Category: Nursing Home Abuse
Who Is Protected Under New Jersey From Elder Abuse & Neglect?
Although most professionals who work at residential care facilities for seniors are dedicated to their work and caring for their elderly residents, elder abuse and neglect is on th
_Read moreWarning Signs of Nursing Home Abuse
It is not an easy decision to place an elderly loved one in a nursing home. In fact for some of us, this may not even be a choice but rather forced upon us due to our loved one’s
_Read moreCommon Injuries Resulting from Nursing Home Slip and Falls
Slip and falls are one of the most common types of accidents resulting in injuries in nursing homes across the United States. As a result of medical conditions prevalent amongst th
_Read moreNursing Homes Should Not Get Immunity for COVID-19 Misconduct
The New Jersey legislature passed bill S2333/A3910 providing criminal and civil immunity to health care workers and hospitals in the state for medical treatment related to the COVI
_Read moreTypes of Elder Abuse Cases
The thought of someone hurting our elderly family members is terrifying. Unfortunately, elder abuse is a serious problem and occurs more frequently than we think. And as our popula
_Read moreCommon Reasons Why Elder Abuse Is Likely to Go Unreported
Unfortunately, elder abuse is more common than most people think. Sadly, this type of abuse often takes a variety of different forms, making it generally difficult to spot. Common
_Read moreAmid the Pandemic, Nursing Home Abuse Remains a Reality
When the pandemic hit New Jersey, it ravaged long term care facilities. Many went into shut down mode, and the threat of nursing home abuse became even more of an unfortunate reali
_Read moreAre You Worried that Your Loved One is a Nursing Home Abuse Victim?
To many, it is the hardest decision of all. It is difficult placing a loved one in a nursing home or assisted living when the time comes. Meanwhile, you are not alone. Millions of
_Read moreNursing Home Abuse: When Your Worst Fears Are True
It’s one of those subjects that no one wants to believe is true. However, the truth is that nursing home abuse does exist. When you put your trust into elderly care professionals
_Read moreNursing Home Abuse: Who Are the Abusers?
Making the decision to place an elderly loved one in a nursing home facility is not easy. Amongst the many hesitations and concerns most of us have about making this difficult deci
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