Milwaukee Nursing Home Malpractice Attorney

People want to provide the best possible care for their parents as they age, especially when it comes to the medical attention and supervision they may require if they have health problems. Although most people spend significant amounts of time researching and visiting facilities to find the best care, negligence on the part of nursing home employees may result in serious injuries and illness.

Family members who need round-the-clock help and trained medical attention may depend heavily on nursing home professionals to assist them. If a person suffers injury due to negligent or careless actions on the part of nursing home staff members, he or she may be eligible for compensation for medical bills, mental and emotional trauma, and other damages associated with the injury. For more information on nursing home abuse, contact the Milwaukee nursing home malpractice attorneys of Habush Habush & Rottier, S.C. at 800-242-2874 today.

Resident Abuse and Neglect

Nursing home abuse and neglect can occur if:

Residents are not given adequate food or hydration
Medical needs are not met
Proper hygiene and cleaning is not maintained
Assistance is not given when getting up, moving around, or using the bathroom
Residents are not provided adequate time for socialization

It is the responsibility of nursing home staff members to pay attention to the needs of each resident and make sure they receive medical care when necessary.

Common Causes of Neglect or Abuse

Facilities may be guilty of nursing home malpractice if they:

Fail to hire qualified medical professionals
Fail to adequately staff the facility to handle the needs of its residents
Neglect the duties promised to the residents and their families
Attempt to cut corners on care and support in order to make more money
Fail to properly screen potential employees and provide a safe living environment

Contact Us

The experienced attorneys of Habush Habush & Rottier, S.C. are here to help you with your nursing home malpractice claim. To discuss the details of your case, contact us at 800-242-2874 today.

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