Nursing home abuse
Nursing home abuse should not be tolerated. Do not hesitate to speak to a Savannah medical malpractice attorney at Kenneth S. Nugent, P.C. if you suspect your loved one is the victim of abuse. To assist you in understanding the issues involved in the protection of your loved ones, our Savannah, Georgia medical malpractice lawyers offer the following answers to some frequently asked questions about nursing home abuse in Georgia.
Often a loved one is unable to communicate what is happening, or may fear doing so. Some of the signs that you can look for include the following:
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You do not have to stand idly by if you suspect abuse in a nursing home. An attorney skilled in nursing home law can help your elderly relative to either be more comfortable or be transferred to a safer place. You have the right to take the nursing home to court.
Approach management and the staff in charge if you have any questions about improper treatment of a loved one.
Ask the nursing home to tell you if there are any lawsuits are pending against them. Go online and research to find inspection reports and lawsuits.
Some of the ways that you can protect a loved one include the following:
If you suspect a loved one has been the victim of nursing home abuse, call our firm and speak with an experienced Savannah medical malpractice lawyer. Click the chat bubble to send us a message or call us toll free at 1-888-579-1790.
