Nursing Home Abuse Attorneys in Atlanta

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What You Need to Know About Elder Abuse & Exploitation

Nursing home abuse is a nationwide problem, but one that is woefully under-recognized. Many cases of nursing home abuse / elder abuse go unreported. Our firm stands as a strong advocate for abuse victims. We realize that taking action on behalf of individual victims makes the system better, more accountable, and safer as a whole. We encourage you to take action for yourself or your loved one.

Abuse can take many forms:

• Physical abuse
• Financial abuse / exploitation
• Neglect
• Emotional abuse
• Sexual abuse

It is important to remain vigilant and to watch for signs of abuse if you have a loved one in a nursing home or other long-term care facility. Look for changes in mood or behavior, as well as any unexplained injuries, sudden and dramatic changes to finances, and other concerning signs of potential abuse or exploitation.

Never be afraid to act on any suspicions you may have. If you have questions about a potential lawsuit regarding nursing home abuse, don’t hesitate to speak with a nursing home injury attorney from our team.

Proving a Nursing Home Abuse Claim

Proving a nursing home abuse case requires a combination of evidence to establish that abuse or neglect occurred and that it directly caused harm to the resident.

Here’s a breakdown of the types of evidence that we typically want when pursuing these types of matters:

• Medical Records: Injuries and treatment, along with doctor’s notes and physician’s orders are needed. Documentation of any injuries, illnesses, or other health issues that have arisen as a result of the abuse or neglect.
• Photographic Evidence: Visible Injuries and photos of any physical injuries, such as bruises, cuts, or bedsores. Photos or videos of living conditions, the living environment that clearly shows unsafe or unsanitary condition.
• Witness Testimony: If the resident is capable, their firsthand account of the abuse or neglect and any family member’s reports who have noticed changes in the resident’s condition, behavior, or living conditions. Statements from other staff members or residents who may have witnessed the abuse or neglect.
• Incident Reports: Any reports filed by the nursing home regarding incidents of injury, altercations, or complaints. Records from any investigations by regulatory agencies into complaints or violations at the facility.
• Expert Testimony: Experts who can interpret medical records and injuries to confirm that they are consistent with abuse or neglect. Experts with knowledge of nursing home operations and standards who can testify about deviations from accepted practices.
• Surveillance Footage: Any available video recordings that might show the abuse or the conditions in which the resident was living.
• Documentation of Complaints: Records (Emails, filed reports or letters) of any formal complaints filed with the nursing home or with state agencies regarding the resident’s care.

The combination of these elements can help establish the occurrence of abuse or neglect, link it to specific harm suffered by the resident, and demonstrate that the nursing home failed to meet the standard of care required by law.

Call Hall & Lampros, LLP for a Free Case Consultation

Speaking with an experience Atlanta nursing home abuse lawyer at Hall & Lampros, LLP as soon as possible will give you peace of mind. There are things you can do to obtain justice after what happened and to hold responsible parties accountable. Our firm is always willing to take a case to trial in order to fully secure our clients’ rights. We’re here for you every step of the way.

Call or text Hall & Lampros, LLP now at 404-876-8100 to arrange your free evaluation.