Bed Sores / Pressure Sores / Pressure Ulcers / Decubitus Ulcers
Bed sores (also known as pressure sores, pressure ulcers, or decubitus ulcers) are caused by unrelieved pressure on bony prominences of the body. Over time, the unrelieved pressure restricts necessary blood circulation to the skin and tissue resulting in the death of the tissue and the surrounding muscle. What may begin as a small area of skin irritation can rapidly… more »
Medication Errors
In the United States, 1.5 million preventable adverse drug events occur every year —many of which result in permanent injury or death. Studies have demonstrated that the majority of medication errors are the result of errors made during by nurses or physicians related at the administration of medication. The National Coordinating Council for Medication Error Reporting and Prevention (NCC… more »
Wandering
Wandering (also referred to elopement) refers to a cognitively impaired person moving about a nursing home or long-term care facility without appreciation for where they are going. In some cases of patients suffering from Alzheimer’s or dementia, they may attempt to leave the facility. A nursing home resident’s propensity to wander / elope should be identified in an initial… more »
Falls
More than 1,800 people die each year in nursing home falls. All health care professionals in the nursing home setting must work together to help encourage nursing home safety. Nursing homes are required to conduct a fall-risk assessment for every resident to determine who may be at risk for falls. The fall-risk assessment is particularly to preventing falls because… more »
Wrongful Death
What Is A Wrongful Death Case? “Wrongful death” is a term that commonly applies to a lawsuit brought against a nursing home by the family of a deceased person related to the facilities negligence. In a wrongful death lawsuit, the victim’s survivors are entitled to monetary damages as a result of the improper conduct. A wrongful death claim generally consists… more »
Physical Abuse
Sadly, physical abuse is a major problem in our nations nursing homes. An estimated 5% of our nations seniors have been victims of physical abuse at some point during their so called ‘golden years’. Some experts believe physical abuse is even more common in institutional settings such as nursing homes, assisted living facilities and hospitals- yet many cases remain… more »
Sexual Abuse
Perhaps the most unspeakable act that occurs in nursing homes, hospitals and other long-term care facilities involves the sexual abuse of patients. The sad fact is that every patient— young, old, male, female, disabled or able-bodied can be a victim of unwanted sexual contact—regardless of the facilities reputation. Due to the fact that many people in nursing homes, hospital… more »
Neglect & Liability
Caring for nursing home patients is hard work! Caregivers must be dedicated to invest the necessary time and effort to assure the medical, personal and psychological needs of their patients are met. When caregivers fail to provide necessary care, the patient begins to suffer. Compared with an affirmative act in nursing home abuse or nursing home negligence cases, nursing… more »
Nursing Home FAQ
What are the rights of nursing home patients under federal law? Although many nursing home patients frequently feel trapped within the situation they are currently in, nursing home patients actually have many rights granted to them under federal law. Federal law empowers nursing home patients to make decisions with respect to their medical treatment and personal care. Federal law guarantees… more »
About Jonathan Rosenfeld
Jonathan Rosenfeld is a lawyer who represents people injured in nursing homes and long-term care facilities. Jonathan has represented victims of nursing home abuse and neglect throughout Illinois and across the country. Jonathan’s reputation as an aggressive advocate for the…
