Anaheim Nursing Home Infection Attorney
If your loved one has developed an infection while residing in a nursing home, it could be due to neglectful care from the nursing home employees. The elderly deserve to be treated with dignity and respect, and the team at Travis Siegel is going to help investigate instances of neglect. Let our Anaheim nursing home infection attorneys work to determine what caused your loved one’s infection and secure the compensation they are entitled to. Start the process by contacting our firm today.
Let Travis Siegel Handle This For You
When you are trying to understand what happened to your loved one in a nursing home, you need to find an attorney dedicated to fighting elder abuse and neglect. At Travis Siegel, we believe that those who harm or abuse the elderly are worthy of our scorn and should pay for the hurt they cause.
- You will always deal directly with your nursing home infection attorney in Anaheim.
- We have a proven track record of success and have secured more than $5 million in settlements and verdicts in the last five years.
- You will pay no legal fees until we secure the compensation you deserve for your case.
Why Is An Attorney Necessary For These Cases?
Uncovering the exact cause of an infection can be complicated. It is essential that liability is proven so that your loved one is fairly compensated. These cases can become incredibly complicated and your Anaheim elder abuse lawyer will:
- Obtain your loved one’s medical records and have them reviewed by a trusted medical professional.
- Secure assistance from expert medical witness to testify on the cause of the infection.
- Negotiate with the defendant(s) to obtain a fair settlement on your loved one’s behalf.
What Causes Nursing Home Infections?
We know that there are around 1.5 million to 2 million residents in nursing homes. We also know that nursing home residents in the US experience around 2 million infections each year. For the elderly, infections are much more than just a nuisance – they can be deadly. Older people who contract an infection face an increased risk of extended hospital stays and death.
Some of the most common types of infections that happen in a nursing home include:
- Urinary tract infections
- Respiratory tract infections
- Group A strep
- Skin infections
In many cases, these infections occur because nursing home staff fail to follow proper infection protocols or neglect residents.
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.
