Wrongful Death Lawsuit Claims That Assisted Living Facility Failed To Care For Vulnerable Patient
The family of a resident at a Wisconsin assisted living facility has filed a lawsuit against the facility and it parent company, Assisted Living Concepts LTD, in relation to the events leading up to her death in 2010. In particular, the lawsuit claims that Marilyn Brown was admitted to Cedar Gardens in July, 2008 for assistance with her dementia and repeated urinary tract infections. Over the course of her stay at the assisted living facility, the staff gradually provided less and less assistance for Ms. Brown's daily living needs. In addition to lack of daily care, the lawsuit further claims...
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Nursing Home Abuse: Hidden Camera Catches Nurse Yanking The Wheelchair Of A Disabled Patient
If you think 'nursing home abuse' is simply a term of art, thrown into headlines for the purpose of getting attention-- think again. Below is an actual video of a nurse seemingly intentionally yanking the wheelchair of a disabled nursing home patient. The yanking of the chair caused the patient to fall to the floor and fracture her hip. Should there be any question regarding the intent of the nurse, I think the fact the that nurse lets the patient lay on the ground as she seemingly goes about her tasks certainly reinforces the fact that she has little regard...
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Hours After Admission To Illinois Nursing Home For 'Respite Care', Resident Fractures Hip
Even the most dedicated caregivers need relief. Personal time for them to relax, and focus on their own well being is important not just for their personal needs, but also so they may provide the best care possible for their loved one. In this situation, 'respite care' or temporary care can be useful or downright necessary. Despite its prevalence, I've noticed a troubling trend: new admitees to nursing homes (for short-term stays of 5, 10 or 15 days) tend to suffer serious injuries shortly after their admission. When a new resident is brought into a new environment, it is difficult...
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Lexington Care Center Named As Defendant In Case Involving Mutiple Falls
Lexington Care Center of Lake Zurich, Illinois has been named in nursing home negligence lawsuit filed in Cook County. The lawsuit alleges Chicago nursing home failed to monitor an 83-year-old resident who was a known high fall risk. The woman allegedly fell five times from February through August, 2007. The fifth and final fall at Lexington resulted in a fractured hip that required surgery. Unfortunately, the woman remained at Lexington for five days before the staff transferred her to a hospital for x-rays and medical treatment. Unhappy with the care Lexington provided, the family chose an alternative facility for...
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