More than 14,800 nursing homes — nearly every active facility in America — have been cited for at least one violation since the beginning of 2021, according to data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the agency that administers federal health care programs…
When we place our elderly family members in a nursing home, we expect that they’ll receive the diligent care, dignity, and respect we’re promised. Unfortunately, nursing home neglect and abuse is an all-too-common problem. Over 15,000 complaints are filed each year citing nursing home neglect…
A head injury is difficult for individuals of any age, but when an elderly person suffers a head injury in a nursing home, the impacts are often multiplied, resulting in diminished quality of life. While nothing can undo the injury or erase the physical harm,…
When we place our loved ones in a nursing home or long-term care facility, we hope the caregivers and staff treats them with the dignity and respect they deserve, yet abuse and neglect are common problems in nursing homes. Signs of elder abuse and neglect…
In today’s world, we frequently encounter news about viruses and the spread of viral infections, but historically, bacterial infections caused far more deaths than the worst viral plagues. Today, bacterial infections are linked to 1 in 8 global deaths. Often, it’s the immune system’s inflammatory…
Wandering & elopement injuries are dangerous issues for nursing home residents. If you love someone in a nursing home, we encourage you to learn more about these issues, how to prevent injuries, and how our Louisville personal injury lawyers can help if nursing home neglect causes…