Moreno Valley Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect Lawyers

Every day, more than 50,000 of California’s elderly and dependent adults are cared for at a for-profit nursing home or residential care facility. When we entrust our older loved ones to the care of these facilities, we trust that they will be given nothing less than the absolute best treatment and care. Unfortunately, nursing home abuse and neglect occur far more often than people realize against the most vulnerable of our family members.

If you suspect that a family member in Moreno Valley has been a victim of nursing home abuse or neglect, it is critical that you speak with a law firm that has expertise in handling nursing home abuse and neglect cases. The Southern California Nursing Home Law Group is here to help you navigate the emotional and often complex legal landscape of a nursing home abuse or neglect claim. Call the office or contact us today to schedule a free consultation.

What may initially look like an unexpected illness, injury, or death may actually be a sign of nursing home abuse or neglect. Nursing home abuse can be physical, emotional, financial, or sexual. Some of the most common signs of abuse include the following:

• Unexplained injuries
• Unexplained falls
• Bruising, scars, or welts
• Broken eyeglasses
• Unusual behavior from your loved one
• Unexplained sexually transmitted diseases
• Stained, torn, or bloody underwear
• Unexpected withdrawals from bank accounts
• Changes in power of attorney or will
• Missing cash or possessions from your loved one’s room

Nursing home neglect occurs when the administration and staff at a facility fail to provide basic care and services to their elderly residents. The ramifications of neglect can be just as devastating to patients as outright abuse. Common signs of nursing home neglect include:

• Unsafe living conditions, such as faulty electrical, fire hazards, or lack of heat
• Being unsuitably dressed for weather
• Bed sores
• Soiled bedding or clothing
• Dirty living conditions
• Unusual loss of weight or dehydration
• Untimely transfers or failure to get medical care

The attorneys at the Southern California Nursing Home Law Group have represented hundreds of individuals and families who have suffered nursing home abuse or neglect, and we can help your loved one with top tier legal representation.

California’s elderly and dependents are protected by the state’sElder Abuse and Dependent Adult Civil Protection Act. Under the law, victims of nursing home abuse and neglect are entitled to compensation for general and special damages. Special damages cover all expenses incurred as a result of mistreatment, including medical bills, hospitalization, additional long or short term care, psychological counseling, medical equipment, and attorneys’ fees. General damages compensate a victim for pain and suffering, emotional distress, disability, disfigurement, and the loss of enjoyment of life.

In cases in which the abuse or neglect was reckless or willful, victims may also receive additional punitive damages for the harm caused. Punitive damages is additional compensation that serves to punish the wrongdoer for their actions and serve as a deterrent to others in the nursing home system from committing similar acts with their residents.

Any time there is a suspicion of elder abuse or neglect it should be investigated immediately by an expert attorney. With more than 700 for-profit nursing homes in California and even more residential care facilities, instances of abuse and neglect of the elderly happen every day. The attorneys at the Southern California Nursing Home Law Group specialize in nursing home abuse and neglect claims and have an in-depth knowledge of how the nursing home system in California works. Our experienced attorneys understand the law and will fight for the justice your loved one deserves after being subjected to harm or substandard care.

Our office never charges to discuss a possible case of nursing home abuse and neglect, and we proudly serve clients throughout southern California, including in Moreno Valley. We will fully investigate allegations of nursing home abuse or neglect and if necessary, help move your loved one to another facility for their safety and protection. While money is never a perfect substitute for the harm caused by nursing home abuse and neglect, our attorneys will zealously advocate for the compensation deserved after mistreatment in a nursing home or residential care facility.

If you would like to learn more about the wide range of legal services provided to our clients that suspect nursing home abuse or neglect of their loved ones, call or contact our dedicated Moreno Valley nursing home abuse and neglect lawyers to schedule a free case evaluation.