Elder abuse is a terribly inhumane crime that leaves victims feeling vulnerable, distrustful and alone. The feeling of hopelessness actually keeps many victims from reporting the abuse. Those who abuse or neglect elderly citizens need to be held responsible for the pain and suffering they have caused. The aggressive personal injury lawyers at Bisnar & Chase, LLP have experience representing California clients that have been victims of nursing home abuse and negligence. If you or a loved one has suffered because of mistreatment by a nursing home or assisted living facility, contact our office today for a free consultation about your case.

Nursing homes and assisted living facilities have a legal responsibility to report any misconduct, negligence or abuse to authorities. By failing to do so, they are putting residents at risk and allowing criminals to get away with hurting, abusing and stealing from innocent victims. Since many nursing home abuse victims are scared to report any mistreatment, crimes of this nature too often go unreported. It is vital that nursing home employees and relatives of the residents report any suspicious behaviors or actions to the authorities to prevent further injury.

Nursing home abuse is often the result of frustrated, overworked employees who take out their aggression on innocent residents. The abuse affects the victims physically, emotionally, or sexually. Victims may have bruises, broken bones or bed sores and feel hopeless, depressed and isolated. Abusers may harm their residents through neglect or mistreatment by depriving them food or water, using unnecessary sedatives or leaving wounds untreated, causing infection.

When a loved one needs additional attention in the golden years of his or her life, you may decide to place him or her in the care of a nursing home assisted living facility. In doing so, you trust the home or facility to care for its residents and ensure a happy and safe living environment. When this trust is violated through acts of abuse or neglect, the nursing home should be held accountable for the injuries and damage caused by staff.

If you suspect that a loved has been the victim of nursing home abuse or neglect, you should seek the advice of an experienced California Personal Injury Lawyer. Contact our offices for a free IMMEDIATE case evaluation.

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