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Nursing Home Negligence & Elder Abuse
Nursing Home Negligence & Elder Care Abuse in Southeast Wisconsin
Nursing homes are required to meet federal requirements for resident’s rights and to provide the necessary level of care. However, despite Wisconsin laws, nursing home negligence and elder care abuse continues to be a serious problem in the greater Milwaukee, WI area.
All nursing home residents deserve the care and attention they need. No matter how small or severe the nursing home mistreatment is, you are entitled to legal action against the nursing home for compensation. Contact me for more information on nursing home negligence and elder care abuse.
Common types of Nursing Home Negligence and Abuse in Milwaukee, WI
- Falls, fractures, and broken bones
- Dehydration and malnutrition
- Misdiagnosis or failure to diagnose illness
- Bedsores, restraint injuries and strangulation
- Wandering and leaving the facility
- Abuse and assault
- Wrongful death
- Prescription/medication errors
Know the Warning Signs of Nursing Home Negligence and Elder Care Abuse
Seniors require a special level of care and one of the largest causes of mistreatment is a result of nursing home understaffing. When the nursing home doesn’t have enough staff to care for the number of residents present, residents do not get enough attention or treatment to effectively care for them all.
Similarly, if the staff is not trained enough to identify and treat illnesses that nursing home residents experience, the residents may not receive adequate care for their problems and many issues may be neglected and worsen. Be sure to get references and learn about the nursing home your loved one is in to identify possible care issues before they occur. Even a small injury or act of violence can result in serious injuries for an elderly resident.
If you believe your loved one has suffered from nursing home negligence or abuse, contact me for a free consultation on what legal options are available for you and your loved one.
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