A 40-year-old Colorado man has been arrested and sentenced to prison for elder abuse after he attacked and robbed an elder man at a movie theater restroom.

According to The Denver Channel, 81-year-old Arthur Maes was using the urinal in the restroom of a movie theater when he was attacked from behind by Jeffrey Sang Knouse. Knouse shoved Maes, who was using a cane for balance, knocking him to the ground and proceeded to grab the elderly man's wallet before running out of the building.

A surveillance tape of Knouse using the elderly man's credit card minutes after the attack was publicized and eventually led to an anonymous tip which helped in the arrested of Knouse. Once questioned by police officials, Knouse stated that the arrest was a relief as he was afraid of going to the movies or going out with his wife.

Contact our California Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers if you know someone who's been a victim of elder abuse. Our attorneys have handled all types of elder abuse cases; we want to make sure that the caregiver or nursing home facility is held accountable and that the victim is compensated. Call us today at 888-444-7210 or fill out our FREE nursing home elder abuse case evaluation form.

Posted by Thomas Wallin at 10:03 AM | Permalink

A leading problem for nursing homes across the state and ultimately the nation is understaffing. Recently the Skilled Healthcare Group received a $677 million verdict against them when they were accused of understaffing. According to the record, the nursing home violated state requirements of keeping a minimum number of nurses on staff. Understaffing can be a clear cause of nursing home abuse. California nursing homes are required to keep a minimum number of nurses on staff in order to ensure that residents are properly cared for and attended to. It is important to contact a California elder abuse attorney if you believe that the nursing home you or your loved one is at is understaffed.

Posted by Michael Young at 3:42 PM | Permalink

The Kindred Healthcare Center of Orange was sued for negligence when the bed alarms placed for a patient's security after a fall were frequently not turned on. The bed alarms were installed to notify the staff when the patient got out bed without assistance so that he would be at less of a risk to have a subsequent fall. Floor mats which were also placed around the bed for the patient's protection were removed after only one week. On July 14, 2009, a nursing assistant found the patient after a fall and was unable to determine how long the patient had been there. Ultimately Kindred was fined $85,000.00 and issued a citation. If you or a loved one has been the victim of nursing home abuse in California call our team of qualified nursing home abuse attorneys. Nursing home abuse takes a number of different forms. Elder abuse may be in the form of neglect or intentional emotional and physical abuse. If you suspect California nursing home abuse the first call you should make is to a lawyer who can assist you with your case.

Posted by Michael Young at 8:05 AM | Permalink

The California Department of Public Health found that the Homewood Care Center in San Jose was negligent when an elderly patient who had been suffering from Alzheimer's died. The Department of Public Health issued a AA citation and fined the facility $80,000. The patient was being fed by a certified nursing assistant when he began to show signs of distress and inability to swallow. No paramedics were called until 20 minutes later as the patient writhed in discomfort. Once the paramedics arrived the patient was pronounced dead. California Nursing Home Abuse is an all too common experience. Being the victim of California Nursing Home Abuse or neglect can result in serious injury or even death. You may be entitled to compensation if you or a loved one was the victim of abuse. All nursing homes are held to the same standard and when their care falls below that standard they can be held responsible for negligence or intentional abuse. Call our leading California Nursing Home abuse firm today for a free consultation.

Posted by Michael Young at 8:05 PM | Permalink

A Sacramento jury awarded the daughter of Frances Tanner the largest amount of punitive damages in the county's history. Tanner's death was contributed to a pressure sore that occurred after a hip fracture that was undiagnosed. Colonial Healthcare of Auburn has been cited three previous times for their contributions in deaths of elderly patients. While the parent company of Colonial plans to dispute the verdict, the award stands as the largest one in Sacramento's history. Nursing home abuse in California is unforgiveable. Prying on the elderly or neglecting them when loved ones have entrusted them to a facility's care is simply detestable. There is little money that could satisfy a grieving child who has lost a parent untimely do to someone else's neglect or abuse. If you or someone you know has been the victim of California elder abuse you need to hire an attorney. You could be entitled to compensation for your loss. Call our team of California nursing home abuse lawyers today for a free consultation.

Posted by Michael Young at 2:12 PM | Permalink

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 on the ground. She had fallen out of bed at nearly 5:00 am. Fasold was badly 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.

Posted by Michael Young at 9:39 AM | Permalink