If you or a loved one are a victim of nursing home abuse or neglect in Lexington, KY, our lawyers at Ross Mann Personal Injury Lawyers are here to help. An experienced Lexington nursing home abuse lawyer can help your family fight for compensation for medical bills, pain, trauma, and more.
Our attorneys have the legal experience and resources to recover full compensation for your losses. We’ve been helping clients like you for years and are prepared to pursue justice on your behalf.
Nursing home abuse is never acceptable. You trusted the facility to keep your loved one safe. Now, we’re prepared to help you hold them accountable for their failures. Contact our law offices in Lexington, Kentucky, at (859) 413-3900 to schedule a free consultation today.
How Can Ross Mann Personal Injury Lawyers Help With a Nursing Home Abuse Claim in Lexington, KY?
A nursing home is supposed to keep your loved one safe when they can no longer care for themselves. It’s devastating to learn that your loved one has actually been a victim of abuse or neglect.
Unfortunately, nursing home abuse can also be difficult to prove. Our Lexington personal injury attorneys at Ross Mann Personal Injury Lawyers can help your family establish your case and fight for full compensation.
You can count on us to advocate for you by:
- Taking immediate steps to stop the abuse
- Conducting a full investigation into the abuse
- Collecting evidence to prove liability
- Identifying all responsible parties
- Evaluating your losses and assessing your case value
- Demanding full compensation from all at-fault parties
- Handling the paperwork and communications
- Negotiating for the maximum compensation available
Assisted living facilities are rarely willing to admit that their residents have been abused or neglected. They’re also often owned by powerful corporations with deep pockets. Most victims have to fight to get fair compensation.
Our Lexington personal injury lawyers will handle that fight on your behalf. Contact us today to arrange a free case review to learn more about your rights.
We Handle All Types of Nursing Home Abuse Claims in Lexington
Nursing home abuse happens any time a caregiver harms a resident, and it can manifest in many different ways.
Our team at Ross Mann Personal Injury Lawyers handles all types of nursing home abuse cases, including those involving:
- Physical abuse in nursing homes, including kicking, hitting, shoving, improper use of restraints, etc.
- Emotional abuse, such as yelling, belittling, humiliation, or forced isolation
- Sexual abuse, including rape, unwanted sexual touching, or forcing a resident to view sexual activity
- Financial exploitation and abuse, including identity theft, stealing property, or coercing a resident to change a will or beneficiary designations
- Active or passive nursing home neglect, such as failing to provide proper nutrition, medical care, or assistance with basic living activities
Any type of nursing home abuse or neglect can be devastating for the victim. Our attorneys are prepared to advocate for your family. We can help you get the money you need to move your loved one to a safe facility and protect them going forward. Give us a call today to learn more.
What Are the Common Signs of Nursing Home Abuse?
Unfortunately, victims don’t always report abuse in a nursing facility. Many are simply too ashamed to admit they’ve been victims of abuse. Some nursing home residents suffer from memory-related conditions–so they might not remember whether they’ve told someone about the abuse.
That means it’s important to watch out for signs of abuse, which often include:
- Unexplained physical injuries, including bruising, fractures, concussions, and more
- Bedsores and pressure ulcers
- Unexplained weight loss, which can be symptomatic of dehydration or malnutrition
- Sudden illnesses or untreated diseases
- Changes in mood or emotional state
- Fear of speaking around nursing home caregivers
- Rocking, thumb-sucking, and other regressive behaviors
- Changes in hygiene
- Sexually transmitted diseases
- Depression or fear
- Agitation
- Changes in finances and financial stability
- Difficulty sitting or walking
- Marks around the wrists or ankles, which can signal inappropriate use of restraints
- Nursing home staff who refuses to leave you alone with your loved one
It’s important to take action if you suspect your loved one is being abused. You can report the abuse to your facility and to Kentucky state authorities.
What is My Lexington Nursing Home Abuse Case Worth?
The value of your nursing home abuse claim will depend on the unique facts and circumstances.
