The lawyers at Hasty Pope LLP can help if a loved one has suffered from abuse or neglect while under the care of healthcare providers at a nursing home facility. Nursing home facilities have a legal obligation to abide by a professional standard of care in the treatment of patients. If the healthcare providers at a nursing home or assisted-living facility fail to meet this standard, and their negligence leads to an injury or death, it may be possible to hold them liable for any damages that occurred.
At Hasty Pope LLP, proudly serving the greater Atlanta, Georgia area, we aggressively litigate nursing home negligence cases because we are strong advocates for elderly rights. If a loved one has suffered an injury or deterioration of health as a result of nursing home abuse, we can help. Contact our personal injury attorneys today to schedule a free consultation.
In the event that a loved one has been abused by nursing home practitioners, it may be possible to file a nursing home negligence or medical malpractice lawsuit. Our experienced and driven personal injury attorneys can review your claim free of charge and determine your case eligibility. If there is suitable evidence to support a lawsuit, we will aggressively litigate on your behalf.
The goal of our lawyers is to hold liable parties accountable for their actions by seeking the maximum amount of compensation that you and your family are legally entitled to for unquantifiable damages such as pain and suffering. It may also be possible to file for punitive damages to help ensure that the tragic abuses suffered by your family member don't occur to someone else. At Hasty Pope LLP, we have the experience and knowledge needed to help ensure a fair and just resolution to your case. If your family has been affected by such injustice, we want to help.
Unfortunately, the nature of aging means that some elderly individuals can be especially susceptible to abuse. There are many different types of abuse and neglect that can befall an elderly family member, some of which result in less conspicuous signs than others. If you believe that a loved one has suffered abuse or neglect at the hands of health care providers, it is important to look for any symptoms and contact an attorney as quickly as possible. Our lawyers serving the greater Atlanta, Georgia area have extensive experience in nursing home negligence cases and are eager to help.
Any type of physical damage inflicted upon an elderly individual can be considered abuse. This can include striking a patient with an object, hitting, pushing, burning, biting, slapping, punching, and tripping. In cases where an elderly patient is being physically abused, there are usually visible symptoms including bruising, abrasions, and in some cases bleeding. Broken bones may also indicate that physical abuse has taken place.
Non-consensual sexual activity of any kind between an elderly patient and a care taker or other resident can be considered sexual abuse. Coerced nudity, exposure, sexually explicit photography, and all forms of sexual battery are among the forms of sexual abuse that may occur. Possible symptoms include bruising or bleeding around the genitals or rectum, bruising around the breasts, and unexplained venereal disease. A loved one's report of being sexually abused would also be a clear indication that abuse may have transpired.
Some elderly patients reach a point where they are unable to properly manage or protect their monetary assets. If you believe that a family member has been financially exploited, it is important to notify the authorities. Signs that financial abuse may be taking place include abrupt changes in a family member's bank account or credit card account, unexplained changes in the distribution of funds as outlined in a will, and the disappearance of money.
Even in instances where no physical abuse is occurring, it may still be possible to file a lawsuit for nursing home negligence if it can be shown that a loved one was being abused emotionally. Emotional abuse can include isolating elderly individuals from friends, yelling at them, demeaning them, ignoring them, belittling them, treating them like animals or children, and threatening them.
Bedsores, an unkempt and unhealthy living environment, soiled sheets and clothing, and malnourishment are all possible indicators for neglect. Because many elderly patients in assisted-living facilities are dependent on their healthcare providers for basic necessities such as personal hygiene, food, and water, any interruption of care can seriously jeopardize the health of such individuals. If a loved one has been neglected by a healthcare provider and was harmed in some fashion, it may be possible to file a nursing home negligence lawsuit.
To schedule a free consultation at our law firm serving the greater Atlanta, Georgia area, contact one of our nursing home negligence lawyers today. We can review your claim free of charge and help you begin the recovery process.
If you live in Atlanta, Georgia, and are looking to file a nursing home negligence lawsuit, please contact the lawyers at Hasty Pope LLP today.
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