Over Fifty Years Of Personal Injury Law Practice
If you have a loved one in a nursing home, you are probably on the lookout for any signs of physical abuse and neglect. After all, those signs are easy to see - broken bones, unexplained bruising, frequent falls, bed sores and dirty fingernails. The signs of...
Bed rails are a common item in nursing homes. They serve an important role for nursing home residents, providing protection by preventing slipping and falling. Bed rails also help residents get in and out of bed, reposition themselves while in bed and easily maneuver...
Caring for a loved one in a nursing home can be challenging, especially when you trust others to look after their health and well-being. Unfortunately, neglect and abuse remain pertinent issues in these institutions, leading to harmful health conditions like pressure...
Many families trust elder care facilities in Louisiana to take care of their loved ones when they are no longer able to care for themselves. The workers at these facilities have several responsibilities including: Monitoring the residents’ medications and medical...
Nursing homes are important institutions that help provide much-needed care for elderly individuals who may require assistance with daily tasks, medical care and companionship. They can serve as a haven for those who may no longer be able to live independently,...
Sexual abuse in nursing homes is a distressing reality that poses a significant risk to vulnerable residents. This form of abuse includes non-consensual sexual contact, exploitation and harassment. Recognizing the signs of sexual abuse in a nursing home setting can...
Louisiana families who make the difficult decision to place a loved one in a nursing home do so with the best of intentions. They intend to provide the person with the care they need. While many facilities provide sufficient care for their residents, others are not so...
Year after year, families rely on nursing homes to keep their elderly loved ones safe and cared for. When a nursing home fails to deliver, it may breach the standard of care that it is legally required to provide. One such effect of subpar care is pressure ulcers. If...
Putting a family member or loved one in a nursing home is one of the toughest decisions most people must ever make. Many times, it is a last resort, something you are doing because your loved one needs help that you cannot provide. When your loved one goes to the...
The job market in the United States is looking good these days, but that does not mean nursing homes in Natchitoches should just hire anyone off the street who applies for the job. Nursing homes are responsible for hiring employees who will not harm residents. Nursing...
