Champaign, IL Nursing Home Neglect Attorneys

Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers Representing Clients in Champaign

Nursing homes and assisted living facilities provide essential care for people who are often in vulnerable conditions. When placing a person in a nursing home, a family will rightfully expect that their loved one will be treated with dignity, respect, and compassion. Unfortunately, instances of neglect and abuse occur far too often, leading to physical, emotional, and financial harm for residents.

Schwartz Injury Law is dedicated to fighting for victims of nursing home abuse and neglect in Champaign, Illinois. With a commitment to holding negligent facilities and staff members accountable, we can provide the legal support and representation your family needs to secure compensation and prevent future abuse.

Consequences of Nursing Home Neglect

In situations where the staff members at a nursing home do not take the proper steps to ensure that residents receive adequate care, neglect can occur, leading to physical harm, emotional pain, or even wrongful death. Families should stay vigilant and act to protect their loved ones when they learn that neglect has occurred. Common issues to address might include:

• Physical Harm: Neglect may lead to malnutrition, dehydration, bedsores, or infections. Residents who are not given assistance with mobility may experience falls that result in broken bones or head injuries. The physical toll of injuries or health issues resulting from neglect can be long-lasting, requiring extensive medical treatment and rehabilitation.
• Emotional and Psychological Trauma: When residents are isolated, ignored, or deprived of basic care, they may develop depression, anxiety, or feelings of worthlessness. This trauma can be just as damaging as physical injuries, affecting a resident's overall well-being and quality of life.
• Elopement and Wandering: Nursing home residents who suffer from Alzheimer's disease or dementia may meander into risky locations or leave a facility without supervision. This can result in them becoming lost and sustaining injuries. Nursing facilities are responsible for monitoring residents to ensure they do not exit the premises unsupervised.
• Financial Harm: Families may face overwhelming medical bills for the treatment of injuries caused by neglect. The cost of relocating a loved one to a safer facility or obtaining additional care can also create a burden.
• Wrongful Death: In the most tragic cases, a person may die due to injuries or health issues resulting from neglect. Schwartz Injury Law will help families hold nursing homes accountable for failing to prevent a person's death. We will work to achieve justice for the deceased person and help prevent future neglect from affecting other residents.

Liable Parties in Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Cases

Determining who may be held responsible for injuries suffered by nursing home residents can be a complex matter, as multiple parties may be involved in the wrongdoing. Some of the most common liable parties in these situations include:

• Staff: When caregivers, nurses, aides, and other personnel fail to provide proper care to residents, either through intentional abuse or neglect, they can be held responsible for the harm caused.
• Management: This issue can play a crucial role in ensuring that residents receive appropriate care. When a nursing home fails to adequately staff the facility, provide necessary training, or enforce safety protocols, it may be held liable.
• Facility Owners: Nursing homes are required to meet certain standards of care as mandated by federal and state regulations. They are also responsible for maintaining a safe and clean environment for all residents. When they fail to comply with these regulations, or when they engage in negligent hiring practices, they may be at fault for the harm caused to residents.
• Third-Party Contractors: Other parties may also play a role in injuries suffered by nursing home patients. For example, if a resident develops an infection due to improper cleaning procedures, the contractor responsible for sanitation could be held accountable.
• Manufacturers of Defective Equipment: In some cases, nursing home residents may be injured due to faulty beds, wheelchairs, or medical devices. In these cases, the equipment manufacturer may be held responsible for any injuries incurred.

Contact Our Champaign Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers

When a loved one has suffered from nursing home abuse or neglect in Champaign, Illinois, do not wait to seek legal help. Schwartz Injury Law is here to fight for your rights and ensure that those responsible for your loved one's injuries will be held accountable. Contact us at 312-535-4625 today to arrange your complimentary initial consultation and learn how we can help you secure justice and compensation. There is no fee unless we recover compensation for you and your loved one.