Miami Nursing Home Abuse Attorneys

Proven Miami Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers – The Senior Justice Difference

Nursing home abuse and neglect in Miami is inexcusable. Broken bones, bed sores, falls and neglect are uncalled for, regardless of the victim’s age or cognitive status.

Senior Justice Law Firm is a South Florida based law firm narrowly focused on nursing home abuse lawsuits. Many Miami personal injury law firms dabble in nursing home negligence cases. However, they are primarily car accident attorneys. At Senior Justice Law Firm, we do not take car wreck cases, worker’s compensation claims, or general personal injury cases. Our law firm focuses on this very specific sub-specialty of nursing home negligence.

We have extensive experience suing every major long-term care chain in Florida. Chances are, we’ve sued the nursing home corporation that negligently injured your loved one.

Most critically, we care. As nursing home abuse lawyers, we’ve dedicated our professional lives to this cause. Our attorneys understand the unique situation that you are going through, and we want to help.

Hire a Miami Nursing Home Abuse Attorney That Can Make a Difference

Although we sue the negligent nursing home for monetary damages, we understand that this is about much more than just money. Through our extensive experience in the nursing home liability field, our vast network of experts and consultants, and our personalized 1-on-1 client driven approach, we maximize our client’s case impact. Our glowing client reviews speak volumes about the good work we do on behalf of families touched by a nursing home tragedy.

Let our experienced and compassionate nursing home abuse attorneys help you get justice in your Miami nursing home abuse case. Call or chat with us today for your free, no-obligation Miami nursing home injury claim evaluation at 305-780-5166.

Our Miami nursing home abuse lawyers can help you and your family through this tragic chapter. As attorneys who limit our practice to these kinds of cases, we understand what you are going through. It is our firm mission to deliver justice for Florida’s seniors that were abused, neglected or wrongfully died inside South Florida long term care facilities.

Do not remain silent in the face of Miami nursing home neglect. Take action now. Call us today to see how we can help you achieve justice in your Miami nursing home abuse case.

Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Miami Nursing Home Abuse Lawsuits

How do I know if I have a Miami nursing home abuse lawsuit?

If your loved one suffered a serious injury, like broken bones, bed sores, significant weight loss or wrongful death, and the injury occurred under suspicious circumstances, you should speak with our Miami nursing home abuse attorneys to investigate.

How much does it cost to hire a Miami nursing home abuse lawyer?

At Senior Justice Law Firm, we charge no up front fees or costs. We only get paid if you win your case.

What are normal nursing home abuse settlements in Miami?

Average nursing home settlements in South Florida range from $50,000 to $250,000, but our attorneys have recovered well in excess of $1 million. It all depends on the case facts.

Who is the best nursing home abuse attorney in Miami?

There is no official ranking of nursing home litigators in Miami-Dade County. In order to find the right lawyer, find firms that focus on nursing home negligence cases. Ultimately, choose the attorney with whom you feel most comfortable.

What is the best skilled nursing facility in Miami? What is the worst nursing home in Miami?

Ratings of Miami’s nursing homes change constantly, because private equity groups and private investors are constantly buying and selling facilities. Quality changes quickly with a change in ownership. To view an objective rating of Miami’s nursing homes, use Medicare’s Care Compare tool.

Who can bring a claim for a deceased Miami nursing home resident?

Generally, adult children and surviving spouses are wrongful death survivors under Florida’s wrongful death act. However, if the family/survivors consent, other family members can be appointed as personal representative of the deceased patient’s estate.

How can I get appointed as the Personal Representative of my loved one’s estate?

Once you sign up with Senior Justice Law Firm, we give you names of probate attorneys that can assist you with this to make the process as easy as possible.

7 Examples of Nursing Home Negligence Lawsuits Filed in Miami-Dade County

Miami Springs Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Miami Springs Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit facility located at 201 Curtiss Parkway in Miami Springs, Florida. The legal business name of the facility is Fair Havens Opco, LLC.

Escanell, Maria M. vs. Miami Springs Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Case Details & Allegations: In June 2023, Omar Avila, acting as Power of Attorney for Maria M. Escanell, filed a nursing home negligence case against Miami Springs Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. The case’s complaint alleges that while Ms. Escanell was a resident of the facility, her daily needs as a resident were ignored and her care was substandard. Miami Springs Nursing and Rehabilitation center failed to perform fall risk assessments, maintain an appropriate care plan, and properly monitor Ms. Escanell. These failures allegedly led to Ms. Escanell suffering a preventable fall resulting in a left femur fracture and hospitalization.

Villa Maria Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Villa Maria Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, operated by Catholic Health Services, Inc., is located at 1050 NE 125^th Street in North Miami, Florida.

