Woodland Hills Elder Abuse Lawyers
Americans are living longer than ever before and the elderly are now the
fastest growing segment of the population. Tragically, nursing home neglect
and abuse are also growing problems. Facilities caring for the elderly
are often understaffed, resulting in staff negligence of elder’s basic
needs or, in some cases, direct abuse and medical malpractice.
At the Law Offices of Kenneth W. Drake & Associates, Inc. ("Drake & Associates"),
we have over 40 years combined legal experience, which we use to help victims
of elder abuse or elder neglect, and to help their loved ones, to seek compensation
and justice following nursing home abuse. An experienced California nursing
home abuse lawyer can help you recognize the warning signs of abuse and neglect,
and can help you understand your rights and remedies.
What is Nursing Home Abuse?
Elder abuse can take many forms, from emotional and financial abuse to physical
assault. Unfortunately, it is often the case that the most vulnerable and
dependent elders are the most prone to abuse, including those with dementia
or physical disabilities. No matter what form it takes, nursing home abuse
is illegal and needs to be stopped including:
- Failure to Train Employees
- Understaffing
- Physical or Sexual Assault by Employees and Residents
- Dehydration of Malnutrition
- Preventable Falls / Broken Bones
- Lack of Proper Hygiene and Allowing Development of Bed Sores
- Medication Errors
- Failure to Diagnosis or Other Diagnosis Errors or Delays
- Surgical Errors
- Medical Malpractice
Caring and Compassionate Representation
Our lawyers understand the emotional suffering that accompanies they physical
trauma of nursing home negligence and elder abuse. We work closely with
family members throughout the process of investigating and filing a claim
to ensure that you are informed and understand your rights. When the bond
of trust is broken between dependent elders and their caregivers, and injury
or death results, it is important to consult with a California attorney
who knows how to negotiate and litigate on your behalf.
Contact Us
At Drake & Associates,, we handle most elder abuse and nursing home neglect
cases on a contingency fee basis. This means that we get no fee unless you
get a recovery, and we have a personal interest in ensuring you obtain the
maximum recovery for your or your loved one's pain and suffering. If you
suspect that someone you care about has been abused or neglected in a nursing
home, or in any type of medical facility, contact an elder abuse lawyer to
learn about your options. Email or call us at 818-906-1441 or
805-560-6918 to schedule a free initial consultation.