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Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer
Serving Buffalo, New York
If you have a loved one who resides in a nursing home in the Niagara, Buffalo, or New York state, you have every right to expect that he or she will be well cared for by experienced medical professionals in a comfortable environment. When loved ones are mistreated or neglected by staff members, it is critical that you report the nursing home abuse to the New York State Department of Health and take legal action. This is not only important to ensure that your loved one’s dignity and rights are protected, but also to make sure that no other nursing home residents will be subjected to the same abuse.
Nursing Home Abuse Prevalence & Warning Signs
Sometimes it’s difficult to tell if your loved ones are being abused, especially if they don’t tell you themselves. But, according to the Congressional “Nursing Home Abuse Report,” nursing home abuse is reported at one in three facilities in the U.S. This percentage is astonishingly high – and doesn’t even include unreported cases – so, it’s very important to be aware of the warning signs. They include:
- Unexplained bruising or injuries
- Bed sores
- Rapid weight loss
- Sudden onset of disease
- Decreased mental stability
- Depression
In addition to neglect and physical abuse, nursing home abuse can take the form of mental abuse, sexual abuse and financial abuse. Many residents won’t report the abuse because they are worried about the consequences. So, if you are suspicious of abuse, you should contact the offices of John Feroleto Attorneys at Law today. We can help you determine what your legal options are and what legal action you should take, if any.
If it is determined that abuse occurred either deliberately or due to the negligence of a nursing home employee or the entire organization, we will ensure that the guilty party is held accountable in a court of law and that your loved one gets the restitution he or she is entitled to. Contact our nursing home abuse lawyer to schedule your complimentary consultation at our Buffalo office today. We are dedicated to protecting your loved one’s rights and never charge legal fees unless your case is won or settled in court.
1220 Liberty Building | 424 Main St. | Buffalo, NY 14202 | (716) 854-0700