Brown, Darryl vs. Villa Maria Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Case Details & Allegations: Darryl Brown filed a nursing home neglect case against Villa Maria Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in March 2023. According to the case’s allegations, Mr. Brown suffered from the development of bed sores while a resident of Villa Maria. Bed sores, also known as decubitus ulcers or pressure ulcers, can be prevented from developing if nursing home staff follow the correct wound care prevention measures, such as turning a resident in bed every two hours.

Fountain Manor Health & Rehabilitation Center

Fountain Manor Health & Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit nursing facility located at 390 NE 135^th Street in North Miami, Florida. The facility’s legal business name is FMHR, LLC.

Blanco, Jesus E/O vs. Fountain Manor Health & Rehabilitation Center

Case Details & Allegations: Jesus L. Blanco, the son and personal representative of the estate of Jesus Blanco, filed a case against Fountain Manor Health & Rehabilitation Center in March 2023. The estate alleges that during Mr. Blanco’s stay at the facility, he received inadequate care leading to the development of infections including sepsis. As a result of these injuries, Mr. Blanco suffered an untimely death.

Pines Nursing Home

Pines Nursing Home is a for-profit nursing home located at 301 NE 141 Street in Miami, Florida. The facility’s legal business name is Pines Nursing Home 2015, LLC.

Noel, Felicie E/O vs. Pines Nursing Home

Case Details & Allegations: In July 2024, Marie Florence Fevry, the personal representative of the estate of Felicie Noel, filed a nursing home negligence lawsuit against Pines Nursing Home. The complaint alleges that Ms. Noel was hospitalized after experiencing aspiration from improper PEG tube (feeding tube) feedings at the facility. Once in the hospital, Ms. Noel was treated for aspiration pneumonia, but ultimately could not recover. Ms. Noel passed away at the hospital from sepsis and bacterial pneumonia.

Regents Park at Aventura

Regents Park at Aventura is a for-profit nursing facility located at 18905 NE 25^th Avenue in Aventura, Florida. The legal business name of the facility is Aventura Regents Opco, LLC.

Jacobs-Patrick, Claire E/O vs. Regents Park at Aventura

Case Details & Allegations: David Jacobs, the son and personal representative of the estate of Claire Jacobs-Patrick, filed a case against Regents Park at Aventura in April 2024. The estate alleges that Regents Park at Aventura failed to provide adequate and appropriate care and treatment for Ms. Jacobs-Patrick during her residency. As a result of the aforementioned lack of care, Ms. Jacobs-Patrick suffered from significant weight loss leading to malnutrition and the development of bed sores. These injuries resulted in Ms. Jacobs-Patrick’s untimely passing.

NSPIRE Healthcare Kendall

NSPIRE Healthcare Kendall can be found at 9400 SW 137^TH Avenue in Kendall, Florida. The facility’s legal business name is 9400 SW 137^th Avenue Operations, LLC. The facility is affiliated with Consulate Health Care.

Garcia, Vilma vs. NSPIRE Healthcare Kendall

Case Details & Allegations: Claudia Garcia, acting as Next Friend of Vilma Garcia, filed a nursing home negligence lawsuit against NSPIRE Healthcare Kendall in August 2021. The case’s complaint alleges that while Vilma Garcia was a patient at the facility, she suffered a preventable fall resulting in multiple fractures to her pubic bone.

Coral Reef Subacute Care Center, LLC.

Coral Reef Subacute Care Center, LLC., is a for-profit nursing facility located at 9869 SW 152nd Street in Miami, Florida.

Boyd, Betty E/O vs. Coral Reef Subacute Care Center, LLC.

Case Details & Allegations: In May 2023, Everett C. Best, the personal representative of the estate of Betty Boyd, filed a case against Coral Reef Subacute Care Center, LLC. The case alleges that while in the care of the facility, Ms. Boyd suffered the development of severe dehydration. Allegedly, staff at the facility failed to appropriately monitor Ms. Boyd’s deterioration and failed to make a timely transfer to a hospital for emergency services. As a result of these failures, Ms. Boyd died.

Florida Nursing Home Abuse was ‘Discovered’ in Miami-Dade County

Miami’s History of Nursing Home Abuse

The early 1980s were a tumultuous time for Miami. Amid a public relations nightmare, Miami was ground central for cocaine importation and resulting street crime. Sadly, Miami also experienced widespread and systemic nursing home neglect. Miami’s elderly were dying in record numbers as greedy facility owners put their profits ahead of resident safety. Miami’s nursing homes were packed with patients and chronically understaffed. At that time, there was little government oversight and it was difficult to hold Miami nursing home’s accountable for neglect in lawsuits, given the laws on the books at that time. As expected, Miami nursing home abuse was rampant.

