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California Seniors Deserve Better Care Options – But There Aren’t Any

January 27, 2025
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BY: Laurie Ladine, Santa Clara County Resident

My mom has always been a determined, proud woman. Even as a single mother with limited resources, she always did her best to give us everything we needed, finding creative ways to make life fun and meaningful. We’ve always been a close family, gathering for every holiday, cherishing every moment. She held various jobs, including working with the sheriff’s department and on campaigns, and later became a nanny until she eventually slowed down.

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Dudensing Law Supports Those Affected by the Fires in LA County, Available Resources

January 14, 2025
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As a law firm based in the Golden State, our hearts go out to all the families and communities impacted by the devastating fires sweeping through Los Angeles County. The destruction has been immense, and the road to recovery may feel daunting. For those navigating these challenging times, we want to provide you with key resources to help you get the support you need.

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CBS News Highlights Dudensing Law Client who Experienced Elder Abuse and Neglect at an Oakland Nursing Home

June 13, 2024
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On June 3, CBS News covered the story of Ruby Frazier, a Dudensing Law client who was a victim of elder abuse and neglect at Oakland Heights Nursing and Rehabilitation in Oakland, CA.

Before Ms. Frazier’s admission to Oakland Heights, she was a relatively healthy 87-year-old and entered the facility in a medically stable condition and with no skin injuries.

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Dudensing Law secures $5.5 million settlement against a California residential care facility after walkaway tragedy

June 10, 2024
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In May 2024, Dudensing Law reached a $5.5 million settlement against an assisted living facility located in California. The settlement was on behalf of a cognitively impaired individual who, because of improper supervision and negligence, left the facility unsupervised, and died as a result.

When the 87-year-old patient was admitted to the residential care facility, she was highly functional but suffered notable cognitive impairment, including “sundowning,” a state of confusion experienced in the late afternoon and lasting into the evening. Even with noted cognitive impairment, her charts maintained by the facility did not contain a documented elopement risk nor a care plan for her cognitive decline.

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Dudensing Law helps loved ones reach $4 million settlement against a Long-Term Acute Care Hospital (LTAHC) in California after a family member died from pressure sores

June 10, 2024
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Dudensing Law secured a $4 million settlement in April 2024 on behalf of a victim who died from complications related to pressure sores while under the care of a Long-Term Acute Care Hospital (LTAHC) in California.

In 2017, a 72-year-old patient was admitted to the facility at issue following a diagnosis of quadriplegia. Because of this condition, she was known to be at high risk for developing pressure sores, yet the staff failed to take proper precautions to prevent sores from developing. The staff neglected medical advice to turn and reposition the patient over 75% of the time during day and night shifts. By the time the resident was discharged from the facility and treated at a hospital, the infected sores were too advanced for her to recover from, leading to her death.

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