Blog › Tag › los angeles nursing home abuse lawyer
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.
Corporate Liability & Nursing Home Abuse: An Overview
A Los Angeles elder abuse lawyer looks at corporate liability and nursing home abuse.
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…
How Should Nursing Homes Prevent Pressure Injuries?
In last week’s blog, we looked at risk factors for pressure injuries (commonly known as pressure sores or bedsores). Below…
Pressure Injuries in Elder Abuse Litigation
Pressure injuries — commonly known as bedsores, pressure sores, or decubitus ulcers—make up a significant portion of elder abuse lawsuits…
Choking & Aspiration Pneumonia: Risk Factors and Prevention
Choking and aspiration pneumonia are common in nursing homes, especially for frail residents and those with swallowing difficulties or neurological…
Preventing Elder Neglect: The Importance of Monitoring Changes in Condition
A Los Angeles elder abuse attorney examines the importance of monitoring changes in condition to prevent elder neglect and abuse.
What Should Nursing Homes Do to Prevent Infections?
A Los Angeles elder abuse lawyer discusses infection prevention strategies for nursing homes.