tag:www.elderabuseblog.com,2010://3 2010-03-10T17:43:30Z Elder Abuse Blog - Elder Abuse Lawyers Movable Type 4.24-en tag:www.elderabuseblog.com,2010://3.12737 2010-03-10T17:39:44Z 2010-03-10T17:43:30Z

Barbara Fasold fell at the Ridgecrest Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and was left for 12 hours after fracturing both legs and her shoulder. It took a shift change at 5:00 pm before any staff discovered the 76 year old patient...

Michael Young www.ElderAbusePractice.com injured by the fall and died less than a week later at a nearby hospital. Unfortunately, as we age falls that produce injury are a reality. However being left on the floor in agonizing pain should not be. It is devastating to think that a 76 year old patient of a California Nursing Home would be left for the entire day with two broken legs and a broken shoulder until a shift change in the evening discovered her. Our California Nursing Home abuse attorneys can help. We are here to fight for victim's rights and get you the compensation you deserve if you or a loved one is injured at a nursing home. ]]> tag:www.elderabuseblog.com,2010://3.12229 2010-02-05T17:31:53Z 2010-02-05T17:34:08Z

Kern Valley Nursing Home was the scene of three unnecessary deaths as evidence leaked that the director of the program was using chemical restraints to subdue patients. According to the Attorney General the nursing home director gave patients "excessive amounts...

Michael Young www.ElderAbusePractice.com chemical restraints to subdue patients. According to the Attorney General the nursing home director gave patients "excessive amounts of medicine to keep them quiet." Gwen Hughes, the director of the California nursing home had been fired from a previous care facility for the same act out of Fresno. A preliminary hearing is set for March 9, 2010 where Hughes, nursing home administrator Pamela Ott and staff physician Hoshang Pormi r face up to 11 years in prison. Unfortunately, three people had to die before the world took notice of this tragedy. California nursing home abuse and neglect is too common. Especially when it involves chemical restraints or overdrugging - it is more difficult to detect and goes on for longer than it should. If you suspect nursing home abuse or neglect the first phone call you should make is to a dedicated nursing home abuse lawyer who can assist you to get the most fair settlement in your case. ]]> tag:www.elderabuseblog.com,2010://3.12145 2010-02-01T15:57:39Z 2010-02-01T15:59:48Z

An 89 year-old patient at the "Alzheimer's & Dementia Care Facility" in Castro Valley was killed after wandering out of the home and getting struck by a vehicle. The patient suffered from Alzheimer's and was likely placed in the home...

Michael Young www.ElderAbusePractice.com California nursing home abuse. All care facilities have a duty to provide their patients with a standard of care common to all other nursing homes. Failure to do this can result in a negligence lawsuit. Even worse, if the acts can be shown to be willful or intentional, the charges could be even more severe. If you suspect that you or someone you love has been the victim of nursing home abuse or neglect then the first thing that you should do is contact a qualified California nursing home abuse attorney. ]]> tag:www.elderabuseblog.com,2010://3.11967 2010-01-20T16:32:03Z 2010-01-20T16:34:36Z

A San Diego nursing home assistant is being charged with rape of an elderly patient. Felix Panem is being charged with elder abuse after an employee of the El Dorado Care Center saw him sexually assaulting a resident. Currently he...

Michael Young www.ElderAbusePractice.com elder abuse after an employee of the El Dorado Care Center saw him sexually assaulting a resident. Currently he is facing a 10 year prison sentence if convicted of the charges. Unfortunately, without the proper training and background checks employees of nursing homes can take advantage of the elderly patients that reside in their care. Instances of sexual and physical abuse are all too common. If you believe that you or a loved one has been the victim of California nursing home abuse or neglect, don't hesitate to contact our qualified attorneys today. ]]> tag:www.elderabuseblog.com,2010://3.11806 2010-01-11T16:54:43Z 2010-01-11T16:58:28Z

The story is devastating. Three people have died at the hands of one nursing home director who routinely over-drugged patients throughout her course of employment. According to reports she would "chemically restrain" patients with anti-psychotic drugs if they simply "glared"...

