Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect

Working to End Nursing Home Abuse in California

Our attorneys advise the families and friends of loved ones abused or neglected in California nursing homes. Hiepler & Hiepler understands that the decision to commit a loved one to long-term care facility is difficult in itself. You should not have to cope with the additional stress of wondering if they will receive the care they need.

Duty of Care to the Elderly

Nursing homes and long-term care facilities in California owe a duty of care to residents under the law. When the facility fails to meet that duty, they are liable for any injuries the resident has sustained. At Hiepler & Hiepler, we have the experience and the resources to establish when a breach of the legal duty of care has occurred, and to prove that it was the legal cause of the injuries involved.

Discovering Abuse

Despite their best efforts, many family members and friends may not realize that their loved ones are neglected or abused. While obvious signs of maltreatment include bedsores, dehydration, and malnutrition, friends and family members should be aware of mood changes, signs of depression, errant marks or scars, or other signs indicating that they are uncomfortable or unhappy.

As our population ages, we are seeing more instances of neglect or abuse in nursing homes, where seniors, sometimes unaware of their circumstances, can fall prey to mistreatment. It is incumbent on family members to observe such signs of neglect or abuse so that legal action may be taken.

If you suspect that a family member or loved one is a victim of nursing home abuse or neglect in California, Contact us. Our attorneys can help them achieve compensation for their injuries and restore their dignity.

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