We recently discussed a pending wrongful death trial in Texas where the family of a deceased nursing home patient has been pursuing a civil claim against the skilled nursing facility where the bed sores allegedly developed and advanced to the point that the wounds became infected. After just a day of jury deliberations, the jury… Continue Reading
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Dehydration Death Costs Nursing Home $6.5M
Posted in DehydrationSometimes I’m amazed by the number of preventable situations that develop in nursing homes due to a facilities failure to provide basic care. I mean, doesn’t it seem obvious that facilities must provide food, water and a decent environment for their residents? Am I oversimplifying nursing home care? Perhaps, but the reality is that… Continue Reading