Rockford, IL Nursing Home Abuse Attorney

Injury Lawyers for Victims of Nursing Home Neglect in Winnebago County

Rockford is the third largest city in Illinois, and including the surrounding Winnebago County communities, the population in this area is approximately 300,000. There are about 50,000 seniors in the Rockford area, making it one of the oldest population areas in the state. A growing number of these seniors need long-term care, and the number of residents staying in nursing homes has skyrocketed.

There are more than 100 long-term care facilities in the Rockford region. Unfortunately, a large percentage of these facilities have not taken the steps necessary to provide an adequate standard of care for their increasing populations. This has resulted in more and more cases of nursing home abuse and neglect. At Schwartz Injury Law, we are outraged by the mistreatment of our honored elders at nursing homes in Rockford and throughout Illinois, and our mission is to aggressively advocate for victims of negligence and abuse, so those responsible are held fully accountable.

Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Cases in Rockford

We have seen just about every issue that may arise in a Winnebago County nursing home. Residents of area nursing facilities are frequently victims of:

• Bedsores
• Sepsis
• Infections
• Falls
• Fractures
• Wandering and Elopement
• Choking
• Burns
• Malnutrition
• Dehydration
• Medication Errors
• Breathing Tube Injuries
• Unreasonable Restraint
• Lack of Medical Care
• Physical Abuse
• Sexual Abuse

Inadequate staffing, poorly trained staff, and mismanagement have led to a rise in instances of elder abuse and neglect in long-term care facilities. These issues often come up on nights, weekends, holidays, and other times when nursing homes tend to be understaffed. Our attorneys have in-depth knowledge of this area of the law, and we have extensive experience reviewing facility records. This allows us to quickly identify important and often overlooked factors that may be strong indicators of neglect or abuse. We also frequently call on top health professionals to provide expert testimony that helps support our findings.

Speak with a Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Lawyer in Rockford

There is never a good excuse for mistreating the most vulnerable in our society or allowing this type of behavior to occur and doing nothing to stop it. Schwartz Injury Law is committed to putting an end to nursing home neglect and abuse in Illinois, and we have the experience, skills, and resources to secure full compensation for victims and their families. To schedule a free consultation with our office, contact us today at 312-535-4625. We serve clients in Rockford, Winnebago County, and communities throughout Illinois.