According to recent data obtained by Kentuckians for Nursing Home Reform, via Open Records Request, among the 109 nursing homes facilities of Kentucky that were inspected by state inspectors during the third quarter of last year, up to 20% of nursing homes were determined to…
A former police officer who recently lost his father in a nursing home told a U.S. Senate committee that in his opinion nursing homes have a license to commit murder. Nursing homes are in the business of making money and like all businesses that means…
Common signs of nursing home neglect include unsanitary conditions, bedsores and dehydration, all of which can lead to serious health problems. If you ever suspect that your loved one is suffering from nursing home neglect, you should document your concerns in writing. This documentation can…
Recovering patient was a resident at a nursing home for half a day, literally only 5 hours, before the facility made a significant medication error that nearly ended the resident’s life. Barbara Lefforge was at the nursing home rehabilitation center to recover from tendon repair…
If your loved one has suffered injuries as the result of nursing home abuse, you may be eligible to file a Kentucky nursing home abuse claim. By consulting with an attorney, you stand a much better chance of protecting your loved one’s legal rights. A…
Nursing home abuse and neglect can result in a number of injuries or illnesses for an elderly or otherwise incapacitated victim. When your loved one has suffered at the hands of a caregiver, you may be able to seek compensation on their behalf. A Kentucky…