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.
Is your loved one in an assisted living facility? Visit our Sacramento elder abuse page for information more relevant to assisted living facilities.
When a loved one is placed in a nursing home, it’s often a difficult decision that’s made to ensure a family member receives the skilled nursing care they need. You trust the facility to give your family member a safe living environment, necessary assistance and medical care, and the quality of life they deserve.
Sadly, nursing home neglect and abuse are all too common. It’s estimated that up to 24% of residents in nursing homes experience physical abuse at some point during their stay. Adults with dementia are at an even greater risk, with half suffering some form of neglect or abuse. However, most elder abuse cases go unrecognized and unreported.
Do you believe your loved one has suffered abuse or neglect in a Sacramento skilled nursing facility? Legal representation from an experienced Sacramento nursing home abuse attorney can help you pursue justice and fair compensation for your family member. At Berman & Riedel, LLP, we represent nursing home abuse victims and their family members in holding negligent nursing homes accountable. Contact a Sacramento nursing home abuse attorney today for a free consultation to discuss how we can help you.
How the Sacramento Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers at Berman & Riedel, LLP Can Help You
For a typical personal injury attorney, proving a nursing home abuse case can be very difficult. These cases involve many unique challenges, including victims who may be unable to articulate their experiences. It can also be hard to recognize signs of abuse or neglect without experience and to differentiate injuries and medical complications that are a result of age and frailty rather than poor care.
At Berman & Riedel, LLP, our Sacramento nursing home abuse lawyers have extensive experience litigating personal injury lawsuits involving nursing home wrongful death, neglect, and abuse. Our legal team is ready to help you through every stage of your case. A Sacramento nursing home abuse attorney can:
Provide legal advice and guidance to residents and family members
Investigate the circumstances of suspected neglect and injuries
Gather evidence, including past complaints, medical records, facility care plans, and facility records
Work with medical experts to establish the standard of care and how injuries happened
Identify all parties who may be liable
Negotiate on your behalf to seek fair compensation
Take your case to court if needed
Contact our law office for a free consultation to tell your story and discuss how we can help you seek justice with an experienced Sacramento nursing home abuse attorney.
What Is Nursing Home Abuse?
Nursing home abuse is a form of elder abuse that happens when a nursing home resident is subjected to physical, psychological, or sexual abuse or neglect of basic needs and medical care.
Nursing home abuse and neglect can involve mistreatment by nursing home staff members, medical malpractice committed by health care professionals, and even sexual or physical abuse from other residents.
Sudden anxiety, depression, agitation, or low self-esteem
Unexplained behavioral changes, like becoming withdrawn
While these are common signs of physical elder abuse and elder neglect, family members should watch for other signs that an older adult is being mistreated. For instance, certain infections or medical complications may point to neglect, such as MRSA or sepsis. The signs of elder abuse in seniors with dementia can be even harder to recognize.
At Berman & Riedel, LLP, we are prepared to fight for nursing home residents who have suffered any form of abuse or neglect while living in a facility trusted with their care. Schedule a free consultation today with a Sacramento elder abuse lawyer to discuss how we can help you.
How to Report Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect in Sacramento
If you suspect abuse or neglect, it's crucial to report it to the appropriate authorities. In Sacramento, CA, many agencies accept and investigate reports of senior abuse, but the correct agencies depend on where your loved one lives.
Below are resources for reporting elder abuse in a nursing home in Sacramento County. Note that you can cross-report suspected neglect or abuse to multiple agencies.
Medical or Criminal Emergency
If you believe your loved one is in immediate danger, call 911. Local law enforcement and emergency responders will quickly respond and intervene to protect your loved one's health and safety. This step should be taken before even considering hiring a Sacramento nursing home abuse attorney.
Imminent Danger or Suspected Criminal Activity
If there isn’t an issue that requires immediate attention but you do feel there’s a potential threat to the health or safety of your loved one, reach out to the non-emergency line for local law enforcement.
