Nursing Home Abuse in Las Vegas, Nevada

Negligence in nursing homes

Unfortunately, nursing home negligence is becoming a growing problem in many states, and Nevada is not an exception. Legal claims against nursing homes or assisted living facilities include abuse, neglect, serious injuries, and even wrongful death.

If you plan to file a liability claim against the nursing home or assisted living facility in Nevada, call us at 702-432-1000 to discuss your case.

Nursing home abuse defined

The official definition of nursing home abuse is any physical, sexual, verbal, psychological, or financial abuse against residents of a residential care facility.

The duty of care and nursing home liability

When someone you love becomes a resident of a nursing home, you have certain expectations of what is called a "duty of care." The nursing homes in Las Vegas are inspected regularly, but there is only so much the inspector can do, and you are not there to watch it all the time.

Failing to meet the duty of care obligations can be a foundation for a lawsuit against a nursing home.

If you think that the nursing home breached the duty of care and a senior is being mistreated, abused, neglected, or injured, you should:

1. Document the incident date and time
2. Take many pictures of bruises or injuries
3. Take photos of dirty clothing and unsanitary living conditions
4. Create a nursing home abuse video with your mobile phone
5. Record abusive conversations with elderly

Your next step is to call a nursing home abuse lawyer immediately. We encourage you to contact us at 702-432-1000 and speak with a nursing home abuse lawyer directly about your case.

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Signs of nursing home abuse

If you have seniors in a nursing home and suspect abuse, here is a list of things to watch for.

Examples of nursing home abuse:

• Abnormal bruising and unexplained injuries
• Dried or aged blood found on clothing and living environment
• Broken eyeglasses
• The caregiver will not let you visit with your loved one in private

Signs of nursing home neglect

Listen to what your loved one tells you. They may be reaching out for help!

Examples of nursing home neglect:

• Dehydration and lack of proper nutrients (rapid weight loss)
• Dirty clothing and living environment that includes stained bed sheets or clothing
• Bedsores or localized injuries to the skin that usually occurs as a result of pressure
• Constant sedation and improperly administered medications
• Isolating or being left alone for extended periods
• Vocalized complaints

Challenges to nursing home abuse and neglect lawsuits

There are many issues with nursing home abuse or neglect cases. The most popular are:

• Patients are incapacitated or, sometimes, already died;
• Expert witnesses (nurses, physicians, building engineers) are required to prove the case, and experts are expensive;
• Nursing homes have all the records; they are very slow in releasing the documents to the attorneys. In some cases, they don’t want to provide their records to the attorneys;
• Nursing homes can alter a patient's records.

NRS 41.1395 explains damages for injury or loss suffered by the older person.

How long does it take to settle a nursing home lawsuit?

Each case is different, but it can easily take between 1 and 3 years to settle a nursing home abuse and neglect lawsuit. Some cases may take longer, mainly because it takes time to investigate and document neglect and abuse in a nursing home.

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Causes the nursing home abuse and neglect

Several things can cause negligence in a nursing home. It could be the lack of training by the nursing home staff, frustration in dealing with sick or elderly patients, or lack of adequate facilities. Often owners and management put profits above care. Regardless of the cause - no abuse is justifiable.

We can help

Nevada laws regarding elder care facilities and nursing homes are ever-changing and complex. The nursing home abuse lawyer at Heshmati & Associates can help victims of negligence in a nursing home to get monetary compensation.

Each case is different. If you suspect abuse and neglect or want to learn more about your rights, call our office at 702-432-1000 or contact us online, and a nursing home abuse lawyer will call you back within 24 hours.

We take all personal injury cases, including nursing home abuse and neglect, on a contingency basis, which means - you never pay us until we win.

The nursing home abuse lawyers at Heshmati & Associates represent clients in Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, Henderson, Laughlin, Mesquite, and throughout Nevada.

Last updated on February 1, 2024.

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