Signs of Nursing Home Abuse Signs of abuse and negligence in nursing homes include: Bruises, scrapes, or bedsores that are unexplainable Unexpected weight reduction or changes in appearance Sudden behavioral changes, such as withdrawal or violence Living situations that are filthy or disgusting Basic...
Forms of Negligence in Nursing That Can Lead to Malpractice Almost all medical procedures come with inherent risks. In some cases, negligence is not the cause of medical incidents such as birth injuries. However, medical errors happen. When they do, they can cause serious consequences for y...
Instead, it is often a choice by the responsible party that was likely to cause harm to someone else. Some examples of gross negligence are: a drunk driver, a nurse ignoring the cries of a nursing home patient, or speeding in a busy parking lot. Note, however, that not all states ...
Home/Product Liability What Is Product Liability? Product liability refers to cases where defective goods cause harm. People expect the products they buy to work as intended. But when these products are defective, those who use them may be unjustly harmed. The fault may then be traced back to...
You or someone you love never deserved to develop asbestosis — but because of the negligence of companies, thousands continue to be diagnosed every year. While an asbestosis diagnosis can come as a shock, it’s important to stay hopeful. At Mesothelioma Hope, we stand ready to assist anyone...
Nursing Home Abuse If your loved one was abused or neglected in their nursing home, there’s a good chance the nursing home administrator or owner will deny liability or wrongdoing. For every point you make concerning how their negligence harmed your loved one, they may have several rebuttal...
If you have ever wondered about having a living will, this article will help you understand what a living will is and why you may want to consider having one. What is an Advance Directive? An advance directive in North Carolina is the legal name for a living will. It is a document tha...
The importance of documenting safety information so that it is meaningful to all providers, was explored: When I’m documenting risks, that person might turn up to A&E [Accident and Emergency department], might be an inpatient, or might go to the home treatment team…I need to do it in...
The importance of documenting safety information so that it is meaningful to all providers, was explored: When I’m documenting risks, that person might turn up to A&E [Accident and Emergency department], might be an inpatient, or might go to the home treatment team…I need to do it in...
The Life Care Center of Kirkland, Washington, was the first COVID hot spot in the U.S. Forty-six people associated with the nursing home died, exposing how ill-prepared we were for the pandemic — and how we take care of our elderly. This is their story.