Sometimes, you may feel your senior loved one or family member isn’t getting the proper care they deserve. If that’s the case, you can make a report to the local California Department of Public Health (CDPH) office. You can also report suspected elder neglect in a nursing home to the CDPH.
The California Long-Term Care Ombudsman program is administered by the California Department of Aging. An ombudsman helps residents handle issues related to personal preferences, day-to-day care, and safety and health issues. Learn more about how a California ombudsman can help you if you suspect abuse or neglect.
Agency on Aging (AAA) Area 4 is the local Department of Aging office that provides services to Sacramento County, including long-term ombudsman services.
Sacramento long-term care ombudsman: (916) 376-8910
You can also submit a report to the Attorney General's Bureau of Medi-Cal Fraud & Elder Abuse (DMFEA). The bureau investigates and prosecutes Medi-Cal fraud and abuse committed by skilled nursing facilities, Medi-Cal providers, and care facility staff members. You can submit a report to the DMFEA online or by calling (800) 722-0432.
Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit for Nursing Home Neglect or Abuse
After reporting issues to the necessary local and state authorities, your next step should be to hire a Sacramento nursing home abuse attorney. A civil lawsuit against the negligent facility allows you to seek compensation for an elderly victim of abuse or wrongful death. An experienced Sacramento nursing home abuse attorney can help you protect your loved one's rights and seek fair compensation to ensure your loved one receives the medical care and quality of life they deserve.
Who Can Be Held Liable for Nursing Home Abuse or Neglect?
Multiple parties can be held liable for nursing home negligence. In nursing home abuse cases, parties who are commonly liable include:
The nursing home facility and its owners – A facility is responsible for negligence, such as understaffing that leads to neglect, failure to ensure staff are properly trained, and unsafe conditions. They are also responsible for the actions of staff operating within the scope of their job.
Nursing home staff members and contractors – This includes individual care providers, supervisors, and administrative staff.
Healthcare providers – Healthcare professionals may be liable for medical malpractice, such as medication errors or failure to diagnose or treat a condition.
Hire a Sacramento nursing home abuse attorney to help understand who is liable in your case.
Compensation Available in Nursing Home Abuse Cases
A civil lawsuit allows injured seniors and family members to recover financial damages and hold the nursing home and other parties accountable. Damages that may be available in a nursing home neglect lawsuit include:
Medical expenses
Pain and suffering
Mental anguish
Loss of enjoyment of life
Out-of-pocket expenses
An experienced Sacramento nursing home abuse attorney at Berman & Riedel, LLP, can help you understand your rights and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Learn more about nursing home abuse lawsuit damages, including factors that affect how much a case is worth and average settlement amounts.
Berman & Riedel, LLP: About Our Nursing Home Abuse Law Firm in Sacramento
Berman & Riedel, LLP, has handled cases involving nursing home abuse and neglect, wrongful death, and medical malpractice for decades. We have handled more personal injury cases under the California Elder Abuse Act than most attorneys who accept such cases. Our law firm is renowned for our advocacy for vulnerable senior citizens and the results we have achieved.
If a loved one has suffered mistreatment in a California nursing home, we are ready to help you. At Berman & Riedel, LLP, we are committed to giving injured clients and their families aggressive representation to hold negligent facilities accountable. Give us a call to connect with a reliable Sacramento nursing home abuse attorney.
Our Elder Abuse & Nursing Neglect Case Results
In just his second year of practice, founding Sacramento nursing home abuse attorney and managing partner William M. Berman secured a $2.2 million settlement for a client. It was one of the largest settlements in California history against a residential care facility for the elderly. Our firm has recovered over $100 million in settlements and jury verdicts for our clients. We are committed to providing you with the same tireless representation to recover compensation from a negligent facility.
Here are the results we have achieved on behalf of nursing home residents who have suffered serious injuries or wrongful death. View our nursing home abuse and neglect case results page to see additional results.
$2.2 million – An Oxnard residential care facility resident died after choking on vomit. Facility staff had intentionally tied the victim's emergency call cord out of her reach after becoming annoyed by repeated calls for help while vomiting.
