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Atlanta Nursing Home Negligence Lawyers
Neglect in nursing homes can result in serious injuries, even when the patient is not being abused outright. Nursing home neglect can lead to falls, bedsores, dehydration, and malnutrition, each of which, in the most severe instances, can result in death. When a resident is injured or dies as a result of nursing home neglect, legal recourse may be available.
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Signs of Nursing Home Neglect
Perhaps surprisingly, signs of nursing home neglect are typically less subtle than the symptoms of elder abuse. Insufficient food and water, failure to supply adequate bathing supplies, and dirty underclothing are among the signs which may indicate that a resident is being neglected in a nursing home. Wandering and elopement can result from extreme negligence, which can lead to broken bones and bruising. Because residents are often unable or unwilling to talk about these issues, relatives of nursing home residents should be aware of the signs which may indicate nursing home neglect in Atlanta. These may include:
- Depression
- Unexplained weight loss
- Bedsores (pressure sores, decubitis ulcers)
- Frequent infections
- Dehydration
- Dirty bed sheets, clothing etc.
Atlanta Nursing Home Neglect Lawyers
When a nursing home resident is being neglected in a nursing home, the facility may be accountable for their actions or failure to act. Failure to properly staff a facility and lack of adequate training are among the responsibilities, which if overlooked, may make a nursing home accountable for neglect of its residents. If your loved one is being neglected, our elder law attorneys may be able to help put an end to the abuse and establish a standard which can prevent future offenses. Find out today if you can file a nursing home abuse lawsuit in Atlanta by completing our free case evaluation form.
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