Maryland Nursing Home Abuse Attorneys

Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect in Maryland

Choosing to move a loved one into a nursing home can be a difficult family decision. It is heartbreaking to think that anyone responsible for the care of a loved one may be abusive or neglectful. Sadly, no matter how hard you search for the right place for a family member, incidents may happen that are completely out of your control. If your loved one has been abused, neglected or mistreated in a nursing facility, it is imperative you seek legal representation from a Bethesda Maryland nursing home neglect lawyer who will hold these unethical businesses accountable for their actions.

Potential Dangers

Bed Injuries

Deaths from bed injuries are more common then you'd think. There are many factors that attribute to bed injuries and deaths. The space between the slats on side rails has been known to trap an elderly person's head causing strangulation. Some beds have mattresses that do not properly fit the bed frame leaving a gap that can also trap someone. Suffocation and strangulation may not always get reported because of the age of the victims.

Falls

With age comes loss of strength and balance. This puts even more pressure on the nursing home to provide safe walking conditions for their residents. Nursing homes must provide safety services and devices to lower the potential for injuries. These facilities are required to know the medical conditions of their residents and how best to keep them safe from injury. Falling at an older age can cause multiple bone breaks or even death.

Severe Neglect

Elderly in nursing homes may require special treatment to keep them healthy. Failure to provide that care may amount to what is known as "neglect." Pressure ulcers such as bedsores may be a result of neglect. Malnutrition may also be a sign that the home is not properly feeding your loved one. Are there new issues with swallowing, depression, loss of weight, tremors, tooth loss or adverse drug reactions? The home must notice and treat these issues. Is the home providing adequate attention and care? Telltale signs of neglect include a paleness of the mouth or lips, dentures no longer fitting, clothes fitting more loosely, sunken eyes, skin irritations and wounds taking longer to heal. Neglect often occurs because nursing homes deliberately understaff their facilities in order to maximize profits.

Potential Litigation

If you believe your loved one may be a victim of neglect or abuse, do not hesitate to call 866-444-6363 to speak with one of Alpert Schreyer's experienced Bethesda personal injury lawyers. We will provide you with a free case evaluation and help you determine what route to take in seeking the compensation you deserve.

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