Dudensing Law secured a $2.75 million settlement for the family of an elderly woman who was admitted to, and soon after passed away in, an assisted living facility in California.
The patient was a dedicated supporter and volunteer for various nonprofits in her area and was known for her advocacy for seniors. She was admitted to the facility in early May of 2021 after she had experienced several falls, underwent numerous surgeries, and suffered from dementia and Alzheimer’s, leading her to require consistent care and assistance.
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Dudensing Law secured a $3.85 million settlement for the family of an elderly woman who suffered under the care of a nursing home and passed away.
In 2023, the patient was admitted to a nursing home after being hospitalized for a stroke. Prior to her hospitalization, she was living independently with her daughter’s assistance. She was admitted to the nursing home for short-term rehabilitation with the plan that she would return to her family. Unfortunately, that did not happen.
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Dudensing secured a $3.5 million settlement for a patient in an elder neglect case. The settlement brings justice for the patient and their family and holds the facility accountable for their actions.
In late 2023, the patient was hospitalized after experiencing a fall at home. There, her doctor discovered that she had nerve issues and a toe fracture, affecting her ability to walk. Due to her lack of mobility, she was admitted to a nursing home to assist with her daily living activities to improve her health.
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Law.com and The Recorder recently announced the finalists and winners for the 2025 California Legal Awards. Among the honorees, Ed Dudensing, founder of Dudensing Law, was recognized as a finalist for the Mentorship Award. Ed currently mentors local high school students, helping them build professional skills and gain early exposure to the legal field. He also serves as an adjunct professor at the University of California, San Francisco’s Law School where he shares lessons from his extensive courtroom experience to inspire the next generation of attorneys to fight for justice.
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Dudensing Law is proud to welcome Matt Chisholm, a career prosecutor with over two decades of courtroom experience to our team. Matt’s wealth of experience, particularly in handling complex criminal cases and his deep commitment to justice, makes him an invaluable addition to our firm.
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Dudensing Law has secured a $3 million settlement for the family of an 85-year-old woman following a case of severe elder abuse and neglect. The settlement brings justice to the family after their loved one suffered while under the care of a nursing home.
The patient, who had lived independently with her husband of over 50 years and managed his complex medical care, including kidney dialysis, fractured her right distal femur in a May 2022 fall. After successful surgery at San Francisco General Hospital, she was transferred to a nursing home for short-term rehabilitation in June 2022.
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In February 2025, Dudensing Law secured a $2 million settlement for the family of an elderly woman after she was admitted to, and later passed away in, a nursing home located in California.
In early February 2023, the patient was admitted to the nursing home following a hospital admission for a minor stroke. Prior to her hospitalization, she was living independently with the assistance of family and had a good quality of life. She was admitted for short-term rehabilitation with the plan that she would return to the community following a brief admission at the nursing home. However, that plan did not come to fruition.
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Windsor Terrace Healthcare, which operates 35 nursing homes across California, faces allegations of exploiting bankruptcy laws to delay and avoid personal injury and wrongful death trials.
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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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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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