The most vulnerable adults among us are often our elderly. Sadly, the elderly often become victims of abuse in the very environment that is intended to protect and care for them, nursing homes. In recent years, problems of malnutrition, bedsores (decubitus ulcers), neglect, as well as physical, verbal, and sexual abuse have all been exposed in nursing homes. At the Daily Law Group, we are committed to helping the elderly and their families through these difficult situations. If your loved one has suffered abuse in a nursing home or in another care arrangement, our experienced litigators can help you pursue the matter and obtain justice for your loved one. Our elder abuse practice has successfully pursued several nursing home abuse claims for clients throughout Southern California.

Types of Elder Abuse

• Neglect – Bedsores, malnutrition, dehydration and other ailments resulting when an elder is not taken care of properly.
• Physical – Assault, deprivation of food, physical punishments, restraints and others.
• Financial – Illegally or fraudulently taking an elderly individual’s money.
• Mental Abuse – Verbal abuse, or psychologically intimidating an elderly person through fear, confusion or other methods.

Decubitus Ulcers

A decubitus ulcer is a pressure sore or what is commonly called a bedsore. However, it can range from a very mild pink coloration of the skin, which disappears in a few hours after pressure is relieved on the area, to a very deep wound extending to and sometimes through a bone into internal organs. In long-term care facilities and nursing homes, decubitus ulcers are generally considered preventable and are largely seen as evidence of some form of neglect. In Southern California, our attorney helps the elderly and their families recover damages for such injuries. If you or a loved one suffers from decubitus ulcers, contact us.

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