Orange County Physical Elder Abuse Lawyer
Elder abuse may come in many forms but none are more pressing than physical abuse. If you know that your elderly loved one is being intentionally and physically harmed by in-home caregiver, nursing home orderly, or even another elder at the facility, please contact the authorities right away. Your elder may be depending on you to help them escape the situation.
When they are safe, your next move should be to connect with an Orange County physical elder abuse attorney at Travis Siegel. Named as one of the Top 100 Trial Lawyers by The National Trial Lawyers, Travis Siegel has dedicated his legal practice to protecting the rights of abused elders by representing their best interests in and out of court. Get a free consultation with our law firm today to learn what sort of compensation may be owed to you and your elder.
Forms of Elder Physical Abuse & Compensation
Elders placed within a nursing home or under the constant watch of a caretaker deserve to feel safe and sound at all times. Any form of physical abuse brought against them is both completely unacceptable and illegal. Aggressive orderlies may try to blame frustrations or a lack of cooperation from an elder for their violent behavior, but these are nothing more than empty excuses. You should contact a dedicated elder abuse lawyer in Orange County, CA immediately if you suspect any of the following forms of physical abuse.
Forms of Elder Physical Abuse
Physical abuse against the elderly may be enacted by:
- Striking or punching an elder
- Using force to keep an elder in bed
- Pushing an elder down
- Throwing objects at an elder
Elders who experienced abuse, even slight abuse, had a 300% higher risk of death when compared to elder who had not suffered abuse.
Recoverable Compensation for Physical Elder Abuse
Compensation pursued by your Orange County physical elder abuse lawyer should help pay for:
- Complete cost paid for elder to stay at the nursing home
- Initial medical bills and ongoing rehabilitation
- Emotional trauma and grief
Signs of Physical Abuse Against Elders
An elder may be intimidated by their physical abuser and feel it impossible to speak up. In other cases, they may have a false belief that no one will take their claims seriously. For these reasons, it is truly crucial for friends and family members to pay close attention to their elderly loved ones under someone else’s charge. Spotting the signs of physical abuse, and then acting appropriately to help them, may be up to you.
Our FAQ
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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.
