Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer in Owensboro

There is no average settlement in nursing home abuse claims as every case is unique. However, depending on the circumstances of the incident and the injuries suffered, victims could qualify for the following damages and others: 

• Healthcare expenses
• Medical devices 
• Medications
• Psychological counseling
• Moving and transportation expenses

Punitive damages might also be available if a nursing home acted particularly recklessly.

Your gut feeling can be a powerful guide. If you suspect something is amiss with your loved one’s care, chances are you are right. Consider taking the following steps. 

Talk to Your Loved One

Take your time to ask your friend or relative about their day and observe their reactions. They may tell you about what has happened or seem particularly nervous or frightened. 

Visit Without Calling in Advance

Try to visit your loved one as much as possible if you are concerned about potential abuse and neglect. Make sure to come unannounced and at different times of the day. This makes it easier for you to observe different staff members and interactions with residents.

Make Notes

If, during your visits, you witness any residents experiencing physical or verbal abuse, make sure to record the incidents. Your notes should include the time, date, and names of those present. If you see any potential signs of abuse on your loved one’s body, take photographs of the injuries and note down the details.

Report Abuse and Take Action

Make sure to report your suspicions to the authorities and consider moving your loved one to another facility.  

If we take your case, you won’t have to worry about attorney’s fees as our fee is free unless we win. Our motivated attorneys work hard on your behalf and always fight for the maximum possible compensation. You only pay if and when we win and recover damages for you. 

In most cases, moving a loved one is the best solution if you are unhappy with the quality of care or suspect that they suffer from abuse and neglect. Questions to consider when looking for new a facility can include:

• Is the nursing home close enough for frequent visits?
• Does your loved one have particular location wishes?
• Is the selected facility compatible with your relative’s care needs?

You may wish to visit several nursing homes in Kentucky before making a choice. A home that might look excellent on paper may be a disappointment when you see it in person. If a facility ticks all the boxes and the residents seem happy and well-cared for, you have probably found a good place for your loved one.

The Discharge Process

Moving your elderly relative to a different facility can be somewhat challenging. As a first step, inform the nurse manager or director of nursing about your wish to relocate your loved one. You may have to check with the Medicaid office responsible for your relative to determine how to proceed without losing coverage. This can be particularly critical if you are moving your loved one out of state. 

The discharge process can vary depending on the nursing home, and there can be various state and federal laws to consider. Make sure to abide by the terms and complete the paperwork necessary for moving out of the home and into the new facility. 

Our mothers, fathers, and grandparents are entitled to spend their twilight years with dignity and in comfort. Nursing home abuse is immoral and illegal. In many cases, defenseless seniors are the victims of nursing homes’ aggressive cost-cutting and profiteering. If your loved one experienced abuse in their nursing home, get in touch with us as soon as possible. Time for a lawsuit may be limited as Kentucky law only allows victims one year to file a suit in most cases. Our attorneys can hold the responsible parties accountable, fight for what you deserve, and protect others from experiencing egregious mistreatment in their nursing homes. 

Morgan & Morgan wants to help victims recover physically and emotionally and receive what they deserve. Contact us today to find out more in a free consultation.