Fullerton Bed Sores Lawyer
If you have a loved one who is partially or fully bedridden, he or she has an increased risk of developing bedsores. Most caregivers should have the proper training to prevent bed sores. If your loved one has developed bed sores, pressure sores, or pressure ulcers while in a nursing home or assisted living facility, you may need to seek legal assistance from an experienced Fullerton bed sores lawyer. At Travis Siegel, our legal team is ready to help. Contact us today to schedule a free initial consultation.
Why Choose Travis Siegel to Handle Your Bed Sores Claim?
When you have a loved one who has suffered from the neglect that can cause these sores to develop, you need to secure an attorney you can trust. At Travis Siegel, we focus solely on fighting elder abuse.
- We have extensive experience litigating elder abuse and neglect cases. Our practice focuses exclusively on elder abuse and dependent adult abuse, giving us a focused advantage over other firms.
- We handle all cases personally and compassionately. All of our clients communicate directly with their Fullerton elder abuse lawyer, not a paralegal or junior associate.
- We take all cases on a contingency fee basis, meaning you will not pay anything upfront and will owe no legal fees until we secure the compensation you deserve.
How Can a Fullerton Bed Sores Attorney Help?
While it may seem like you can handle a case like this on your own, that is not always the case. When you report bed sores or pressure sores to a facility, they are not going to take any responsibility. These cases often require extensive investigation, especially if your loved one develops serious health complications.
Your attorney will need to obtain medical records, interview staff, and ensure your loved one receives the medical care they need. A skilled bed sores lawyer in Fullerton will not stop until your loved one is compensated for what happened.
What Causes Bed Sores & Pressure Ulcers?
Nursing home staff are trained to handle those at high risk of developing bedsores. The following conditions can contribute to these sores:
- Moisture: patients who sweat excessively, are incontinent, or are kept too warm have a high likelihood of developing bed sores.
- Nerve damage: if a patient is unable to experience sensations or feel pain in certain areas of their body, they may not experience discomfort associated with the development of the sore.
- Poor blood circulation: particularly those with diabetes, kidney disease, and heart conditions.
- Immobility: those who are paralyzed, either partially or completely, and cannot move have a much higher risk of developing bedsores.
- Poor nutrition: it is essential that nursing home residents receive proper nutrition to promote healthy skin and proper healing.
- Rubbing or friction: when a resident’s skin rubs against harder surfaces like wheelchair edges or even softer surfaces like a mattress, they can develop bed sores.
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.
