Brooklyn nursing home negligence lawyer Samantha Kucher releases a new blog post (https://www.rrklawgroup.com/how-to-prove-nursing-home-neglect-in-new-york/) that discusses the various types of nursing home neglect in New York City. According to the lawyer, many older adults require more assistance than their families can provide. Sometimes, nursing home care is necessary. However, nursing home neglect and abuse can occur in these care facilities.
"Just like nursing home abuse, nursing home neglect happens all too often in New York and other areas. While abuse involves violent acts perpetrated against a vulnerable elderly resident in a nursing home, neglect involves a failure to tend to the person's basic needs," says the Brooklyn nursing home negligence lawyer.
The lawyer mentions that neglect can sometimes be caused by nursing home staff shortages. Overworked or stressed employees can have the tendency to not take care of their residents more properly and thus end up neglecting them. Neglect can also be caused by staff not being properly trained to care for elderly frail residents.
Attorney Samantha Kucher says that there are many types of nursing home neglect. This includes neglect of emotional and social well-being. This is when an elderly resident is isolated or separated from their peers. Residents in nursing homes must be allowed to communicate with one another.
In the article, the lawyer mentions that victims of neglect may show certain signs. These signs include sudden changes in mood, unexplained lacerations or bruises, and marks on the wrists or ankles.
According to the personal injury lawyer, "Unfortunately, it's not enough to take the victim's word about nursing home neglect happening to them as many nursing home residents suffer from cognitive decline due to dementia or Alzheimer's. Even those who don't have those conditions may not have been lucid enough to be able to explain what happened. As a result, the nursing home abuse lawyer must prove that certain elements are in place in the case."
Lastly, the lawyer emphasizes that it is important to seek the help of an experienced nursing home negligence attorney. A skilled lawyer may be able to guide the victim in seeking compensation for their injuries and also help them understand their legal rights, responsibilities, and options.
About Kucher Law Group
The nursing home negligence attorneys at Kucher Law Group have dedicated their skills to helping victims of accidents caused by someone else’s negligence. Having the guidance of these nursing home negligence attorneys may be able to help someone understand their rights and may be able to help them receive appropriate compensation for their injuries. Call Kucher Law Group today to schedule a consultation.
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