Nursing Home News & Legal Updates

Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA) in nursing homes can be a life-threatening infection, especially for elderly individuals who have compromised immune systems. Healthcare facilities have a responsibility to implement proper infection control practices and protect vulnerable individuals from deadly diseases. If your loved one contracted MRSA in a nursing home or other healthcare facility, you can…

Alzheimer’s and other dementias can be a devastating diagnosis for a family, as they typically require skilled nursing care. However, Alzheimer’s patients are at increased risk of abuse in nursing facilities due to their cognitive impairments. If your loved one has been mistreated by nursing home staff, you have the right to seek compensation through…

Pelvic injuries in the elderly cause a threefold increase in mortality rates, making them an extremely dangerous injury [1]. The pelvis protects the internal organs, including the reproductive organs, so fractures can lead to long-term complications like sexual dysfunction and chronic pain [2]. Unfortunately, pelvic fractures are common in the elderly and may be the…

Choosing a nursing home should mean ensuring a loved one receives proper care. Unfortunately, some Wyoming nursing homes fail to meet basic standards, putting residents at risk for neglect and poor treatment. At Nursing Home Law Center, we are committed to holding negligent facilities accountable and helping families seek justice for loved ones harmed by…

Choosing a nursing home for a loved one should mean ensuring they receive proper medical care. Unfortunately, some West Virginia nursing homes fail to meet health and safety standards, putting nursing home residents at risk for serious medical conditions, neglect, and abuse. At Nursing Home Law Center, we are committed to protecting victims of nursing…

Choosing a nursing home should mean ensuring a safe, caring environment for your loved one. Unfortunately, some facilities in Washington State fail to meet even basic standards, leading to inadequate supervision, neglect, and serious deficiencies in medical care. At Nursing Home Law Center, we are committed to holding facilities accountable for their failure to provide…

Families trust nursing homes to care for their loved ones, but some Virginia facilities fail to meet even the basic standards of resident care. CMS data and state agencies report serious issues in some facilities, including neglect, unsafe conditions, and safety violations. If your loved one has suffered in a long-term care facility, legal action…

Finding quality care in Vermont nursing homes can be challenging. Reports from state officials and CMS data highlight concerns about poor care, neglect, and serious health risks in some facilities. The nursing home abuse attorneys at Nursing Home Law Center are committed to holding negligent facilities accountable and helping families seek justice for their loved…

Finding a safe nursing home in Utah can be challenging, especially with reports of poor care, neglect, and elder abuse at certain facilities. Inspection reports have identified troubled nursing homes with a persistent record of violations. At Nursing Home Law Center, our experienced nursing home abuse lawyers help families hold negligent facilities accountable and recover…

Choosing a nursing home for a loved one can be a difficult decision, especially as some Texas nursing homes have a history of neglect, poor staffing, and repeated deficiencies cited in health inspections. At Nursing Home Law Center, we are committed to protecting residents and ensuring negligent facilities are held accountable. How Nursing Homes Are…