit.
Help is Available
When you call (559) 682-3629, a Fresno nursing home abuse lawyer at Estey Bomberger will gladly explain how we can help you during this difficult time. We will handle every aspect of your case, from filing paperwork to negotiating with insurance companies. Unlike the procedure of many large law firms, your case will not be handed off to a paralegal or case manager. Contact our firm today for a free consultation with no obligation.