Orange County Medical Transport Accident Lawyer

When a nursing home or assisted living facility arranges medical transport for an elderly resident, the goal is simple: get them safely to and from their appointment. But at Nursing Home Law Group, we regularly see the devastating consequences when staff fail to meet this basic duty. From improperly securing a wheelchair in the van to reckless or distracted driving, these errors can cause serious harm to some of our most vulnerable community members.

If your loved one has been hurt during transport, an Orange County medical transport accident lawyer can help you uncover what went wrong and fight for the justice your family deserves.

Many residents have mobility challenges, chronic health conditions, or physical limitations requiring extra care during transport. Unfortunately, some facilities and drivers cut corners or rush, resulting in injuries. Examples include:

• Failure to secure wheelchairs to the van floor – An unsecured wheelchair can tip or slide during turns or stops.
• No seat belt or harness – Elderly passengers may be thrown forward during sudden stops.
• Improper use of lifts or ramps – Poor technique can cause dangerous falls.
• Rough driving – Excessive speeding, hard braking, and abrupt turns can cause injuries to fragile residents.
• Ignoring medical needs – Failing to ensure oxygen tanks are functioning or that the resident’s position prevents pressure sores.

These are preventable events that point to inadequate training, poor oversight, or sheer disregard for safety.

In Santa Ana, a wheelchair-bound resident was injured when her chair tipped over inside the van after the driver failed to lock it in place.

In Anaheim, a transport driver neglected to use a ramp, insisting the resident “step up” despite her unsteady gait — she fell and broke her hip.

In Huntington Beach, a dialysis patient was left without proper oxygen monitoring during transport, leading to respiratory distress.

Cities across Orange County — Santa Ana, Anaheim, Irvine, Huntington Beach, Garden Grove, and Fullerton — have seen incidents where transportation neglect caused serious harm.

An experienced Orange County medical transport accident attorney will investigate the driver’s actions, facility policies, and any prior incidents. At Nursing Home Law Group, we have represented individuals harmed in nursing homes and related care settings for over 20 years, securing accountability for families in Orange County and across California.

Our process includes:

• Reviewing medical and incident reports.
• Interviewing witnesses and staff.
• Obtaining transport company safety records.
• Consulting with experts on safe elder transport practices.

If your loved one has been injured while being moved to or from a medical appointment, do not wait to get legal help. A skilled Orange County medical transport accident lawyer from our firm will evaluate your case for free.

We work on a contingency fee — no fees unless we win. Contact us today to protect your loved one’s rights and hold negligent parties accountable.