Michael Young www.ElderAbusePractice.com chemically restrain" patients with anti-psychotic drugs if they simply "glared" at her. The story was brought to light when Phyllis Peters could not wake her 97 year old mother at the Kern Valley Nursing Home. It was discovered that the amount of anti-psychotic drugs given to the patient were unwarranted. Other patients were given the same torture leaving them malnourished leading to three deaths. Unfortunately, the reality is that California Nursing Home Abuse occurs in every setting. Directors take advantage of their patients and must be held accountable. Here the district attorney has filed charges against the director, the administrator and the physician, but this is only the start. The FDA states that over-drugging leads to 15,000 deaths in nursing homes each year. With this tragic statistic, it is up to you to act fast. If you suspect nursing home abuse or neglect, contact one of our leading California nursing home abuse attorneys today. We offer a free consultation and will work hard to get you the best possible outcome in your case. ]]> tag:www.elderabuseblog.com,2010://3.11742 2010-01-08T00:55:29Z 2010-01-08T00:58:36Z

In Ventura County, a family was awarded $7.75 million for nursing home abuse that was caught on hidden video cameras. An employee is caught on tape slapping and abusing the nursing home resident who is a stroke victim. The family...

Michael Young www.ElderAbusePractice.com Nursing home abuse is all too common and with victims who suffer from strokes, they have no voice to speak out against it. If you suspect any form of nursing home abuse, it is important that you report it and have it investigated. Our nursing home abuse attorneys can help by investigating the abuse and the nursing home. We will also work to make sure that your family member is safe and that you are compensated for injuries and suffering. ]]> tag:www.elderabuseblog.com,2009://3.11555 2009-12-28T17:29:58Z 2009-12-28T17:45:01Z

A jury found in favor of a Ventura nursing home abuse victim in the amount of $7.75 million when the 71-year-old patient was seen with unexplained bruises. Maria Arellano, a non-verbal, stroke victim had her hair pulled, fingers bent and...

Michael Young www.ElderAbusePractice.com unexplained bruises. Maria Arellano, a non-verbal, stroke victim had her hair pulled, fingers bent and other atrocious acts committed against her which were all caught on tape when the family placed a hidden camera in her room. Unfortunately, this kind of elder abuse is all too frequent. Even if a nursing home receives a high rating, as here the Fillmore Convalescent Center previously received a five-star rating, it does not mean that they are immune from bad employees or mishandling patients. Remember to remain vigilant and if you suspect that you or your loved one has been the victim of California Nursing Home Abuse then you must call a qualified California elder abuse attorney immediately. ]]> tag:www.elderabuseblog.com,2009://3.11477 2009-12-23T14:40:18Z 2009-12-23T14:43:10Z

The California Senate Office of Oversight and Outcomes suggested, earlier this year, that an overhaul must take place in regard to the State Ombudsman program. Inadequate funding and a lack of direction have led to ineffectiveness. In addition, new conflicting...

Michael Young www.ElderAbusePractice.com State Ombudsman program. Inadequate funding and a lack of direction have led to ineffectiveness. In addition, new conflicting laws have severely restricted ombudsman ability to report abuse. The statistics show that a radical drop in the reporting of abuse or neglect to nursing home licensing agencies and Community Care Licensing. Many fear that more incidents of California Nursing home abuse and neglect are occurring but going unreported since there is nowhere for victims to turn. No matter what the circumstances of your California elder abuse case, it is vital to report it to a qualified nursing home abuse attorney. They will give the information to the appropriate authorities and make sure it is investigated thoroughly while working hard to get you the best possible outcome in your case. Contact one of our leading California nursing home abuse lawyers today.]]> tag:www.elderabuseblog.com,2009://3.11411 2009-12-21T14:08:11Z 2009-12-21T14:37:24Z

In the next 20 years, California's senior population will double according to the United States Census Bureau. Rising from 3.7 million to 6.4 million, nearly 43 percent of these seniors will reside in nursing homes. Failure to comply with state...

Michael Young www.ElderAbusePractice.com California nursing home abuse and given the large increase and demand over the next 2 decades it is imperative that we act now. A number of agencies, whether they are civil or criminal work together to ensure that California nursing homes meet state and federal standards, this however may not be enough. If you or a loved one has experienced nursing home abuse or neglect then the first phone call you must make is to a qualified California nursing home abuse attorney.]]> tag:www.elderabuseblog.com,2009://3.11271 2009-12-15T15:32:10Z 2009-12-15T15:35:36Z

A nursing home resident was strangled to death by her roommate and her son claims that the nursing home staff missed red flags. The district attorney on this case recently revealed that the victim had previously complained about her roommate...

Michael Young www.ElderAbusePractice.com elder abuse and neglect is still being investigated. Nursing home abuse throughout the United States is all too common these days as many red flags are being overlooked as nursing homes are understaffed or not properly trained. Losing a loved one to California nursing home abuse is emotionally difficult for anyone. While nothing can make up for losing a loved one, you can receive compensation for the nursing home abuse or neglect to pay for any financial burdens the death may have brought. You will want to contact a California nursing home abuse law firm for further help in pursuing a case against a nursing home and holding the guilty party responsible for their abuse or neglect.]]> tag:www.elderabuseblog.com,2009://3.11213 2009-12-13T20:22:27Z 2009-12-13T20:25:56Z

Nursing home abuse and fraud in California is a constantly growing problem. Los Angeles County is taking steps to further prevent fraud and nursing home abuse in the area. The Los Angeles County officials have made plans, which are being...

