When you entrust a loved one into the care of a nursing home, it is your assumption that he/she will be cared for and taken care of in an appropriate manner. Too often, however, this assumption is wrong. According to the National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA), between 1 and 2 million Americans in nursing homes have been abused, mistreated, or neglected while under their care. This number indicates that approximately 44 percent of all nursing home residents are abused in some way.

However, the cases that go unreported add up to even more. Only 1 in 14 nursing home abuse or neglect acts are reported to authorities, this being for several reasons. Because many of the patients have mental or physical disabilities, they either forget the abuse occurred or are too afraid to report it. In the meantime, families are unsuspecting to any happening of such abuse and/or neglect. If you suspect your loved one is being abused or neglected while in a nursing home, contact the local authorities and a Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect attorney to handle the situation.

Nursing Home Abuse

It is every family's fear that their loved one is being abused while staying at a nursing home. Barbieri Law Firm is devoted to helping your family receive the compensation they deserve. Many signs of abuse can go unnoticed, but if you suspect abuse, our office will investigate your claim to find who is responsible. To look for abuse, consider the possible signs:

• Assault
• Sexual Assault
• Improper use of medicine
• Open wounds, cuts, or bruises

Nursing Home Neglect

Nursing home neglect can include many different forms, ranging from medical to physical. Unfortunately, some patients are abandoned while in their room and disregarded for the necessities of daily living. Other forms of neglect include medical, when a nurse or doctor may neglect to give the patient proper medication or care. If you suspect or know your loved one is a victim of nursing home neglect, you should contact an experienced attorney to ensure they receive the compensation they deserve.

Nursing home abuse and neglect happens too often, but at Barbieri Law Firm, we are devoted to finding the person who is at fault and recovering your losses for the case.