Discovering that a loved one has developed bedsores while under the care of a nursing home can be devastating. Also known as pressure sores or pressure ulcers, these painful wounds often indicate prolonged neglect. Families understandably want to know: How much is a bedsore lawsuit worth? While assigning a universal dollar amount to these cases...
83-Year-Old Memory Care Resident Found in a Walk-In Freezer in Florida Assisted Living
“How Could This Happen?” An 83-Year-Old Resident Was Found in a Walk-In Freezer.What Families Need to Know About Assisted Living Liability An assisted living facility exists to protect older adults, especially those living with dementia, from exactly the kinds of dangers they can no longer safely navigate on their own. That’s why the recent reports...
If an Assisted Living Facility Provides Bad Care to my Parent, Do I Still Need to Pay the Bill?
Can I avoid paying an ALF rent bill if they neglected and injured the resident?Quick Answer: Even if you received poor care, you probably still owe rent to the assisted living facility. However, it may be the resident, and not you, that owes the money. Further, if the bad care resulted in an injury at...
What Proof Do I Need to Sue an Assisted Living Facility for Neglect?
If you suspect an assisted living facility is neglecting a loved one, you should file a formal complaint. You might also consider taking legal action. However, it is crucial to understand what’s necessary to build a strong case before you file a lawsuit. Understandably, you might be searching for something like, What proof do I...
How to Report Negligence in an Assisted Living Facility?
Unfortunately, not all assisted living facilities provide the same level of care. Even facilities with excellent reviews can have problems with neglect and abuse. If you suspect an assisted living facility is mistreating your loved one, you have the right to report potential neglect and abuse. Understandably, you might have questions on how to report...
Sunrise of Jacksonville Lawsuits, Fines and Deficiencies
Sunrise of Jacksonville Background Sunrise of Jacksonville is a 100-bed assisted living facility located at 4870 Belfort Road, Jacksonville, FL 32256. The facility is managed by Sunrise Senior Living Management, Inc. There have been prior lawsuits against Sunrise of Jacksonville as well as inspection citations and deficiencies for violations in resident care. Lawsuits Against Sunrise...
$350,000 ALF Settlement: Unstageable Pressure Sore, Femur Fracture
Unstageable Bed Sore & Femoral Fracture in Assisted Living Facility – $350,000 Settlement Mandy D was an 85-year-old woman who was sent to Assisted Living Facility after being treated for general weakness and dehydration from independent living. The D family visited with Mandy D regularly and noticed significant changes in Mandy’s behavior – specifically a...
Arden Courts ProMedica Memory Care Winter Springs Lawsuits & Citations
Background Information on Arden Courts – A ProMedica Memory Care Community Winter Springs ProMedica Senior Care owns and operates many nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and memory care facilities across 26 states in the United States of America. Arden Courts – A ProMedica Memory Care Community (Winter Springs), also called Arden Courts of Winter Springs,...
$400,000 Assisted Living Facility Medication Mistake Wrongful Death Settlement
Assisted Living Medication Error Settlement of $400,000 for Wrongful Death The assisted living attorneys at Senior Justice Law Firm were able to secure a $400,000 settlement for the wrongful death of Elaine D., who passed away due to the assisted living center’s failure to provide prescription medication to Elaine. Below we share the case facts...
Can Assisted Living Kick My Parent Out?
Why is my Parent Getting Kicked out of their Assisted Living Facility? Surprised by a letter in the mail stating your parent has to move out of the assisted living facility in 30 or 45 days? Can a nursing home or assisted living facility kick you out like this? As unfair as it might seem,...
