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Ensuring your older loved one has the care needed is a daunting undertaking. So what happens if you discover red marks during a visit? Bedsores can become a critical health problem for people who are not mobile, and older people with other medical issues require immediate medical intervention. Learn more about what you can do […] Read More
Bedsores are painful and can lead to serious infections. Additionally, they are often a sign of neglect from care staff. If you or a loved one have developed bedsores, you may be eligible for compensation from the hospital or nursing facility where they occurred. Our team at Gordon & Partners is here and ready to […] Read More
When human bodies remain in the same position for extended periods, problems often arise in the form of bedsores. Also called pressure ulcers, these wounds are painful. Left untreated, they can lead to severe damage, infections and serious medical conditions. Not everyone can move themselves, relying on others to adjust their positions. When caretakers or […] Read More
If you or a loved one have the need to stay in a hospital or nursing home for an extended period of time, you place your trust in the medical staff to render appropriate attention and care. When facility personnel are guilty of neglectful behavior, though, the patient can suffer from bedsores and other consequences. […] Read More
Choosing to place an elderly loved one into a long-term care facility or nursing home is never an easy decision. When that individual develops dangerous bedsores, you will likely find yourself with new and difficult choices to make regarding legal action. As you consider litigation, you might have many questions regarding a possible neglect case. […] Read More
Nursing homes are meant to be sanctuaries where elderly ones can live their golden years in comfort and dignity. Unfortunately, these facilities may not always live up to their name. The reality is that elder abuse is common in nursing homes. What legal options are available to protect nursing home residents’ rights in Florida? What can you do if […] Read More
Everyone wants a comfortable home, even when circumstances change. Nursing home facilities can provide a pleasant environment for any nursing home resident who needs living assistance. Yet, not every nursing home is a place of security. Abuse in nursing homes causes terrible emotional and physical pain. Identifying the risk factors of nursing home abuse can […] Read More
The decision to move a family member into a nursing home may not be an easy one. A lot of care and thought goes into making sure the right place is chosen and finding a home where your loved one will be comfortable and looked after. The Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) maintains […] Read More
Under Florida state law, everybody is responsible for reporting suspected abuse. If you are concerned that an elderly person in a care facility may be in immediate danger, call 911 and local law enforcement will attend promptly. If he or she is not in imminent danger, reporting nursing home abuse as soon as possible is still vital […] Read More
When our loved ones reach a time in life when they need more care than we can provide, we expect nursing homes to treat them like family. With its reputation as a retirees’ paradise, it is no surprise that Florida has around 700 nursing homes, housing some 70,000 residents. Sadly, on occasion, nursing home abuse happens, […] Read More