Detroit Physical Abuse Lawyers
When a family decides to place a loved one in a nursing home, they are doing so for the good of their family member. There is an expectation that the elderly individual will be treated with respect and dignity by nursing home workers. But nursing home abuse is an all too common occurrence, putting elderly individuals at risk of suffering serious physical harm.
If your family member has shown signs of physical abuse, it is important that you take appropriate legal action. Often, residents of nursing homes are already in need of medical care. Any form of abuse at the hands of nursing home workers can place them in even greater danger. For more information about seeking justice for your loved one, please contact the Detroit physical abuse lawyers at Ravid & Associates, P.C., by calling 866-644-6587.
Potential Signs of Nursing Home Abuse
Physical abuse is the use of force to threaten or injure another person. In the case of elderly adults in nursing homes, it is often the caregiver who is responsible for any physical abuse. Nursing home workers should be a source of care and wellbeing for residents, but this is not always the case. The following physical indications may suggest physical abuse at the hands of a nursing home worker:
- Pressure marks
- Repeated or unexplained bruises
- Burns
- Blisters
- Cigarette burns
Regular visits and good communication is one of the most effective ways of recognizing physical abuse in nursing home environments. In some cases, however, nursing home abuse may go undetected until it is too late.
Contact Us
If you believe that your loved one has been a victim of nursing home abuse, you may have grounds for legal action on his or her behalf. For a free consultation, please contact the Detroit physical abuse lawyers at Ravid & Associates, P.C., by calling 866-644-6587.
