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The elderly population constitutes over 13 % of the national population, and their numbers are growing every year as improved medical care leads to longer lives.
With more and more elderly individuals in nursing homes, there has been an unfortunate rise in the number of cases of nursing home abuse. California is no exception. Elderly nursing home residents may fall prey to a number of abusive situations, including sexual, physical, financial or emotional abuse, even though federal laws, Medicare and Medicaid, and California state regulations protect them.
If you suspect abuse in a California nursing home, including neglect or financial exploitation, it is imperative that you contact an experienced California nursing home abuse lawyer immediately.
At Catalano & Catalano we represent clients throughout California who have suffered injuries or the death of loved ones due to nursing home abuse. We offer experienced and knowledgeable legal guidance in a professional atmosphere.
The safety and health of one’s elders is a vital issue, and Catalano & Catalano is committed to prosecuting those who do not give seniors proper care. Our attorneys will help you navigate the legal system; including filing a lawsuit that seeks compensation for injuries and other damages.
We fight to get clients compensation for a wide range of failures in eldercare, including:
If you are placing an elderly relative in long-term care, it’s important to know what paperwork is being signed. Unfortunately, some homes try to make elderly residents sign away their rights to litigation, instead tying them into binding arbitration that does not sufficiently protect their rights. In addition, some facilities try to obtain a power of attorney from their residents, placing residents at financial risk.
If you’re uncertain about the paperwork you’re being given by a potential nursing home, don’t sign it. Instead, bring it to Catalano & Catalano for review.
If you have any legal questions regarding financial loss, injury or death related to nursing home abuse, contact Catalano & Catalano today for a free consultation. We are truly committed to achieving fair and just results. Our experience will prove beneficial in valuing your case, assisting in determining if any settlement offers are fair, or deciding whether you should proceed to trial. |
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Nursing Home Abuse