Physical Restraints

Fullerton Elderly Physical Restraint Injury Attorney

When you make the difficult decision to put a loved one in a nursing home, you should never have to worry about them being abused in any way. Unfortunately, there are times when nursing home employees use excessive force or restraints on residents. If this has happened to your loved one, the Fullerton elderly physical restraint injury attorneys at Travis Siegel are ready to help. Contact us to let us investigate and secure the compensation your loved one deserves.

The Team At Travis Siegel Is Ready To Help

If your loved one has been abused or physically restrained, you can count on the team at Travis Siegel to take your case personally and handle it with compassion. Our Fullerton elder abuse lawyers are dedicated to one thing – helping victims of elder abuse.

Founder Travis Siegel worked as a defense attorney for nursing homes, doctors, and hospitals in medical malpractice and negligence cases, giving him insight into their tactics.
We focus exclusively on these types of cases, giving us a focused advantage to other firms in the area.
You will not pay any legal fees until we are successful with your case.

Why Is An Attorney Necessary For These Cases?

If your loved one has been physically restrained, an attorney is going to be necessary to prove exactly what happened and who is liable. A Fullerton elderly physical restraint injury attorney will work to uncover all evidence of abuse, including:

Your loved one’s medical records
Nursing home records and logs
Statements from nursing home staff

If necessary, your attorney will secure expert medical witnesses who can testify as to what your loved one has been through. A skilled Fullerton elderly physical restraint injury lawyer will negotiate a settlement for what has happened and prepare for trial if necessary.

Why Is Physical Restraint Used?

Most people do not think of restraints being necessary for the elderly. They are usually reserved for people under arrests or for those who want to harm themselves. Unfortunately, there are times when nursing home employees use them on residents unnecessarily. Nursing homes cannot use physical restraints just because they feel like it or they want a break.

In many cases, nursing home employees use the following excuses to justify physical restraint usage:

Prevent resident falls
Avoid interference with medical treatment
Manage staffing inadequacies (short staffing)
Contain and control patients whose memories are failing

The truth is that physical restraints are rarely justifiable, and they can cause serious harm to residents, including:

Muscular atrophy from lack of movement
Bruising
Broken bones
Bacterial infections
Bedsores
Psychological and behavioral implications
Social isolation
Pain and discomfort

Let Us Secure The Compensation Necessary

In Fullerton, there are various locations that should be protecting our elderly loved ones:

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

If your loved one has been physically restrained while staying at a nursing home or assisted living facility, they have likely been the victim of abuse. At Travis Siegel, we are going to investigate what happened and work to secure the compensation your loved one deserves. This includes:

Coverage for any medical expenses related to the restraint
Pain and suffering damages
Loss of enjoyment of life damages
Relocation expenses to transfer to a new facility
Punitive damages against the facility and staff

When you need a Fullerton physical restraint injury lawyer, please reach out to Travis Siegel at 562-414-5294 to discuss your senior’s legal rights and potential compensation. You may also contact us online.

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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Travis Siegel has been practicing law since 2002. 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 entire 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 Siegel has been protecting abused elders since 2002. He is well-versed in injury law and knows how to prepare an effective claim that maximizes recovery.
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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.