Nursing Home Abuse Blog

Holding a Nursing Home Responsible for Abuse or Neglect

Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on July 17, 2019October 30, 2023 in Nursing Home Abuse

Many families depend on nursing home facilities and its staff to keep their loved ones safe and well cared for. Unfortunately, nursing home residents can still suffer injuries in this health care setting, which may be caused by abuse or neglect. Our attorneys discuss situations where a nursing home may be liable for an injury. […] Read More

How Nursing Homes Try to Cover Up Abuse and Neglect

Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on May 31, 2019November 13, 2023 in Nursing Home Abuse

It is not an easy decision to place a loved one in a nursing home. When you do, you trust the nursing home staff to care for your loved one. When abuse occurs, you expect the nursing home staff to respond appropriately and protect your loved one. Sadly, this is often not the case. More […] Read More

What Are the Risk Factors for Malnutrition and Dehydration in Nursing Homes?

Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on April 17, 2019October 31, 2023 in Nursing Home Abuse

Nursing home residents rely on staff members to provide adequate care and attend to their everyday needs, including supplying basic essentials such as food and water. When staff members fail to ensure that the basic needs of residents are being met, they may contribute to harmful conditions like malnutrition and dehydration. The effects of Nursing […] Read More

What to Look for When Choosing a Nursing Home for Your Loved One

Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on February 26, 2019October 27, 2023 in Nursing Home Abuse

Selecting a nursing home for your loved one is a stressful process. You want to ensure your loved one receives the highest quality of care and that he or she is safe from abuse or neglect. Below are several things to consider when visiting a nursing home to help evaluate the facility. If your loved […] Read More

Why Bedsores are a Warning Sign of Nursing Home Neglect

Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on December 14, 2018November 13, 2023 in Nursing Home Abuse

Bedsores, also known as pressure ulcers, occur on the body when a person is inactive for long periods of time. While bedsores are common among nursing home residents with mobility challenges, they can also be a warning sign that neglect is happening. If you have a loved one who has sustained bedsores caused by neglect […] Read More

What Are the Different Types of Nursing Home Abuse?

Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on October 5, 2018October 30, 2023 in Nursing Home Abuse

Elderly individuals are often sent to live in nursing homes so that they can receive the proper care and treatment they need. However, sometimes nursing home residents are abused by the very people who are supposed to care for them. There are various forms of elder abuse. Understanding each of them and recognizing the signs […] Read More

Understaffing in Nursing Homes

Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on March 9, 2018October 31, 2023 in Nursing Home Abuse

Nursing homes are required by law to adequately staff the facility to ensure the health and safety of their residents. However, the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) reports that up to 90 percent of nursing homes in the U.S. are understaffed. Understaffing in nursing homes can place residents in danger of being injured, […] Read More

What You Need to Know About Elder Financial Abuse

Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on February 3, 2018October 31, 2023 in Nursing Home Abuse

Financial abuse is the most common form of elder abuse, according to the National Center on Elder Abuse. This includes stealing or misusing an elder’s funds, often by taking advantage of an elderly individual who is vulnerable due to age or disability. Unfortunately, nursing home residents are particularly susceptible to elder financial abuse because they […] Read More

Nursing Home Trust Fund Thefts Increasing

Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on December 7, 2017October 31, 2023 in Nursing Home Abuse

More than 1.5 million elderly individuals currently reside in more than 16,000 nursing homes across the United States. As the baby boomer generation ages (gracefully) the number of nursing home residents is likely to continue increasing. Nursing Home Abuse in West Palm Beach and neglect is a problem that is often discussed in media and […] Read More

What Families Need to Know About Psychological Abuse in Nursing Homes

Posted on behalf of Gordon & Partners on December 6, 2017November 1, 2023 in Nursing Home Abuse

Nursing home residents are at risk of suffering many types of abuse. One common type that can often be difficult to detect is psychological abuse. Although it may not always be immediately apparent, psychological abuse can cause serious harm. Certain signs can indicate your elderly loved one may be suffering psychological abuse. Schedule a free, […] Read More

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