Category Archives: Nursing Home Neglect
The Most Important Elder Law Issues Facing Pennsylvania Seniors Today
As some of the most vulnerable members of society, seniors in Pennsylvania face dangers from a number of different sources. Whether you have an elderly family member living in a nursing home or you’re aging in place, sometimes it seems like everyone is out to get you. But what are some of the most… Read More »
COVID Outbreak In Pennsylvania Nursing Home
The COVID pandemic has been affecting the lives of Americans for more than two years now. Many people have gotten seriously ill and even died from the coronavirus. While the disease has quieted down in recent months, many people are still testing positive. Nursing homes have been especially hit hard. A Pennsylvania nursing home… Read More »
How To Gather Evidence Of Elder Abuse In Pennsylvania
If you suspect that your elder relative is being abused at a nursing home or a long-term care facility in Pennsylvania, it can be difficult to plan out your next move. The sheer indignity of this offense can cause you to act irrationally, and you may be focused on confronting those responsible. While these… Read More »
Learn the Warning Signs of Nursing Home Neglect in Northeastern Pennsylvania
Learning to identify the warning signs of nursing home neglect can help keep your family members safe if they need to be transferred to a facility at some point. There are thousands of nursing homes across the country. While some may provide optimal care, may others have numerous cases of neglect and abuse. Regularly… Read More »
Can You Sue a Nursing Home for Coronavirus (COVID-19)?
The coronavirus outbreak at multiple nursing homes across the United States is highlighting the need for facilities to adopt serious precautionary measures to avoid the loss of life and minimize exposure to the virus. After all, older adults are the most vulnerable to COVID-19. According to the Centers for Disease and Control, the rate… Read More »
Pennsylvania Nursing Home Neglect
Elderly people are often at the mercy of whomever is helping to take care of them as they age, whether that is family or nursing home staff. However, this does mean that when caregivers are negligent, it is arguably more severe than it would be if their negligence was affecting someone not dependent on… Read More »
