Dudensing Law Secures $940,000 Recovery for Patient in Assisted Living Facility Neglect Case
October 15, 2025
Originally published by
dudensinglaw.com
Dudensing Law secured a $940,000 recovery for an elderly woman who suffered devastating injuries while under the care of a California assisted living facility.
The patient, who lived with dementia and required monitoring and supervision for her safety, was admitted to the facility in early 2023. Despite being aware of her high risk of falling, the facility failed to implement adequate protections. She suffered an unwitnessed fall that went undocumented in her chart, and her injuries went unassessed for days. When her son was finally notified, he discovered severe bruising and swelling that staff had ignored.
She was later diagnosed with a displaced hip fracture and a urinary tract infection, both requiring emergency treatment. Following surgery, she lost the ability to walk and is now bedridden, enduring pain and suffering that was entirely preventable.
This settlement underscores the responsibility of care facilities to provide vigilant supervision and accurate reporting for vulnerable residents. At Dudensing Law, we remain committed to securing justice for victims of elder abuse and neglect.