Westminster Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Lawyers

Thousands of California’s elderly and dependent adults live or receive care in one of the state’s hundreds of nursing homes and residential care facilities. As family members, we expect nothing less than top-tier treatment when our loved ones become residents of these facilities. Sadly, nursing home abuse and neglect occur far more often than people realize against the most vulnerable in our families and communities.

If you suspect that a loved one has been a victim of nursing home or assisted living abuse or neglect in Westminster, it is critical that you speak with an attorney who has an expertise in nursing home abuse and neglect cases. The Southern California Nursing Home Law Group can help you investigate and pursue claims of nursing home abuse or neglect. Call the office or contact us today to schedule a free consultation.

If you have a loved one in a nursing home, it is important that you know the basic signs of potential abuse or neglect. Nursing home abuse can be physical, emotional, or sexual. What may seem at the outset like an unexpected illness, injury, or death may actually be a sign of nursing home abuse or neglect. Some of the most common signs of nursing home abuse include the following:

• Unexplained broken bones, sprains, or dislocations
• Multiple falls
• Left in dirty or soiled diapers for extended periods
• Bruising, scars, welts, or other skin wounds
• Failure to administer medications properly
• Rocking, sucking thumbs, and other unusual behaviors
• Bruising without explanation, especially around breasts or genital areas

Nursing home neglect occurs when administration and staff at a nursing home or residential care facility fail to provide basic care and services to their residents like food and proper shelter. The injuries caused by neglect can be just as devastating to patients as outright abuse. Common signs of nursing home neglect include:

• Bed sores or pressure ulcers
• Unusual loss of weight or dehydration / malnutrition
• Untimely transfers or failure to get needed medical care
• Failing to inform the family or a doctor about a change in condition
• Hazardous living conditions, including faulty electrical, fire hazards, or lack of running water
• Soiled bedding or clothing
• Dirty living conditions
• Evidence of insects or rodents
• Unsuitable dress for the weather

The Westminster nursing home abuse and neglect attorneys at the Southern California Nursing Home Law Group have represented many clients in Westminster who have suffered nursing home abuse or neglect in the skilled nursing and assisted living setting, and we will zealously advocate on your behalf if mistreatment has occurred.

The elderly and dependents in California are protected by the state’s Elder Abuse and Dependent Adult Civil Protection Act. This law provides victims of nursing home abuse and neglect with the ability to collect compensation for general and special damages related to their mistreatment. General damages compensate a victim for pain and suffering, emotional distress, disability, disfigurement, wrongful death, and the loss of enjoyment of life. Special damages cover all out-of-pocket expenses caused by the abuse or neglect, including medical bills, hospitalization, additional long- or short-term care, psychological counseling, medical equipment, and attorneys’ fees.

In cases in which the abuse or neglect was reckless or willful, victims may also receive punitive damages for the harm caused. Punitive damages are additional compensation that serves to punish the wrongdoer for their actions and serve as a deterrent to others in the nursing home system from committing similar acts with their residents.

Any claims of Westminster nursing home abuse or neglect deserve to be treated seriously and investigated immediately. The attorneys at the Southern California Nursing Home Law Group specialize in nursing home abuse and neglect claims and have an in-depth knowledge of how the nursing home system in California works. We will aggressively fight for the well-being of your loved ones if they are exposed to harm or substandard care.

Our office proudly serves clients throughout Southern California, including Westminster, and are happy to schedule a consultation of your case for free. We will fully investigate allegations of nursing home abuse or neglect and hold those responsible accountable for any harm caused to your elderly loved ones. Our team will aggressively fight for the compensation your family deserves after mistreatment in a nursing home or residential care facility.

If you would like to speak with an experienced Westminster nursing home lawyer about your suspicions of mistreatment of a loved one in a nursing home or care residential facility in the Westminster area, call the office or contact us today to schedule a free case evaluation.