[vc_row][vc_column][vc_message color=”warning” message_box_style=”solid” message_box_color=”warning” icon_fontawesome=”fas fa-exclamation-triangle” css_animation=”slideInDown”]COVID19 IN NURSING HOMES -> Has someone you know died or become severely ill from Covid19 while being in a hospital or nursing home? Click here.[/vc_message][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” use_through_lines=”1″ css=”.vc_custom_1600804429914{margin-top: 15px !important;}”][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][norebro_video layout=”with_preview” button_layout=”filled” link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=izvRophZSVw&t=10s” button_shadow=”1″ button_anim=”1″ button_color=”#c1a02d” button_hover_color=”#9b8211″ preview_image=”5675502″ css_class=”practiceareasvid”][vc_empty_space height=”49px”][templatera id=”5675031″][vc_empty_space][templatera id=”5675053″][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″ css=”.vc_custom_1600804445312{margin-top: 15px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 30px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;}”][norebro_heading subtitle_type_layout=”bottom_subtitle” module_type_layout=”on_left” title=”TnVyc2luZyUyMGhvbWUlMjBwYXRpZW50cyUyMGRlc2VydmUlMjB0byUyMGJlJTIwdHJlYXRlZCUyMHdpdGglMjBkaWduaXR5Lg==” title_typo=”font_size~26||line_height~26||weight~700″ mobile_title_typo=”line_height~26||weight~inherit” subtitle=”V2UlMjd2ZSUyMGhlbHAlMjBtYW55JTIwZmFtaWxpZXMlMjB3aG9zZSUyMGxvdmVkJTIwb25lcyUyMGhhdmUlMjBiZWVuJTIwdmljdGltcyUyMG9mJTIwYWJ1c2UlMjBpbiUyMG51cnNpbmclMjBob21lcy4=” subtitle_typo=”font_size~18||weight~inherit”][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][norebro_text text_typo=”font_size~14||line_height~25||weight~300″]
[/norebro_text][norebro_text text_typo=”font_size~14||line_height~25||weight~inherit”]We expect nursing homes and assisted living facilities to care for our loved ones as much as we would. But sometimes, they don’t. Nursing home abuse or neglect can occur in many different ways, and when it does, the devastating result could mean permanent injury or death inflicted on your loved one. It’s horrifying to find out that a family member has been injured, abused, or even killed by the people who were supposed to be caring for them.
You and your family have rights that ensure that when you place a loved one in nursing care, they will be treated with their safety and dignity in mind. Unfortunately, in Florida, neglect by nursing care and management happens. Nursing facilities can become driven by profits over people, resulting in serious harm, injury, or death of the patients under their care.
While most nursing homes operate efficiently and safely, it’s OK to be concerned. Often, elderly, frail nursing home residents may find it difficult to express what is happening to them – but you have a right to know for sure that they are being taken care of.
Nursing home abuse can be devastating for you and your loved ones. When an injury does happen, your loved one may have to deal with repeated medical treatment for injuries, when they were already not in the best physical condition due to age or illness. Meanwhile the insurance company isn’t trying to help—they’re trying to minimize the compensation they pay out. Our team of nursing home abuse injury lawyers at the Law Offices of Craig Goldenfarb, P.A. understand your legal rights. We will fight to get your loved one the maximum amount of compensation possible, so they can find a new care facility and get their life back to normal as soon as possible.[/norebro_text][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][templatera id=”5675087″][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][norebro_heading subtitle_type_layout=”without_subtitle” module_type_layout=”on_left” divider_visible=”1″ divider_alignment=”after_title” title=”TnVyc2luZyUyMEhvbWUlMjBBYnVzZSUyMENhc2UlMjBUeXBlcw==” title_typo=”font_size~22||line_height~30||weight~700″][norebro_text text_typo=”font_size~14||line_height~25||weight~inherit”]There are many types of nursing home abuse. Sadly, nursing home residents may be abused physically, mentally, emotionally, sexually, financially, or a combination of the above. The Law Offices of Craig Goldenfarb, P.A. have a team of attorneys dedicated to evaluating all aspects of a nursing home abuse injury case, from the physical evidence, police reports, witness statements from other residents or workers at the home, and other evidence.
