Nursing homes are where one sends elderly members of their families who, as a result of significant age or due to physical or mental incapacity, are no longer able to adequately care for themselves. The sad reality is that the elderly can be the targets of abuse and even malpractice. There are several different types of abuse that can occur. Abuse can take the shape of sexual, emotional or financial abuse. (https://www.nursinghomeabusecenter.com/nursing-home-abuse/) Here are some statistics to consider: Each year, approximately 5 to 10 percent of elderly citizens were abused in some form. Financial exploitation is common- for every 40 or so senior citizens per 1000. Approximately 90 percent of elder abuse comes from relatives of the elders. (https://www.nursinghomeabusecenter.com/nursing-home-abuse/). There are some telltale signs that nursing home abuse and/or malpractice is occurring. For example, an elder might begin to conflict with nursing home staff or managers, experience changes in behavior, or begin to show signs of injuries that were not present before.( https://www.tingeylawfirm.com/las-vegas-nursing-home-negligence-attorney/() If any elders who you know have been mistreated by their nursing home, Stovall & Associates' team of experienced attorneys will do their best to ensure that you get the best possible settlement for your case.
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