Nursing Home Malpractice
Minnesota Nursing Home Lawyer & Attorney
Nursing homes across Minnesota are filling up, especially with the aging population. However, this does not excuse the poor nursing home conditions and medical malpractice that occurs on a daily basis. Nursing homes are understaffed, workers are overworked and equipment is underfunded – however, why should your loved one suffer because of this? If you or your loved one has suffered due to nursing home malpractice then contact our Southern Minnesota nursing home abuse attorneys to discuss how we can help. We will work to ensure your loved one is financially compensated for this abuse and receives the legal justice they deserve.
Nursing Home Lawsuits
Our firm handles all aspects of nursing home abuse including the following:
- Nursing Home Medical Malpractice – improper medical care, poor use of equipment, overlooking medical needs, improper use of medication, etc.
- Nursing Home Neglect – lack of nutritional concerns, dehydration cases, poor hygienic cleanliness, improper heating and cooling system, lack of adequate medical staff, low safety standards, etc.
- Nursing Home Abuse – physical, verbal, emotional and sexual abuse cases
Our lawyers will fight for you and your loved one to make sure this malpractice stops immediately. We will ensure that the nursing home facility is reported to Health and Safety and that the staff is punished for their inexcusable behavior. Furthermore, we will ensure that your loved one is compensated for the emotional and physical pain.
Know your Rights
Nursing home malpractice often occurs when the Nursing Home Rights are violated. If any of these rights have been violated, contact our nursing home malpractice attorneys right away – your loved one deserves better.
- The right to be informed about policies, services and charges
- The right to choose your doctor and know about the medical conditions and treatment options
- The right to visitors and to participate in social and religious activities
- The right to voice complaints without fear of retaliation
- The right to be free from abuse and restraints
- The right to privacy, dignity, confidentially and respect
- The right to manage your personal finances
Signs of Nursing Home Malpractice
In many instances your loved one will not openly tell you about the malpractice, abuse or neglect experienced. They may feel ashamed or guilty or they may feel like a burden. They might not realize that this treatment is unacceptable or they might be too scared to speak up. It is important to be on the lookout for any signs that something is not quite right including:
- Unexplained bruises, welts, bedsores
- Change in personality
- Anger or fear towards the staff
- Dirty sheets, clothing and other signs of lack of cleanliness
Southern Minnesota Injury Lawyer
If you or a loved one has suffered from nursing home malpractice, abuse or neglect, you will need the experience and aggressive representation of our lawyers. Our law firm has represented thousands of individuals who have been harmed in some way due to the negligence of someone else. You should not have to pay the financial consequences for someone else’s negligence.
Call Frentz and Frentz at 507-345-4505 or call toll free at 1-800-450-4505 for your free consultation. You want to have experience on your side so that you can receive the compensation you deserve. We don’t get paid unless you get paid.