Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect

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My loved one developed a bedsore in a nursing home. Should the nursing home have brought in a wound care specialist?

Bedsores are common injuries for nursing home residents. Nursing home residents who suffer from bedsores typically need medical care to treat the wound and to prevent further complications. While not every nursing home resident who develops a bedsore needs to be seen by a wound…

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Do I have to consent to an autopsy if my loved one died in a nursing home and I suspect abuse?

You do not have to consent to an autopsy if you want to pursue a nursing home abuse lawsuit after your loved one’s death. However, an autopsy can provide you with important information that could strengthen the evidence about your loved one’s cause of death….

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Should I file a nursing home wrongful death case if my loved one committed suicide in a Kentucky nursing home?

A nursing home wrongful death case is something that you should consider after consulting with an experienced nursing home abuse and neglect attorney. While not all nursing home resident suicides are wrongful deaths, some are, and nursing homes should be held accountable and grieving family…

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Can a frozen joint be caused by nursing home neglect?

Yes. While not every nursing home resident who suffers from a frozen joint is the victim of nursing home neglect, some nursing home residents do suffer from this painful condition after being neglected by nursing home staff. What Is a Frozen Joint? A frozen joint,…

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My loved one needs help bathing. Does the nursing home have a responsibility to do this?

Yes, nursing homes have a responsibility to assess your loved one’s needs and to meet those needs, including bathing and other personal care. Specifically, Kentucky regulations require nursing homes to provide personal care services including, “assistance with bathing, shaving, cleaning and trimming of fingernails and…

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My loved one was hurt by nursing home abuse. If she files a lawsuit, will she have to testify in court?

We understand why you are asking this question. Your loved one has been put through enough stress and suffering during a time in her life when she should be living comfortably. Even though filing a nursing home abuse lawsuit is important and she deserves a…

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