Maryland Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect Attorney
Serving Those in the Prince George's, Charles, Calvert, and Anne Arundel Area
Tens of thousands of senior Marylanders live in nursing home, assisted living, hospice care and other similar facilities. We all want the best for our elder loved ones, but they are sometimes subjected to physical and emotional abuse at the very place we trust to care for them.
Our nursing home abuse and neglect attorney at Potter Law, LLC proudly fights for the rights of seniors in Prince George's County, Anne Arundel County, Charles County, Baltimore, and in the Maryland/Washington, D.C. metro area.
Request your free consultation with our experienced nursing home abuse and neglect attorney in Maryland by calling (301) 820-7820 or contacting us online today!
Defining Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
It is defined as any “single or repeated act or lack of appropriate action, occurring within any relationship where there is an expectation of trust, which causes harm or distress to an older person.”
When putting your loved one in an assisted living facility or nursing home, you are normally ensured that staff will provide excellent care. Unfortunately, this is not always the case as elders are often subjected to various forms of abuse in nursing homes and assisted living facilities.
What Are the Signs of Nursing Home Abuse?
Many families at some point must face the difficult decision of whether to place a loved one in an assisted living facility or nursing home. As in nature, the older or weaker of the pack can often fall victim to predators.
Many seniors with physical or cognitive difficulties are more vulnerable to abuse and neglect. In some cases, overmedication and improper distribution of medication can increase an elder’s risk of being subjected to abuse.
Some of the signs of senior abuse and neglect include:
- Physical injuries
- Emotional distress
- Overdue bills that were thought to be paid
- Unexplained broken bones, cuts, and bruises
- Bed sores or pressure sores
- Missing money or property
- Fear of the caregiver
- Unexplained transactions or withdrawals
- Hygiene issues and unexplained odors
- Excessive weight loss
- Malnutrition and dehydration
Additional Signs to Look Out For
Physical signs of abuse are the easiest to see, but seniors also endure:
- Inadequate medical care
- Neglect
- Emotional abuse
- Sexual abuse
- And financial exploitation while in the care of some extended-care facilities