$1.7 million – An elderly resident died from amputation surgery complications. The surgery was necessary after the patient developed severe pressure ulcers that developed into sepsis.
$1.5 million – A nursing home resident suffered internal bleeding for 26 days before suffering a severe brain hemorrhage and death. Staff had failed to monitor medication levels as her physician had ordered or to seek appropriate medical care as her health worsened.
$910,000 – An elderly nursing home resident died when life-sustaining medication was not administered for 26 days.
$700,000 – An elderly man suffered fatal injuries in a fall after he was overmedicated to keep him quiet.
$600,000 – A resident died from severe urosepsis caused by failure to properly care for the resident's catheter.
$475,000 – A nursing home resident suffered a fatal head injury in a fall. This occurred after staff failed to initiate a fall prevention protocol even though the resident had a well-documented high-risk status for a fall.
$350,000 – A skilled nursing facility resident died after suffering neglect and the improper administration of a vital injection medication.
Cities We Serve in Sacramento County
Berman & Riedel, LLP, accepts nursing home abuse cases throughout Northern California and the entire state. Schedule an initial consultation with a California nursing home abuse lawyer at our law office today to discuss your case.
Antelope • Arden-Arcade • Carmichael • Citrus Heights • Elk Grove • Elverta • Fair Oaks • Florin • Folsom • Foothill Farms • Fruitridge Pocket • Galt • Gold River • Isleton • La Riviera • Lemon Hill • Mather • North Highlands • Orangevale • Parkway • Rancho Cordova • Rancho Murieta • Rio Linda • Rosemont • Sacramento • Vineyard • Walnut Grove • Wilton
Sacramento Nursing Home Abuse Attorney FAQs
When Should I Contact a Sacramento Nursing Home Abuse Attorney?
You should contact a Sacramento nursing home abuse attorney as soon as you suspect neglect, emotional abuse, medication errors, or financial abuse. Many nursing home residents are among the most vulnerable members of society, and early legal help protects their rights. A Sacramento elder abuse attorney can offer a free case evaluation and explain your options under California law.
What Qualifies as an Elder Abuse Claim in a Nursing Home?
An elder abuse claim may involve physical harm, emotional abuse, financial abuse, neglect, or unsafe conditions like untreated bed sores. California law protects nursing home residents from substandard care. A Sacramento nursing home abuse attorney investigates health inspections, care records, and staff actions to determine if abuse or neglect occurred.
What Compensation is Available in a Nursing Home Abuse Case?
An elder abuse lawsuit may help families recover costs for medical treatment, pain, emotional suffering, and the financial burden caused by neglect. A Sacramento elder abuse attorney works to secure a fair settlement that reflects the harm done. Compensation also helps ensure safer care for other nursing home residents.
What Is the Legal Process for a Nursing Home Abuse Lawsuit in California?
The legal process starts with a free case evaluation from a Sacramento nursing home abuse attorney. Your lawyer gathers records, consults experts, and files an elder abuse claim under California law. Many cases resolve in a fair settlement, but your attorney is prepared to go to court if necessary.
Schedule a Free Consultation With a Sacramento Nursing Home Abuse Attorney
Has an elderly loved one suffered serious injuries or died in a Sacramento nursing home? If you suspect they suffered mistreatment, physical harm, or neglect, a Sacramento nursing home abuse attorney can help you investigate what happened and hold the responsible parties accountable.
At Berman & Riedel, LLP, we are committed to fighting for the rights of seniors in California and holding negligent nursing homes, staff members, and medical providers responsible. We will fight for fair compensation on behalf of your loved one.
Our Sacramento nursing home abuse lawyers work on a contingency fee basis. You pay nothing out of pocket for our legal representation. Our attorneys' fees are taken out of your recovery only if we succeed in recovering money on your behalf.
Contact our legal team today by calling (858) 350-8855 to schedule a free case review with a Sacramento nursing home abuse attorney to discuss your case and how we can help you.
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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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