Michael Young www.ElderAbusePractice.com Nursing home abuse and fraud in California is a constantly growing problem. Los Angeles County is taking steps to further prevent fraud and nursing home abuse in the area. The Los Angeles County officials have made plans, which are being finalized, to hire and reassign 50 social workers and investigators who will spend time looking into fraud among those who care for elders and nursing home residents. By year's end, this strategy will need to be enforced as required by state lawmakers. In California and most other states, nursing home abuse is a growing concern and constant problem. Elders in nursing homes are physically, mentally, sexually and emotionally abused and neglected on a daily basis. It's crucial that laws protect the nursing home residents from abuse because many are trusting in the nursing homes to continue to care for their loved ones. With stricter checks on nursing home staffs, elders can be safe and healthy in all nursing home environments.]]> tag:www.elderabuseblog.com,2009://3.11032 2009-12-07T17:45:42Z 2009-12-07T18:13:06Z

Three California nursing home staff members plead not guilty last week in a Kern Valley Hospital case of forcibly drugging elderly residents. The criminal complaint states that the residents were given psychotropic drugs to calm patients down, which then caused...

Michael Young www.ElderAbusePractice.com Kern County Jail and charged with elder abuse and two of them with assault with a deadly weapon. California Nursing home abuse is a terrible crime that happens all too often. Many nursing home abuse situations can end in death, but also can result in injuries such as broken bones, physical trauma, wounds, bedsores and other internal injuries. It's important to be aware of various nursing home abuse signs and if you notice any then you should be in contact with a nursing home abuse law firm for help and support. ]]> tag:www.elderabuseblog.com,2009://3.10861 2009-12-01T06:11:27Z 2009-12-01T06:14:09Z

Nurses and health care providers who have abused drugs in the past will be facing tougher standards laid out by the State of California. In order to maintain their licenses, health care professionals, after treatment, will be required to pay...

Michael Young www.ElderAbusePractice.com State of California. In order to maintain their licenses, health care professionals, after treatment, will be required to pay for regular testing. After any negative tests, a nurse will be able to go back to work, but will also be required to take 104 drug tests. However, the first failure of a drug test will immediately suspend a nurse's license. All nurses who require enhanced supervision can be publically identified. In nursing homes, patients are trusting the staff with their health and well-being. Nurses are held to standards because they are providing a variety of important care to patients. Nurses who neglect their jobs by being on drugs may be more likely to abuse or neglect patients as a result. It's important that health care professionals are acting properly in their profession and held accountable for any negligence they exhibit.]]> tag:www.elderabuseblog.com,2009://3.10686 2009-11-24T17:54:10Z 2009-11-24T19:13:38Z

Valley Gardens Health Care, a for-profit nursing home, was caring for patient Robert Doscher when he fell and struck his head twice on the floor causing him to be in a comatose state and soon die. Valley Gardens knew that...

Michael Young www.ElderAbusePractice.com California Department of Health that Doscher was inadequately cared for by Valley Gardens. California Nursing home abuse cases can often result in death. Any number of accidents or injuries can occur in nursing homes including head trauma, broken bones, bedsores and other wounds. When the staff and nursing home neglect patients like Doscher, they should be held responsible for their lack of necessary care. ]]> tag:www.elderabuseblog.com,2009://3.10574 2009-11-20T18:28:24Z 2009-11-20T18:33:59Z

If you or a family member is planning on residential care in a nursing home or other care facility it is important to ensure that you utilize all available tools to help your decision. one of the most effective tools...

Michael Young www.ElderAbusePractice.com Medicare Nursing Home Compare. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) is a federal agency that oversees state and federal run programs, including nursing homes. There are strict standards that all long-term care facilities must abide with in order to receive state funds or remain accredited. Failure to comply with state and federal regulations can result in hefty fines and even closure of the facility. The Medicare site provides a comparison tool where you can review several different key factors about the nursing homes in your area. Putting an end to California Nursing Home Abuse is no easy task. There are many problems that are simply too large to overcome. However, as a consumer you can help. By researching the facilities prior to committing yourself or a family member to care, you can make informed decision. It is important to remember that nursing home abuse and neglect can happen even if you take all of the necessary precautions. if you or someone you loved has been involved in nursing home abuse or neglect contact one of our qualified California Elder Abuse Lawyers today. ]]>