Nursing Home Accidents

When entrusting the care of a loved one to a nursing home or assisted living facility, everyone hopes that the ones they love are safe and happy. Unfortunately, hundreds of accidents occur each day in nursing homes due to negligence of the nursing home staff, director, or owner. When these accidents arise, it is up to the victim or his or her son, daughter, or other guardian to make sure that correct legal procedures are taken immediately.

Our loved ones may experience a number of difficulties brought on by age that make it harder for them to foresee potential dangers. Loved ones who have impaired eyesight may be unable to see a wet floor or a faulty railing. Those who suffer from dementia may be unaware of other hazards and may not have the mental capacity to stray from certain areas or dangers.

Some nursing home facilities fail to employ enough individuals to look after these residents. This can create bigger problems when considering the amount of individuals who cannot care for themselves and the number of areas that need to be cleared of potential dangers.

Cases of negligence have also included nursing home employees failing to aid residents with daily regimens, failing to prescribe medication, failing to provide food and water, and failing to respond to resident concerns.

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If you or a loved one has experienced an accident brought on by negligence within a nursing home, please contact the Philadelphia personal injury lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C. today at 215-238-1130 to discuss your case