At Berman & Riedel, LLP, we are deeply committed to protecting the dignity and well-being of the San Diego Elderly. Our Elder Abuse Resources provides a personal, compassionate, and professional approach to identifying, preventing, and addressing elder abuse. With our expert legal team by your side, you have access to essential information, and advice ensure every senior is treated with the respect and care they deserve. Trust Berman & Riedel, LLP to be your reliable legal partner in creating a safer, more supportive environment for our elders.
Berman Lawyers are Southern California and Imperial County's most trusted and accomplished nursing home abuse attorneys. Mr. William Berman, who heads the firm, was responsible for obtaining one of the largest settlements ever reported against a nursing home facility for the elderly in the State of California.
Berman and his group of hard-working, passionate attorneys have grown to be recognized as leaders when it comes to handling nursing home abuse cases in Southern California.
Imperial County is a popular southern California community, with many residents trusting their loved ones to nursing home and assisted living facilities. Most of the time these residents are treated with the utmost dignity and respect. Unfortunately, sometimes there are instances of abusive and neglectful treatment. When such violations take place, it may be necessary to take legal action in order to insure consequences for the entity responsible. Our attorneys' knowledge, experience and professional acknowledgements within this practice area make our firm a leader in handling nursing home abuse and neglect cases.
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What Constitutes Nursing Home Abuse?
According to California's Elder Abuse Act, nursing home abuse and neglect is defined as:
"Physical abuse, neglect, abandonment, isolation, abduction, or other treatment with resulting physical harm or pain or mental suffering, or the deprivation by a care custodian..."
Abuse:
Physical abuse, financial abuse, abandonment, isolation, abduction, or other treatment resulting in physical harm, pain or mental suffering.
Neglect:
Includes, but is not limited to failure to provide medical care for physical and mental health needs.
Warning Signs of Abuse - What to Look For
Staying informed and alert is always the first step to detecting and helping a loved one or friend who is suffering from some form of abuse or neglect. Physical abuse in the form of bruises and battered markings can be easier to detect and confirm but neglect and emotional abuse can be more subtle and harder to recognize. Neglect often manifests and is recognized through unconventional medical problems such as bed sores, dehydration, over medication, and many others. We handle all types of nursing home litigation.
Learn more about the different signs to watch for to determine if a loved one is being abused, how to report elder abuse, and many more helpful articles listed below and found in our Resource Center.
Taking Legal Actions Against Abuse or Neglect:
When a loved one has been taken advantage of by a facility in the form of abuse or neglect then legal action may be needed. If you believe you have a case, please do not hesitate to contact us, if needed a consultation can conducted over the phone. To arrange a free consultation with one of our legal professional please call (858) 350-8855 or complete our case questionnaire and we will get back to you shortly.
Attorney William Berman was responsible for obtaining one of the largest settlements ever reported against a residential care facility for the elderly in the State of California. William Berman has grown to be recognized as one of the top nursing home abuse and neglect attorney’s in California. Mr. Berman has represented clients in cases against the following Imperial County based care facilities:
Facility, Parent Company, Location
Valley Convalescent Center, Continuum Health Inc., County of Imperial; El Centro
Nursing Home Abuse Resources & Information
Nursing Home Care Facilities
Review the different types of nursing home and elder care facilities and what legal options are available for a specific facility. This resource also provides a variety of tactics to research a facilities history and previous citations issued against the facility.
Previous Case Results
See verdicts and settlements the Berman & Riedel, LLP law firm has achieved with cases specific to abuse and neglect with various Nursing Home and Elder Care facilities.
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Families across California share their experiences of how Berman & Riedel, LLP, fought for justice in cases of elder neglect, nursing home abuse, and personal injury.
Elder Neglect by Healthcare Corporation
Jean’s mother was a victim of neglect while at a skilled nursing facility, resulting in surgery that she did not survive. Berman was there to listen and provide the support that the client needed.
