Nursing home abuse is a deeply troubling issue that can have severe physical, emotional, and financial consequences for victims and their families. Residents in nursing homes rely on caregivers for their safety, well-being, and daily care. Unfortunately, some facilities fail to meet these responsibilities, resulting in neglect or abuse. In some cases, the neglect may involve dangerous conditions in the facility, raising questions of premises liability. For example, unsafe walkways, inadequate lighting, or faulty equipment can lead to accidents, further endangering vulnerable residents.

If abuse or neglect results in the wrongful death of a loved one, the family may have grounds to pursue a legal claim. Wrongful death cases are particularly devastating as they involve the preventable loss of life, often due to the facility's negligence or misconduct. Families facing this kind of tragedy need strong legal support to navigate the complex legal process, gather evidence, and hold the responsible parties accountable. This legal recourse can provide a sense of justice and potentially lead to changes that prevent future incidents in the facility.

Inadequate training or poor hiring practices can also result in staff members who are not equipped to provide the necessary care, leading to neglect or even instances of sexual assault. When nursing homes employ unqualified or untrained staff, residents may be left in the hands of individuals who do not understand their needs or how to handle emergencies. This lack of proper care can have dire consequences, from missed medications to outright abuse. Identifying and proving these instances requires thorough investigation and legal expertise, emphasizing the importance of having experienced legal counsel.

Insurance companies representing the nursing home may attempt to dispute claims or offer low settlements, making it crucial to have legal representation. They often use tactics to minimize their liability, which can leave families struggling to cover medical costs, additional care, and other expenses. An attorney with experience in nursing home abuse cases can challenge these tactics, ensuring that victims receive fair compensation for their suffering and losses. By taking legal action, families can not only seek justice for their loved ones but also drive changes that protect future

About 1 in every 10 elderly people living in a U.S. nursing home has been or will be the target of neglect or abuse while residing in that facility. What may be just as tragic as this are the facts that:

• People with mental and physical health problems are far more likely to be the targets of nursing home abuse and neglect.
• This abuse or neglect can come at the hands of nursing home staff, other residents or even other family members.
• The impacts of such abuse or neglect can be profound, affecting elderly loved ones on a physical and psychological level.

At Bell & Pollock, P.C., our Denver nursing home abuse attorneys are proud to help people fight back after they have been victimized by nursing home abuse or neglect. Known for standing up to injustice and being effective champions for the people, our lawyers will work tenaciously to help the victims of nursing home abuse:

• Hold their abusers accountable
• Obtain the justice and compensation they deserve
• Reclaim their lives so they can move on to a brighter future.

Nursing home residents may have been the targets of abuse or neglect when the following warning signs are present:

• Bedsores
• Dehydration and/or malnutrition
• Unexplained injuries, such as bruising, lacerations and/or broken bones
• Unexplained emotional withdrawal
• Increased anxiety or nervousness around specific staff or residents
• Sudden, unexplained weight loss.