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Fullerton Nursing Home Fall Injury Attorney

The elderly population faces an increased risk of fall injuries. If you have an elderly family member, in a nursing home or assisted living facility, you should be able to count on trained staff members to properly care for them. If your loved one has fallen and been injured in a facility, it may be due to abuse or neglect. At Travis Siegel, our qualified Fullerton nursing home fall injury attorneys are ready to help you through this.

Call today or contact us online to schedule a free consultation with our elder abuse lawyers in Orange County.

Why Is Travis Siegel The Firm You Need?

When you need help getting justice and compensation for your loved one, turn to a team that knows the ins and outs of state and federal laws designed to protect the elderly. Most firms focus on many practice areas, but we focus solely on fighting elder abuse.

We have years of experience litigating cases involving elder abuse and neglect.
Clients communicate directly with their Fullerton elder abuse attorney. We never put a case off onto a paralegal or junior associate.
Our team operates on a contingency fee arrangement. We insist that you pay nothing upfront for our services, and we do not accept payment unless we achieve a favorable outcome on your behalf.

Why Do You Need An Attorney For This?

When an elderly person falls and gets injured in a nursing home or assisted living facility, it could be just an accident. However, it could be due to neglect or abuse. If that is the case, the facility is not going to readily admit wrongdoing.

A skilled Fullerton nursing home fall injury lawyer will investigate what happened, obtain medical records, and work to uncover the truth of what happened. They will negotiate with all parties to secure the compensation your loved one needs.

Fall Incidents Can Lead To Serious Injuries

Falls are one of the most common causes of injuries in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. The National Council on Aging states that around 25% of all seniors will fall each year. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) states that elder Americans are at high risk of serious injuries from a fall and that those who fall are likely to fall again in the same year.

Falls are more serious, debilitating, and costly than they are for the rest of the population. They are more likely to result in broken bones, hospitalization, and extended rehabilitation because the human body loses bone and muscle tone when it ages.

The nursing home staff could be held liable if a resident falls and is injured. This could be the case if:

They fail to properly monitor at-risk residents.
They do not remove rugs and obstacles that make it difficult to maneuver around.
There is not enough lighting in areas where residents are.
There are not proper safety devices such as grab/handrails in appropriate areas.

In Fullerton, there are several facilities that care for the elderly, including:

Gordon Lane Care Center
Greenfield Care Center of Fullerton, LLC
Park Vista at Morningside
St. Elizabeth Healthcare Center
Terrace View Care Center
The Pavilion at Sunny Hills
Windsor Gardens Care Center of Fullerton

Let Us Help You Secure The Compensation You Need

If your loved one has fallen and been injured while staying in a nursing home or assisted living facility, you may need to seek legal assistance. At Travis Siegel, we are going to investigate what happened to determine whether or not abuse and neglect were involved. You may be entitled to:

Coverage for medical expenses related to the fall incident
Pain and suffering damages
Loss of enjoyment of life damages
Relocation expenses
Possible punitive damages against those responsible

When you need a Fullerton nursing home fall injury attorney, you can reach out to Travis Siegel at 562-414-5294 to discuss your senior’s legal rights and potential compensation.

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
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.
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.

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Decades of Experience

Travis Siegel has been protecting abused elders since 2007. He is well-versed in injury law and knows how to prepare an effective claim that maximizes a recovery.
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Having witnessed a personal family tragedy involving medical malpractice at a young age, Travis has dedicated his legal career to helping families seek justice.
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Travis Siegel has successfully recovered millions of dollars for his injured clients, including multi-million dollar recoveries in complex cases.
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Travis is known as an aggressive litigator who has the courtroom savvy and tenacity to take any claim to court if necessary. He stands by your side every step of the way, inside and outside of court.
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Travis Siegel has successfully recovered millions of dollars for his injured clients, including multi-million dollar recoveries in complex cases involving medical malpractice and elder abuse against large residential care facilities.