Wrongful Death at a California Nursing Home
Michele’s mother suffered a wrongful death at a California nursing home. William M. Berman and the attorneys at Berman & Riedel, LLP, helped litigate the case with successful results.
Serious Injury at Skilled Nursing Facility
Ira’s wife suffered a traumatic brain injury due to negligence at a skilled nursing facility, and our team of attorneys worked hard to ensure that Ira’s wife and his family received the compensation that they rightfully deserved.
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Ginny suffered a family loss, and Berman lawyers handled her legal needs with compassion and reassurance, allowing her to feel safe and at ease through the entire process.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are answers to common questions people have about working with a lawyer. During your initial consultation, we will be happy to answer questions that are particular to your case.
How Much Does It Cost to Hire an Elder Abuse Attorney?
The attorneys at Berman & Riedel, LLP, accept elder and nursing home cases on a contingency-fee basis. This type of agreement means you do not pay any attorneys’ fees out-of-pocket for legal representation. Attorneys’ fees are also contingent on the outcome of your case.
You benefit from legal representation in exchange for an agreed-upon percentage of a settlement or jury award. We will only recover a fee if you recover compensation.
What Should I Do if I Suspect a Loved One is the Victim of Elder Abuse?
The first step is to report the abuse to the appropriate authorities. Call 911 if the situation is life-threatening. Otherwise, it can be reported to the police and appropriate agencies. For abuse in the community or a hospital, call Adult Protective Services at 1-833-401-0832. For abuse in a nursing home or long-term care facility, contact your local long-term care ombudsman or call 1-888-452-8609.
The next step is contacting a California elder neglect lawyer to help you safeguard your loved one’s rights, investigate the abuse, and hold the facility accountable.
Can You Tell Me How Much My Case Is Worth?
There is no way to determine the exact value of an elder abuse or personal injury case, especially early in your case. However, an experienced attorney can give you an estimated range based on their experience with similar cases.
There are many factors that may influence the value of your case, such as:
Your total financial or economic damages
The severity of your injuries
The impact of your injuries on your daily life
The strength of your case
Whether you share fault for your accident
Insurance policy limits
Some damages are easy to calculate, such as lost wages and medical bills. Calculating the value of diminished earnings for the rest of your life or future medical needs, however, may require the help of experts. Non-economic damages like pain and suffering have no intrinsic financial value. These damages are challenging to calculate.
If your case goes before a jury, you may potentially be able to recover more than you could through a settlement. However, this introduces a new element of risk: the jury. The circumstances of your accident and even how sympathetic you or the defendant are can influence the outcome.
During your consultation and throughout your case, we will help you understand how these factors influence your case. We will also work tirelessly to document the value of all your damages and pursue maximum compensation on your behalf.
Will My Case Go to Trial?
The vast majority of cases are resolved by reaching a settlement agreement outside of court. Very few personal injury cases actually go to trial, but it is more likely if the facts in your case are in dispute, a legal issue is being contested, or you have a high-value case.
An experienced lawyer will build your case as if it will go to trial from the beginning. The stronger your case and evidence, the more likely a fair settlement will be reached.
How Do I Know If I Need a Personal Injury Lawyer?
The more serious your injuries or the more complex your case, the more important it becomes to seek experienced legal counsel.
Legal representation is vital if your case involves a complex area of law, such as elder abuse or neglect, premises liability, commercial vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, or serious work-related accidents. Determining liability, navigating decades of legal precedence, and interpreting specific statutes in these cases is best done with years of relevant legal experience.
Remember that the insurance company is not on your side, even if the insurance adjuster seems sympathetic and you receive a settlement offer. If you are being blamed for an accident or sustained serious injury, a lawyer will help you protect your rights and build the strongest case possible. This includes calculating the full value of your current and future losses.
Do You Accept Cases Outside of San Diego?
While our law office is located in San Diego, Berman & Riedel, LLP, accepts cases throughout the state of California.
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