Hancock Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Attorney

Aggressive Lawyer for Victims of Nursing Home Negligence in Hancock, Maryland

Nursing homes exist to take care of some of the most vulnerable people in our society. Unfortunately, there are alarmingly high occurrences of abuse and neglect in these facilities, and these incidents are often covered up by staff members and management so that the public remains oblivious. If your loved one has suffered harm due to negligence in an assisted living facility, a Hancock attorney for nursing home abuse and neglect can help you uncover proof of mistreatment and take appropriate action against the facility.

Serafini Law stands as a devoted advocate for the rights of elderly residents in nursing homes. Attorney Andrew Serafini has years of experience in personal injury, including cases of nursing home neglect and abuse. In one notable verdict, he helped a client secure a total of $850,000 for negligence in a nursing facility.

What Leads to Abuse and Neglect in Nursing Homes?

Understaffing is one of the leading causes of mistreatment in nursing homes. Without enough staff to address the needs of patients, resources may be spread thin, leading to inadequate care. To maintain sufficient staffing levels, nursing homes may neglect training or fail to properly screen new hires. Because of these practices, preventable accidents are more likely to occur. According to data released by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), nursing homes across the country struggle to meet the standard of 3.48 hours of care per resident daily, and many facilities do not have a registered nurse on the premises at all times.

When nursing facilities simply do not have enough hands on deck, the likelihood of abuse and neglect increases. At Serafini Law, we can investigate the conditions at a long-term care facility to better understand how residents are being treated and address concerns about a failure to provide proper care.

Injuries Caused by Neglect in Nursing Homes

When unsafe conditions in a nursing home go unaddressed, the residents are put at risk of debilitating injuries. For instance, a broken railing on a stairway can cause an elderly resident to fall, which may result in fractures, spinal cord injuries, or a traumatic brain injury.

Additionally, serious injuries can result from the staff not closely monitoring the residents. Bedsores are caused by lying in the same position for too long, which the staff can prevent by turning over residents at regular intervals. Unexplained weight loss and malnutrition may also indicate that residents' dietary needs are not being met.

Injuries Caused by Nursing Home Abuse

Abuse in nursing homes can take different forms, including physical, emotional, or even sexual abuse. Residents are often vulnerable in these situations due to their inability to defend themselves, and they may suffer lasting injuries and trauma.

The signs of abuse in nursing homes are not always obvious at a glance. When visiting your loved one in a care facility, you should watch for certain troubling signs, such as self-harming behaviors, a loss of appetite, unexplained bruises and scrapes, and withdrawn or depressed moods. Residents may be too intimidated to speak up directly out of fear of retaliation by the staff.

At Serafini Law, we take allegations of abuse very seriously. We can gather evidence to prove that residents are being harmed, documenting any injuries and taking eyewitness statements. We will take steps to address abuse and protect the safety and well-being of victims.

Meet With a Hancock, MD Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer

A nursing home that fails to look after its residents should be held accountable for any harm suffered by victims of abuse or neglect. At Serafini Law, our Hancock nursing home injury attorney can help you get justice for your family member, putting a stop to the negligence and securing fair compensation.

Attorney Andrew Serafini has the skills, knowledge, and resources to build a comprehensive claim that addresses nursing home abuse or neglect. When you work with our firm, you will receive individualized legal services from a solo practitioner. Serafini Law bills clients on a contingency fee basis, so you only pay if we win. To schedule a free consultation today, call our offices at 240-744-1600 or reach out to us online.