The Miami Grand Jury Investigation that Exposed Systemic Nursing Home Abuse

A 1980 Miami-Dade County Grand Jury investigation into Miami nursing home abuse, spearheaded by State Attorney Janet Reno, concluded that:

1. Nursing home neglect was rampant in Miami;
2. The regulation, investigation and enforcement process was insufficient and not working;
3. The laws needed to be amended to add more ‘teeth’ to deter bad nursing home behavior.

The Grand Jury investigation made waves which eventually made ripples in Tallahassee. Florida lawmakers took note of Miami’s nursing home abuse problem and the Florida legislature was shocked to learn that sixty percent of Miami nursing homes provided “unacceptable or consistently very poor care” for residents. After recognizing that the existing laws did not adequately protect vulnerable residents, the Florida Legislature passed the “Nursing Home Residents Rights Act” in response to the Grand Jury’s findings. The Nursing Home Residents Rights Act was passed to empower nursing home abuse victims statewide to sue negligent nursing homes for elder abuse and neglect.

Miami Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect; A Continuing Problem Today

While nursing home regulation has certainly improved since the 1980s, Miami is still suffering from widespread elder neglect inside its long-term care facilities. In a cruel twist of irony, a recent Miami grand jury investigation conclude that Miami’s assisted living facilities are systemically neglectful of their residents. The Miami-Herald has run a three-part series on Miami’s nursing home abuse problem, titled “NEGLECTED TO DEATH.” In October 2022, the US Department of Justice formed a task force to monitor Miami elder abuse, neglect and exploitation because the problem had become pervasive throughout South Florida.

It appears, sadly, that history is repeating itself.

We Must Protect Miami’s Vulnerable Nursing Home Population from Abuse and Neglect

As one of Florida’s largest cities, Miami has a large senior population. Unfortunately, Miami’s elderly are sicker than most seniors nationwide. A recent 2016 study showed that Miami-Dade County’s older population (65 years of age or more) faced unprecedented health care challenges, including more acute illnesses and chronic diseases than the national average.

As of 2022, Miami-Dade County has made efforts to focus on its seniors, increasing budgetary funds to improve elderly Miamians’ quality of life. This will largely impact only those Miami residents outside of long-term care facilities though. Accordingly, Miami nursing home patients are left to be largely unassisted by this increase in spending.

It is the legal duty of the nursing home to provide appropriate staff levels to care for patients. Tragically, Miami’s nursing homes do not always meet the needs of this frail patient population. Failing to provide for resident needs is considered abuse and neglect.

How You Can Stop the Cycle of Nursing Home Abuse in Miami

If you witness Miami nursing home neglect, do not remain silent. It is estimated that only 1 in 5 instances of elder abuse in Miami-Dade County get reported. This lack of accountability allows those profiting off of elder abuse to continue avoiding responsibility.

A Miami nursing home negligence lawsuit ensures that the at-fault facility will be held accountable for the hurt that they’ve caused. If you or a loved one was wrongfully injured in a Miami area nursing home, contact our Miami nursing home abuse lawyers today for a free consultation.

Together We Can Stop Nursing Home Abuse in Miami and Hold Negligent Facilities Accountable

If you believe your loved one suffered abuse, neglect or wrongful injury inside a Miami-Dade nursing home, follow these 5 steps.

1. Call 911 if there is a medical emergency. Do not wait for the facility to call the ambulance.
2. Photograph your loved one’s injuries.
3. Report the abuse to DCF and to Miami-Dade County.
4. Inform the subsequent hospital or hospice doctors exactly what happened. Do not trust the facility to provide an accurate patient history.
5. Call Senior Justice Law Firm to investigate your potential Miami nursing home case.

Miami Nursing Home Facilities

The following facilities are in Miami-Dade County:

Miami Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers – Free Consultation

Suspect Miami nursing home abuse and neglect? Report the abuse or neglect immediately. If you do not report and investigate the incident, you are dooming the next patient to suffer the same fate.

Take a stand against nursing home negligence and contact the Miami nursing home lawyers at Senior Justice Law Firm.

Our skilled and compassionate legal team narrowly focuses on Florida nursing home abuse and neglect cases. We have successfully helped hundreds of families like yours across South Florida, grieving after a preventable tragedy occurs inside a skilled nursing facility.

Let our years of experience in this narrow sub-specialty guide you on your journey to justice. To learn more about your potential Miami nursing home abuse attorneys, schedule your free, no-obligation consultation today.

Call us now, toll-free, at 305-780-5166.