Families are sometimes compelled to place elderly loved ones in a nursing home to ensure they receive adequate, professional attention. Nursing homes take and accept a level of responsibility for each elderly resident. This is referred to as “duty of care.”
When the level of care is not met, the nursing home may be held liable for a resident’s injuries.
The elderly are vulnerable and they are unable to protect themselves. I care and want justice for your loved ones, and I will work tirelessly to fight for their rights.
Nursing Home Resident Rights in New York
The state of New York offers guidance on proper treatment of residents in nursing homes. Resident rights include:
- The right to live with dignity and respect in a comfortable living environment
- The right to receive quality of care without discrimination
- The right to privacy in communications
- The right to participate in organization and activities of their choice
- The right to make their own decisions regarding medical and personal care
- The right to protected admission, transfer, and discharge from the facility
- The right to protect their money and property
- The right to an easy-to-use and responsive complaint procedure
- The right to exercise their rights without fear
Signs of Abuse or Neglect
Here are some of the signs you have to look for if you suspect that someone you know is going through abuse or neglect:
- Scratches
- Sudden mood swings
- Withdrawal from social interactions
- Prevented from accepting visitors
- Bruises
- Emerging PTSD symptoms
- Sudden infections
- Bedsores
A key element in elderly abuse case, and all personal injury cases, is proving that the proximate cause (or legal cause) and the actual cause of the injury is negligence.
If you think an elderly family member is being put through some type of abuse, don’t hesitate to contact Olivier E. Roche, Esq.
I will provide aggressive, zealous representation so pick up the phone and call my office today for a consultation.
