Placing a loved one in a nursing home is a difficult decision when they can no longer care for themselves. When it happens, it’s assumed that they will be there until they pass away from natural causes. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. Nursing home death cases are about seeking justice for … [Read more...]
Tackling Nursing Home Abuse in West Virginia
We frequently highlight the problem of nursing home abuse and neglect in The Mountain State because it is such a prevalent issue. The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted staffing shortages and other problems that already existed in nursing homes around West Virginia and across the nation. Relatives were … [Read more...]
Financial Elder Abuse in Nursing Homes
People over 65 are known to hold most of the individual wealth in the US. This makes them a target for individuals interested in working to take their money. But for the elderly in a nursing home, they can face additional exploitation without adequate defenses. Done correctly, this kind of … [Read more...]