CMS/Government Repeals Nursing Home Staffing Minimums: What It Means for Kentucky Families.

In February of 2026, the federal government finished tearing up a rule that was supposed to guarantee your mother, your father, or your grandparent had enough people in the building to take care of them. I want to explain what happened, because the nursing home industry is going to use this as a shield. They’re… read more

KENTUCKY NURSING HOME RATINGS AND INSPECTION REPORTS

Kentucky Nursing Home Ratings and Inspection Reports: A 2026 Guide for Families Kentucky nursing home ratings and inspection reports can be especially important because most families do not get months to choose a nursing home. Usually, a parent or spouse is about to leave the hospital, a discharge planner says a bed sore is open,… read more

Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect in Kentucky: Warning Signs Families Should Never Ignore

When a family places a loved one in a Kentucky nursing home, they expect that person to be treated with dignity, compassion, and appropriate care. Unfortunately, abuse and neglect can occur in long-term care facilities, and the warning signs are not always obvious. A sudden injury, unexplained weight loss, a pressure sore, or a dramatic… read more

Nursing Home Didn’t Notify Family? KY Law | Ross Mann Law

Keeping Families in the Dark: What Kentucky Nursing Homes Are Legally Required to Tell You You get the call from the hospital — not the nursing home. Your mother is in the emergency room with a broken hip. Or a raging infection. Or a bleed on her brain. And you’re standing in your kitchen asking… read more

What Are Some Examples of Patient Neglect in Nursing Homes?

Patient neglect in nursing homes is a serious and often underreported issue that can have devastating consequences for vulnerable residents. At its core, neglect occurs when a facility fails to provide the basic care and attention necessary to maintain a resident’s health, safety, and dignity. This failure may be intentional or unintentional, but the results… read more

Can You Put a Camera in a Nursing Home Room in Kentucky?

Many families worry about the safety of loved ones living in nursing homes. A common question is whether you can place a camera in a nursing home room in Kentucky to monitor care. Cameras may feel like a way to prevent abuse or neglect, but the rules are not always clear and can depend on… read more

Are Hospitals and Nursing Homes Responsible for Bedsores? 

Bedsores are among the most preventable injuries in medical settings. When a patient enters a Kentucky hospital or nursing home, one of the most basic expectations is that they will receive attentive, proper care. Yet thousands of vulnerable individuals suffer painful, dangerous bedsores each year. These injuries are caused by neglect, understaffing, or inadequate medical… read more

How to Heal a Bedsore

Bedsores, also known as pressure ulcers, are areas of damaged skin and tissues caused by sustained pressure. It’s a problem that occurs in people who have mobility issues. Not moving for prolonged periods cuts off blood flow, potentially leading to tissue death. This problem is often the result of medical malpractice and negligence on the… read more

Can I Sue a Nursing Home for Negligence in Kentucky? 

Discovering that a loved one has been mistreated or neglected inside a nursing home is heartbreaking. Families trust long-term care facilities to provide safety, dignity, and compassionate attention. When that trust is violated, you may wonder about the legal options available. In Kentucky, families can sue a nursing home for negligence when the facility fails… read more

What Are the 3 Most Common Complaints About Nursing Homes?

When it comes to placing a loved one in a nursing home, families expect high-quality care in a safe and comfortable environment. Unfortunately, many people face serious concerns about the care their loved ones receive, which is why nursing home abuse lawyers often play an essential role in protecting residents’ rights. Complaints about nursing homes… read more