Nursing homes and group homes are meant to provide safe and compassionate care for elderly individuals and those with physical or mental disabilities. However, when neglect, abuse, or inadequate supervision occurs, residents can suffer serious harm, illness, or even wrongful death. If you suspect a loved one has been mistreated in a nursing home or group home, you may have legal grounds to pursue justice.

What Constitutes Nursing Home & Group Home Negligence?

Negligence in care facilities occurs when staff fail to meet the accepted standard of care, leading to harm. Common examples include:

Physical Abuse, Unnecessary Restraints, and Failure to Adequately Supervise Patients Who Are Fall Risks: Residents may experience physical mistreatment at the hands of caregivers or staff.  Examples include hitting, pushing, rough-handling, improper use of restraints.  Victims and families can file lawsuits against care providers or facility administrators.

Medical Negligence and Medication Errors: Residents often rely on staff for medication and medical care. Errors can be life-threatening.  Examples include giving the wrong medication, overdosing, or failure to provide necessary, critical treatment.  Facilities can be held accountable for medical malpractice.

Neglect and Lack of Supervision: Failure to provide proper care can lead to serious injuries or worsening medical conditions.  Consequences can include malnutrition, dehydration, bedsores, untreated infections, and wandering/elopement.  Families may file claims for damages for negligence and/or failure to provide adequate care or supervision.

Emotional and Psychological Abuse: Verbal abuse, intimidation, and isolation can cause significant emotional distress.  Examples include a pattern of threatening language, humiliation, or intentionally preventing social interaction.  Lawsuits can be filed for intentional mental and emotional harm caused by such actions.

Sexual Abuse and Assault: Vulnerable residents may be victims of sexual misconduct by caregivers or other residents.  Examples include unwanted touching or assault by staff or fellow residents.  A civil action for damages may be pursued against the facility management, as well as a criminal case against the perpetrators.

Who Can Be Held Liable?

✔ Nursing home and group home administrators
✔ Caregivers, staff, and medical personnel
✔ Facility owners
✔ Third-party contractors responsible for care

What Compensation Can You Seek?

Victims of nursing home or group home negligence may be entitled to:
✅ Medical costs for injuries and treatment
✅ Damages for pain, suffering, and emotional distress
✅ Wrongful death damages in fatal cases