Nursing Home Abuse

Nursing Home and Elder Abuse in San Bernardino

It is an emotional and devastating situation when an elderly loved one has been the victim of abuse while in a nursing home. You may only suspect this is taking place, and may be unsure about what to do about it. You may not be certain what constitutes evidence of abuse, or if the facility is legally responsible. If someone you love is in a nursing home and you suspect they are being abused or neglected, or if injuries or wrongful death has been the outcome of abuse, it is imperative that you contact a San Bernardino personal injury lawyer immediately. An experienced attorney will know what to look for and who is responsible in cases of abuse or neglect.

Contact us today at (888) 499-3889 to schedule a free consultation.

Finding an Experienced Legal Representative

Nursing home abuse and neglect can take on many forms. It could be simple neglect, where the individual is not attended to regularly. Staff may be verbally or physically abusive. Some signs that any relative should be on alert for are bedsores, scratches or abrasions, broken bones, bruising, burns, or wounds. You might notice behavioral changes, with the resident becoming more angry or depressed, or becoming unresponsive and withdrawn. It is quite common for a family member of a nursing home residence to hesitate to report any of these symptoms due to being unsure whether these are signs of abuse or neglect, or they might fear that reporting what is observed could result in retaliation.

There is never an excuse for mistreatment of the elderly in nursing homes. A caring and compassionate attorney will take action to stop any type of abuse and help you or your loved one recover any compensation that that is due, based upon the degree of the abuse or neglect, and other factors.

Contact Vetchtein Law for the help and guidance you need. Call (888) 499-3889 today!