Many of our clients have been unable to visit their loved ones who are currently living in nursing homes in Kentucky. Hopefully, the coronavirus will soon be a distant memory, and life will return to normal. Once you are allowed to visit your family member, it is very important to take a close look at their living conditions in the nursing home. Many of the nursing homes in Kentucky have been operating at reduced staff in less-than-ideal conditions. This means that residents are at an even higher risk for harm while in the nursing home. Covid-19 has created a need for you to be extra vigilant to ensure the nursing home is staying on top of your loved one’s care. When you go to visit, make sure they are receiving sufficient skincare, food, fluids, personal grooming, and social interaction. If you notice anything that causes concern, let the Director of Nursing (DON) and Administrator know immediately. Negligent care or treatment in a nursing home can cause detrimental or fatal injuries. If you believe your loved one has suffered a serious injury or death due to negligent care in a nursing home, long-term care facility, or hospital, your loved one or family member may be entitled to financial compensation. Contact our Kentucky nursing home injury attorneys at Gray and White to obtain a free consultation and case evaluation.
Common Nursing Home Injury Claims
The attorneys at Gray and White have years of experience handling complex nursing home negligence lawsuits. While there are many injury claims in which we have pursued lawsuits, some of the more common claims include:- Malnutrition or dehydration
- Falls and fractures
- Bedsores or pressure ulcers
- Negligent care
- Restraint injuries or strangulation
- Wandering away from the facility
- Abuse or assault
- Wrongful death
- Prescription errors
- Medical negligence
- Misdiagnosis or failure to diagnose