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A blog for victims and families seeking information on elder abuse in nursing homes and assisted living facilities in California.
Why Are Nursing Homes Giving Antipsychotic Drugs to Residents with Dementia?
Nursing homes across the country are routinely giving antipsychotic drugs to dementia patients to control their behavior, according to a…
Long Term Care Residents’ Rights
An elder abuse lawyer in Los Angeles looks at long term care residents rights.
What Does the Elder Abuse Act Say About Elder Neglect vs Negligence?
In 1991, the California Legislature enacted the Elder Abuse and Dependent Adult Civil Protection Act (commonly known as ‘the Elder…
Corporate Liability & Nursing Home Abuse: An Overview
A Los Angeles elder abuse lawyer looks at corporate liability and nursing home abuse.
Elder Abuse Act: Understanding ‘Care or Custody’ in California
Los Angeles elder abuse attorney looks at care or custody and how it relates to elder neglect in nursing homes.
Elder Abuse in Nursing Homes: Emotional Distress
The infliction of emotional distress or mental suffering in nursing homes and other long-term care facilities is a widespread and…
Assault & Battery: Prevention and Intervention Strategies
Creating a safe environment for residents means being proactive about preventing violent or aggressive behavior. Everyone in the facility —…
Assault & Battery in Nursing Homes
Incidents of non-sexual battery in nursing homes and assisted living facilities often involve acts of physical abuse committed by staff…
What Should Nursing Homes Do to Prevent Sexual Abuse?
Preventing sexual abuse in nursing homes and other long-term care settings requires a comprehensive strategy that recognizes resident vulnerability, strengthens…
Sexual Abuse in Nursing Homes
Sexual abuse is among the most serious forms of elder abuse that occurs in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and…