Cochran Firm Wisconsin Legal Blog

Nursing home abuse is unforgivable. And make no mistake about it, neglect in a nursing home is abuse and can be deadly. We entrust our loved ones in their most vulnerable state to the care of nursing homes because they need constant supervision and care, above and beyond what we can provide for them ourselves. When nursing homes fall down on the job, loved ones can die or suffer life-changing consequences from which they never fully recover.

Why nursing home abuse and neglect happen
There are many reasons why nursing home neglect and abuse occur. Not all of it is intentional, but that does not make it acceptable. When nursing homes are understaffed or staff members are overworked individual employees may not even be capable of providing adequate care. Nursing homes have a responsibility to maintain an adequate staff to resident ratio.

Inadequately trained or poorly skilled staff members can also be part of the problem. Nursing homes have the responsibility to properly screen, train, and supervise their staff.

What you should do if you suspect neglect or abuse
You must take action quickly. It can be a matter of life or death. Physical abuse poses obvious dangers, but even unintentional neglect can cause problems such as dehydration or accidents due to lack of supervision that can turn deadly fast.

If you suspect that your loved one is in an unsafe situation move them to another facility right away. Contact an experienced nursing home abuse attorney. You may be entitled to compensation. Taking legal action can also stop the abuse that other residents are living with and save lives.

To learn more please read our Nursing Home Neglect and Abuse page and contact the nursing home abuse lawyers at The Cochran Firm Wisconsin today.