Nursing Home Abuse/ Neglect

Seek Experienced Legal Services for a Nursing Home Abuse or Neglect Injury

Families deserve justice when their loved ones are victims of nursing home abuse or neglect. As the country ages, more people are moving into nursing homes or assisted living facilities. Abuse or neglect is a growing trend. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services set strict regulations for nursing homes. Despite regulations, it is not unusual for nursing home staff to take advantage of the residents' vulnerability.

If you or a loved one was a victim of nursing home abuse or neglect, it's important to contact an experienced nursing home abuse attorney. Get in touch with the Herrera Law Firm today for a free and confidential consultation. Call 1-800-455-1054

Abuse of the elderly in nursing homes can manifest itself in many ways. A staff member or caregiver may cause harm to a nursing home resident in any number of ways. While nursing home abuse and neglect can lead to serious injuries, the abuse sometimes can result in a wrongful death.

Examples of nursing home abuse or neglect

The following are examples of types of nursing home abuse or neglect:

  • Psychological injury
  • Isolating the resident
  • Humiliating the resident
  • Physical or sexual abuse
  • Neglect (not providing necessary care, food, water, medicine, clothing or necessities for living)
  • Unclean or unsanitary conditions
  • Failure to monitor

Family members or friends of a nursing home abuse victim should be aware of signs of abuse and neglect, such as:

  • Family member loses weight
  • Family member has bed sores
  • Family member has unexplained injuries

If you suspect your loved one is a victim of nursing home abuse or neglect, rely on an experienced law firm for assistance. Talk to a San Antonio attorney today who puts people first.

Contact a nursing home abuse lawyer in Texas

Don't let your family member suffer in silence. Take action. Contact the Herrera Law Firm. Serving communities throughout Texas, we can help victims of nursing home abuse and neglect obtain the compensation they deserve. Call today for a free initial consultation.