Tampa Nursing Home Abuse Attorney
Legal Representation in Cases of Elder Abuse
When a nursing home is entrusted with the care of an elder family member, it is expected that they will ensure the elder's safety and well-being. It can be extremely traumatic to discover a nursing home has been negligent in their duties. Indicators of nursing home abuse include:
- Bed sores
- Broken bones
- Cuts
- Malnutrition
- Dehydration
- Poor hygiene
- Dental problems
The Nursing Home Reform Acts established patient rights for nursing home residents, including the right to be fully informed and make independent choices, the right to privacy and confidentially, the right to dignity, respect and freedom, the right to security of possession and the right to complain without fear of reprisals.
If a loved one has been the victim of nursing home abuse, contact a Tampa personal injury attorney from The Florida Law Group for valuable advice regarding your legal options. We will investigate the situation and take whatever legal steps are necessary to end the abuse. Our firm will also pursue
compensation for damages, including medical treatment, pain, suffering and emotional distress.
Justice for Victims of Nursing Home Abuse in Tampa
National legislation exists that defines and protects the rights of nursing home residents. These laws were enacted to prevent the abuse of seniors, such as physical abuse, mental abuse, emotional abuse, sexual abuse and financial abuse. When an elder's rights have been violated at a nursing home, you can take action to prevent further maltreatment and hold the parties responsible for the abuse accountable for their misdeeds. Attorneys at our firm can explain the statutes pertaining to nursing home abuse, and be counted on for tough advocacy when seeking injury compensation.
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Contact a Tampa nursing home abuse lawyer from our firm if an elder has been mistreated at a nursing home to find out the laws pertaining to elder abuse and to file a claim for damages.