Anaheim Elder Abuse Lawyer
Millions of Americans reside in nursing homes in the United States. When family members make the tough choice to place a loved one in a home or facility, they should be able to trust the employees to care for them. At Travis Siegel, our Anaheim elder abuse lawyer is here to hold elder abusers accountable. Abuse of the elderly in nursing homes is unacceptable. We stand ready to help you secure the compensation necessary if your loved one has become a victim. Call us today to explore your legal options during a free consultation.
Why Hire Travis Siegel for Your Elder Abuse Case?
Discovering that your loved one has been abused can be emotional. You need an elder abuse attorney you can trust professionally and personally. At Travis Siegel, we understand how to work with regulatory agencies in order to hold abusers accountable.
- Most firms practice in many areas of law, but we focus solely on cases of elder abuse and neglect.
- We have a proven track record of success and have recovered millions of dollars in settlements and verdicts in the last five years.
- We take all cases on a contingency fee arrangement. This means you will pay no legal fees until our Anaheim elder abuse lawyer recovers the compensation you deserve.
How Can an Anaheim Elder Abuse Attorney Help?
It is essential that a lawyer handle cases of elder abuse and neglect. Nursing home management and employees will try to cover up what happened, but a skilled attorney will understand how to uncover the truth. Your Anaheim elder abuse lawyer will:
- Secure all evidence necessary to prove the abuse, including medical records, video surveillance, and facility records.
- Work with expert medical providers to evaluate your loved one’s condition and testify on their behalf.
- Negotiation with all parties involved to come to an agreement for compensation or prepare the case for trial.
Types of Elder Abuse
Elder abuse is more common than most people realize, though how often it occurs has not been the subject of many studies in the US. Nursing home abuse happens in a variety of ways, and family and friends of residents need to be aware of:
- Physical abuse. This includes any physical harm intentionally inflicted on a resident, including punching, slapping, pulling, shoving, and more. It also includes the unnecessary use of physical restraints.
- Sexual abuse. Any sexual contact between an elderly resident and employees of a nursing home is sexual elder abuse.
- Neglect. When an elderly resident’s basic needs are not being met, including food, water, shelter, clothing, and necessary medical care, they have been a victim of nursing home neglect.
- Psychological and emotional abuse. Not all forms of abuse are physical. Nursing home employees can also isolate or intimidate residents.
- Financial abuse. If nursing home employees use their access to a resident’s financial and personal information for personal gain, that is a form of financial elder abuse.
Our FAQ
Have questions? We are here to help. Still have questions or can't find the answer you need? Give us a call at 562-414-5294 today!
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Choosing the right nursing home for your loved ones is a personal (and tough) decision. It is something you must decide on your own, or with the rest of your family. With that in mind, however, there are a few resources you can use to help with the decision.
The Health Facilities Consumer Information System provided by the state of California lets you search for different types of health facilities, including nursing homes. The Medicare website also provides a tool for finding nursing homes.
The Health Facilities Consumer Information System also lets you search for complaints against said facilities. You can use this tool to check on any homes you might be considering and see if complaints have been filed against them.
Remember, if you suspect any form of elderly abuse or negligence has occurred, trust your instincts and call us at Siegel Law. 562-414-5294
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Pressure sores, also called bed sores and pressure ulcers, are a common sign of nursing home abuse or neglect. They are caused by unrelieved pressure on the skin. Bed sores typically appear near areas where the bones are close to the skin: the hips, back, elbows, and ankles. When pressure sores first show up, they’re just skin irritation. With prompt treatment, they typically have no lasting effects. When not treated quickly, however, later stages can result in serious damage not only to the skin but also to muscle and bone.
The greatest tragedy of pressure sores is that they are relatively easy to prevent. Regular movement of a person restricted to a bed or wheelchair can help avoid pressure sores. Someone who must remain in bed should be moved about every two hours. The use of a pressure-reducing mattress can help. A proper diet, cleanliness, and daily exercise all help prevent pressure sores and eliminate the serious harm that can accompany them.
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The answer is no. Siegel Law takes all cases on a contingency fee basis, which means that our clients owe the firm nothing for expenses unless they are awarded a monetary settlement or we receive a favorable verdict at trial. All expenses will be deducted from the settlement or jury verdict. Not a dime will be taken out of your pocket.
