Nursing home abuse is a distressing reality that many families face when they trust long-term care facilities to provide compassionate care for their elderly loved ones. Family members often struggle with feelings of guilt and helplessness, uncertain of how to protect their loved ones and ensure negligent nursing facilities are held liable.
In such cases, seeking legal help from an experienced Mesa nursing home abuse lawyer is essential. A knowledgeable lawyer understands the laws surrounding elder abuse in Arizona and can help families pursue compensation for their loved one’s injuries and emotional suffering.
At Nursing Home Law Center, we are dedicated to helping victims of nursing home abuse obtain justice and fair compensation. Our skilled legal team brings years of experience to each case and has a strong record of achieving meaningful settlements and verdicts for victims and their families.
Our nursing home abuse and negligence lawyers conduct in-depth investigations to address all aspects of the case, including medical costs, emotional suffering, and other damages. With extensive knowledge of nursing home abuse claims, our team handles each case with precision and persistence, advocating fiercely to uphold your rights.
Nursing home abuse occurs when elderly residents in nursing homes or long-term care facilities experience harm due to the actions or negligence of nursing home staff members or other responsible parties. Abuse can take many forms, each causing unique physical, emotional, or financial harm to nursing home residents and their families.
Below are the primary types of cases our Arizona nursing home abuse lawyers handle.
Physical abuse involves the use of force that causes bodily harm, pain, or impairment. This abuse can include hitting, slapping, or using excessive physical restraints on a nursing home resident.
Mental and emotional abuse affects a resident’s psychological well-being and often leaves no visible signs. This type of abuse can involve threats, humiliation, isolation, or verbal assaults. Staff may use intimidation or degrading language to manipulate or control an elderly resident, causing them significant emotional distress.
Sexual abuse is any form of non-consensual sexual contact forced upon a nursing home resident. This horrifying form of abuse includes inappropriate touching, assault, or other unwanted sexual advances. Elderly residents with physical or cognitive impairments are particularly vulnerable, which can lead to severe emotional trauma and bodily injuries.
Medical malpractice happens when nursing home staff fail to provide proper medical care, leading to harm. This abuse includes untreated bedsores, incorrect medication doses, or delays in necessary medical treatment.
Negligence occurs when nursing facilities fail to meet basic standards of care, putting residents at risk. Examples include failing to maintain proper hygiene, not providing adequate nutrition, allowing dehydration, or neglecting to supervise residents, leading to elopement or wandering.
Financial abuse involves exploiting an elderly resident’s finances without their consent. This exploitation could include unauthorized withdrawals, forging signatures, or pressuring residents to change their wills or financial documents.
In some tragic cases, nursing home negligence can result in the death of a resident. Wrongful death claims may arise from neglect, severe injuries, or medical malpractice. Families who lose a loved one due to nursing home abuse have the right to seek compensation for the devastating loss of companionship.
Our experienced attorneys at Nursing Home Law Center are dedicated to fighting for the rights and well-being of nursing home abuse victims and their families. Our law firm has successfully represented numerous clients, holding negligent nursing homes and responsible parties accountable and securing fair compensation for their losses.
We offer a free consultation to review the details of your case, providing insight into your legal options and what to expect in the process. During this initial meeting, our attorneys listen to your concerns, answer questions, and assess the strengths of your case to help you make informed decisions about moving forward.
A thorough investigation is essential in nursing home abuse cases. Our legal team gathers critical evidence, including medical records, witness statements, and facility inspection reports, to build a strong case.
Once we have gathered the necessary evidence, we will handle the legal process of filing your claim. Our attorneys ensure all documentation is completed accurately and submitted within Arizona’s deadlines.
Many nursing home abuse cases are resolved through settlement negotiations. Our attorneys negotiate directly with the nursing home’s legal representatives and insurance companies to secure a fair settlement that compensates for your loved one’s suffering.
Our attorneys are prepared to represent you in court if a fair settlement cannot be reached. We have extensive trial experience and will present a compelling case to the judge and jury.
There are 61 Medicare-certified nursing home facilities in Mesa, Arizona, with 16 facilities (26%) rated below or much below average overall. Specifically, 19 homes (31%) fall short in health inspections, and 21 (34%) have inadequate staffing levels. Only two facilities (3%) are rated poorly in quality measures. [1]
Nursing home abuse often goes unnoticed because the elderly resident may be unable or afraid to speak up. Family members and loved ones should be aware of common warning signs so they can intervene as early as possible.
The worst-rated nursing homes in Mesa include:
| Allegiant Healthcare of Mesa | Arizona State Veteran Home-Phx |
| Christian Care Nursing Center | Desert Cove Nursing Center |
| Desert Peak Care Center | The Rehabilitation Center at the Palazzo |
| Silverwood Post Acute |
At Nursing Home Law Center, our experienced nursing home attorneys are dedicated to helping each victim and their family seek justice.
With a proven track record in handling complex personal injury cases, our team is committed to holding negligent nursing homes and abusive staff accountable. We understand the pain and distress that nursing home abuse causes, and we’re here to provide compassionate, effective support every step of the way.
If you suspect that a loved one has suffered abuse or neglect in a nursing facility, don’t wait to take action. Contact us today for a free consultation, and let us help you protect your loved one’s rights and pursue the compensation they deserve.
Call us at (800) 926-7565 or fill out our contact form.
References: [1] Medicare