Nursing Home Abuse Overview
If someone you love was injured while in the care of a nursing home facility, you may be eligible to seek and recover compensation. Horn Law, P.C. is devoted exclusively to defending the rights of elderly persons who have been abused or neglected. We focus all of our attention on advocating for elderly people who have been harmed, whether physically or emotionally, while in the care of a nursing home.
What Does Nursing Home Abuse Mean?
Not all abuse is physical. Emotional abuse can be just as damaging. As a result, we have made it our commitment to represent people and families affected by any type of nursing home abuse, which may include:
- Bedsores and ulcers (decubitus ulcers)
- Falls
- Fractures
- Malnutrition or dehydration
- Neglect
- Sepsis
- Abuse of Alzheimer’s patients
- Misuse of medication (prescription errors)
- Failure to monitor
- Physical assault
- Sexual abuse
- Emotional or mental abuse
- Wandering or elopement
- Wrongful death
Sadly, the list goes on. Unfortunately, there are those who do not give adequate care to our loved ones who have become frail and vulnerable. This is unacceptable, and at Horn Law, P.C. our obligation to each client is to seek justice.
If you are unsure if abuse has occurred, you can come to us to discuss your concerns. We will evaluate the details of your specific circumstances, and will investigate until we figure out what, if anything, has happened. We will serve as your tireless advocates and will fight aggressively to ensure all responsible parties are held accountable.
Signs of Nursing Home Abuse
If you suspect that your family member was mistreated in any way, you owe it to yourself and your loved one to consult with an experienced lawyer who will investigate and expose any wrongdoing. Sometimes the signs of nursing home abuse can be difficult to detect. Signs might include:
- Changes in mood or behavior
- Refusal to see family or other visitors
- Withdrawn, nervous behavior
- Bedsores or ulcers
- Unexplained bruises, broken bones or other injuries
- Malnutrition or dehydration (significant weight loss)
There are many forms of nursing home abuse and negligence. If you suspect that your loved one has been mistreated, abused or neglected while in the care of a nursing home, please contact Horn Law, P.C. for experienced, thorough and aggressive representation in your case.
A Pioneer in New Jersey Nursing Home Abuse Litigation
Eugene Horn is the first attorney to obtain a successful and sizeable jury verdict in a nursing home abuse case in the state of New Jersey. Mr. Horn is a well-known, highly respected attorney who has committed his practice to helping victims of nursing home abuse as well as their families.
Mr. Horn is dedicated to helping people who have been wronged recover the maximum amount of compensation to which they are entitled. He will fight tirelessly to ensure all responsible persons are held accountable. One of his primary goals is to make sure these homes do not continue to treat people in an uncaring manner. View the firm profile for more information.
To schedule a free and private discussion of your case with Eugene Horn, Esq. please call us today or send us an email and someone will respond promptly.