Although abuse can happen in many ways, injuries from being struck or neglected are common. If someone is physically abusing your loved one, they may have mysterious bruises, broken bones, or other injuries. They may also be reluctant or embarrassed to talk about these injuries. If a family member is neglected, they may suffer frequent falls as the result of not having help getting around. These falls can also lead to bruises and other injuries.
Abuse doesn’t have to be physical. Nursing home residents may be emotionally or financially abused by caregivers who belittle them, or threaten or coerce them into handing over money. If you notice your family member suddenly seems short of cash when they were well set before, this could be a sign of financial abuse.
Sexual assault and abuse also happen to patients in nursing homes, and can cause lifelong trauma, anxiety, PTSD, and other issues for the victim.
There are many things to look out for if you suspect a loved one is being abused. These include:[/norebro_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]
- Fractures
- Bruises
- Torn clothing
- Cuts/Unexplained bleeding
- Bedsores
- Wandering/Leaving facility
- Dehydration
- Malnourishment
- Unexplained diseases or infections
- Failure to guard against falls
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- Medication errors
- Mysterious bruising
- Failing to properly turn residents causing skin breakdown/sores
- Changes in behavior (e.g. unexplained anger or crying, erratic moods)
- Bedsores
- Unreasonable restraints
- Physical or sexual assaults
- Weight loss due to malnutrition
- Failure to care for patient’s hygiene
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][norebro_text text_typo=”font_size~14||line_height~25||weight~inherit”]The nursing home abuse injury attorneys at the Law Offices of Craig Goldenfarb, P.A. will take the time to investigate the details of your family member’s case. We won’t stop until we determine the most advantageous legal strategy to obtain the best outcome possible for your loved one. We will also assist you if you need help moving your loved one to another facility in an emergency, so you can prevent further abuse.[/norebro_text][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][templatera id=”5675092″][vc_empty_space height=”40px”][norebro_heading subtitle_type_layout=”without_subtitle” module_type_layout=”on_left” divider_visible=”1″ divider_alignment=”after_title” title=”TnVyc2luZyUyMEhvbWUlMjBOZWdsZWN0JTIwTGlhYmlsaXR5JTIwJTI2JTIwRGFtYWdlJTIwUmVjb3Zlcnk=” title_typo=”font_size~22||line_height~30||weight~700″][norebro_text text_typo=”font_size~14||line_height~25||weight~inherit”]There are many ways the negligence of others can contribute to TBIs. A nursing home’s negligence may lead to an elderly person falling and hitting their head. A careless driver could cause an accident that alters your life forever. Any kind of obstacle that causes you to trip and fall in a public place can be another cause.
If the negligence of another has caused you a TBI or other injury, they are then liable for bodily injury that takes place as a result of their negligence. If you or a loved one have suffered a head or traumatic brain injury, contact the Law Offices of Craig Goldenfarb, P.A. We may be able to help you secure the compensation that you are entitled to.
There are several kinds of damages that may be awarded in a head and traumatic brain injury lawsuit. These include:[/norebro_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=”1/2″][vc_column_text]
- Funeral costs
- Medical expenses prior to death
- Lost consortium
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- Lost monetary support
- Lost companionship
- Pain and suffering
[/vc_column_text][/vc_column_inner][/vc_row_inner][norebro_text text_typo=”font_size~14||line_height~25||weight~inherit”]Don’t wait for an insurance company to contact you. Insurance agents and adjusters work on behalf of the insurance company and are not concerned with your losses. It is important that you never agree to or accept a settlement offer from an insurance company without first speaking with an experienced wrongful death attorney.[/norebro_text][vc_empty_space height=”60px” el_class=”vc_hidden-lg vc_hidden-md”][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/4″][templatera id=”5675044″][vc_empty_space][templatera id=”5675049″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row full_width=”stretch_row” use_through_lines=”1″ css=”.vc_custom_1600804674461{margin-top: 32px !important;}” el_id=”cta-covid”][vc_column][templatera id=”5676745″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][templatera id=”5675370″][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][templatera id=”5675071″][templatera id=”5674977″][/vc_column][/vc_row]