Blog: Nursing Home Deaths
- Pittsburgh program allows elderly to get care at home
May 22, 2015
There is an incredibly fast growing population of the elderly in Pennsylvania that are in need of everyday care. Whether this is due to an injury sustained after a fall, dementia or general frailty that comes with age there are many people in need of care. Pittsburgh has unleashed a program that should aid the elderly in getting appropriate, cost effective care that doesn’t break the bank or force them to leave their home. What...Read More - Pennsylvania’s baby boomers approach retirement age
May 20, 2015
Did you know, by the year 2030, Pennsylvania’s 60 and older population is expected to reach nearly 30 percent of the total population? Because of this fact, Pennsylvania is taking note of their elderly population, what that means for their future and what it means for the future of health care. In order to ensure their health and safety and to avoid accidents, neglect and death in Pennsylvania nursing homes, the government is hoping to...Read More - Consider seeking reparations for your child’s birth injury
May 13, 2015
The birth of child is one of the most joyous and anticipated moments in a parent’s life. The little bundle of joy should arrive screaming and perfectly healthy. Most parents experience this moment. Sadly, some parents and children are the victims of a medical decision that renders the baby injured at birth. This can certainly put a damper on the birth and the arrival of a new child. This is because a birth injury can...Read More - How our firm helps victims of nursing home abuse
Apr 8, 2015
When Pittsburgh residents send their loved ones to a nursing home, they are usually making a painful but loving decision so that their loved one will receive the best medical care possible. The people of Pennsylvania expect, and have the right to expect, that the nursing homes in this state will help their patients get better or, when that is not possible, provide them with comfort and care. Unfortunately, as last week’s post mentioned, sometimes...Read More - Nursing home bedroom requirements in Pennsylvania
Apr 1, 2015
Nursing homes in Pennsylvania house some of the state’s most vulnerable residents. When people are unable to take care of their elderly family member, nursing homes are supposed to be available to take over. These homes are supposed to provide around-the-clock care for patients in need. These facilities, in theory, have access to the medical support and specialized equipment that residents need. In order to ensure that nursing home residents receive the best care possible,...Read More - Certain factors may increase risk of elder abuse
Feb 11, 2015
As a beloved family member gets older, it can become difficult for people to care for themselves. Medical conditions can require constant care and attention that cannot be done in a person’s home. In these cases, nursing homes are often trusted to care for these important family members. These medical facilities are supposedly better equipped to deal with long-term medical issues. While families place a lot of trust in these facilities, this trust is often...Read More - Fighting for Pennsylvania nursing home neglect victims
Jan 16, 2015
As Pennsylvanians are living longer and fuller lives, the senior population will continue to grow, meaning that assisted-living facilities and nursing homes will see a rise in residents. However, as the numbers increase, the quality of care should either remain the same or rise simultaneously. If Pennsylvanians suspect that their elderly loved ones are being subjected to nursing home neglect, then our Pittsburgh-based law firm can help them fight for the rights of their loved...Read More - Giving older Pennsylvanians the respect and justice they deserve
Jan 2, 2015
Nursing homes and assisted-living facilities do not just provide medical care for the elderly. The institutions serve as a place where the elderly can enjoy their twilight years in a respectful and dignified manner. However, not every nursing home gives this type of benefit to their residents. Others, whether intentional or not, engage in nursing home abuse. A Pennsylvanian who suspects that a loved one is being abused may wish to take legal action against...Read More - Overmedication may result in nursing home deaths
Dec 24, 2014
The frail health of many nursing home residents requires them to be cared for more closely and precisely medicated. One mistake can be fatal, especially for elderly residents who suffer from illnesses like schizophrenia and dementia. However, many nursing homes and assisted-living facilities have used anti-psychotic drugs as a means of chemical restraint to subdue patients although they do not require the medication. This practice has resulted in the worsened condition of residents and even...Read More - Knowing the signs of nursing home abuse
Nov 14, 2014
Pennsylvanians often take their loved ones to nursing homes so that their medical and other needs can be taken care of more efficiently. They also take them there so the elderly can enjoy the twilight of their lives and ride off into the sunset, so to speak. Although most nursing homes provide appropriate care and quality service, there may be others that fail to perform their duties, which can result in abuse. It is essential...Read More