San Francisco Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers
Older individuals, along with their families, choose nursing homes as an option for continued care if they suffer from an illness, or are no longer able to perform daily tasks. Families trust that their loved one will be looked after and well taken care of, however, nursing home abuse and neglect is a common occurrence. Studies from the National Center on Elder Abuse report that, annually, 30 percent of U.S. nursing homes have been cited for abuse or neglect. Nursing home abuse occurs when residents are subjected to physical, psychological, financial, or sexual harm from their caregivers. Nursing homes are often faced with limited financial resources, which can contribute to the abuse or neglect of the residents. Inadequate staffing, and insufficiently trained caregivers are not giving residents the care they need and deserve. The prevalence of nursing home abuse and the individuals it affects is extensive. In 2004, nationwide, over 555,000 residents were victims of nursing home abuse, according to findings by Adult Protective Services.
If your loved one has been one of the unfortunate victims of nursing home abuse or neglect, a San Francisco personal injury lawyer at Estey Bomberger may be able to help you take legal action. With the right legal team behind you, recovering financial compensation and obtaining justice for your loved one’s injuries or death, if caused by someone else’s negligence, is possible.
Nursing Home Abuse Warning Signs
Residents of nursing homes don’t always disclose to their families that they are being abused. Victims often fear that the abuser will retaliate if they disclose the abuse, and in some cases, are not even physically capable of communicating the abuse. A resident may be physically, mentally, sexually or financially abused. The many signs that indicate a resident is being abused or neglected, include, but are not limited to:
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Reporting Nursing Home Abuse
If you suspect a loved one has suffered nursing home abuse, do not wait to report it. By simply making a call or sending an email, you can report elder abuse. First, call local police to make them aware of the abuse and file a report. Local law enforcement agencies may even have an Elder Abuse Unit. The next step is to place a call to a hotline that is set up for reporting elder abuse or neglect in your area. Adult Protective Services, Long-Term Care Ombudsman Programs, and Department of Justice, Bureau of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse, have reporting agencies throughout the state of California. A skilled San Francisco nursing home abuse lawyer can also help you contact the appropriate authorities.
Protecting Victims' Rights
Our mission is to help families through this strenuous time and protect your loved ones’ legal rights. We have successfully represented victims and their families in nursing home abuse cases, throughout California. Through extensive preparation and unmatched experience, we continue to recover large settlements for our clients. Client testimonials posted on our website are a testament to the personal attention we give each case and the results we achieve. If you would like to speak with an Estey Bomberger attorney, contact us at (415) 877-1334. Unlike other law firms that handle thousands of cases at any give time, you will not be handed over to a paralegal or secretary. We limit the amount of cases we accept at any given time so that we can give each case and every client the attention necessary to get a favorable light. Contact us today to schedule a free case review. A skilled San Francisco personal injury attorney will discuss your case and determine if you can file a claim.