As our lawyers evaluate your case value, we’ll consider all relevant factors, including:
- The nature of any physical injuries your loved one has suffered
- Your family’s medical treatment costs
- Damage to your loved one’s quality of life and emotional well-being
- The nature of the at-fault party’s actions
- The duration of the abuse
- The cost of moving to a safe facility
- Any lost wages you have experienced while caring for your loved one
- The physical and mental trauma your loved one has experienced
- Expected future consequences and costs
Most personal injury claims are settled out of court. Before we sit down at the negotiating table, our lawyers will carefully evaluate your situation and ensure that all of your losses are accounted for in our compensation demand.
What Types of Damages Are Available to Victims of Nursing Home Abuse in Lexington, Kentucky?
Personal injury victims in Kentucky can seek compensation for all of their financial losses.
Examples of these economic damages include:
- Current medical treatment costs
- Future medical expenses
- Transferring to a new nursing facility
- Lost wages
- Physical therapy
- Rehabilitation
- Restitution in cases involving financial exploitation and abuse
Some losses can’t really be erased by money. The pain and trauma your family has experienced can be extensive. Still, money is often the only way to get a sense of justice–and protect your family’s financial future.
Our lawyers will also pursue compensation for these non-economic damages, such as:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Anxiety
- Depression
- PTSD
- Diminished quality of life
- Reduced life expectancy
- Chronic pain
- Physical disfigurement and scarring
Punitive damages may also be available in cases involving intentional abuse. Punitive damages are awarded in cases where the defendant’s conduct is deemed worthy of punishment.
How Much Does it Cost to Hire a Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer in Kentucky?
Like most personal injury law firms in Kentucky, our team at Ross Mann Personal Injury Lawyers works on a contingency fee basis. You only pay attorneys’ fees if we recover compensation in your case. When we do, we take a pre-agreed-upon percentage of your settlement or verdict.
Nursing Home Abuse Can Leave Victims Struggling With Painful Consequences
Our nursing home abuse attorneys in Lexington are prepared to fight for all of the physical and mental injuries your loved one has suffered, including:
- Broken bones and fractures
- Concussions and other fall-related injuries
- Dislocations
- Joint injuries
- Adverse drug interactions
- Soft tissue damage
- Infections and preventable diseases
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Head and neck injuries
- Internal injuries and organ damage
- Worsened medical conditions
- Wrongful death of a loved one
Of course, in addition to physical injuries, many victims of nursing home abuse suffer from severe mental health issues. Many victims become depressed or withdrawn and are simply less able to enjoy life.
Why Does Nursing Home Abuse Occur?
Nursing home abuse can occur for any number of reasons. When determining financial responsibility, it’s important to get to the root cause.
Common causes of nursing home abuse include:
- Failure to conduct proper background checks
- Understaffed nursing facilities
- Failure to properly train or supervise nursing home staff members
- Medical malpractice
The nursing home itself is responsible for providing safe conditions and taking reasonable steps to keep residents safe. When they fail, they can ultimately be held liable for their own negligence.
Who Can Be Liable for Nursing Home Abuse in Kentucky?
All parties who owe your loved one a legal duty of care can be held financially responsible for the abuse.
That includes:
- Corporations that own nursing homes
- Nursing home staff
- Nursing home administration
- Certified nursing aides (CNAs)
- Physicians and nurses
- Government agencies responsible for oversight
Employers in Kentucky can be held liable for the acts of their employees. Often, nursing home abuse occurs because of a failure to properly supervise or screen nursing home employees.
How Long Do I Have to File a Lawsuit Based on Nursing Home Abuse in Kentucky?
The statute of limitations for Kentucky personal injury cases is typically one year. That means you have one year from the date of an injury to take legal action. Wait longer, and you lose your right to damages.
Nursing home abuse cases are often different, so your family could have more time to file a lawsuit. That’s especially true if your loved one was unable to report the abuse. Contact our law firm today to learn more about the deadline in your case.
Contact an Experienced Lexington Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer for a Free Consultation Today
Nursing home abuse and neglect is never acceptable. Contact our Lexington nursing home abuse attorneys if you even suspect your loved one has been a victim of abuse. Our team at Ross Mann Personal Injury Lawyers is always prepared to discuss your case.