St. Louis Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer
Missouri & Illinois Elder Abuse Attorney
Nursing home abuse is one of the most tragic types of cases we handle. Families put all of their trust in the nursing home staff to take care of their elderly family members. Unfortunately, the nursing home industry has become a billion dollar business, and with that, corners are constantly being cut to save costs. In all of our experience, there always seems to be two truths when elder abuse occurs. The nursing home is always understaffed and overworked. In fact, a 2001 investigation reported by the U.S. House of Representatives revealed that one-third of nursing homes were cited for abuse violations over a two-year period.
Cases for neglect can arise from:
- Pressure sores (bed sores or decubitus ulcers)
- Dehydration and malnutrition
- Physical or sexual assault
- Defective bed rails
- Misuse of restraints
- Negligent Care
As a Missouri and Illinois Nursing Home neglect attorney, one of the first things we do in a case is obtain the records from the nursing home. These records include the resident's chart, the nursing home's policies and procedures manual, and the staff schedules. If you believe you have a possible nursing home neglect or elder abuse case, contact
St. Louis Injury Lawyer Josh Myers. It's always free to discuss your case and their are never any hourly fees.
What To Do If You Suspect Neglect
If you suspect a Missouri or Illinois nursing home is guilty of neglect, keep records of the possible abuse by taking pictures and writing detailed notes about everything that seems out of the ordinary.
You should also report the suspected abuse to appropriate Nursing Home Neglect/Elder Abuse agencies. Both Missouri and Illinois have 24-hour hotlines.
How Did Your Nursing Home Score
- Visit the website for Nursing Home Ratings to see citations received by various nursing homes across the country.
- Also, visit the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services webpage for inspection results of all long-term car facilities in Missouri.
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View the
U.S. Government's listof the worst nursing homes in America. The following are the Missouri and Illinois nursing homes revealed in a 2008 Medicare report of the country's worst nursing homes.
- Missouri's Worst Nursing Homes
- Jefferson City Nursing and Rehabilitation
- Madison Medical Center
- Parkside Manor (West Village Manor)
- Senior Estates
- St. Elizabeth Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center
- Illinois' Worst Nursing Homes
- Alden Park Strathmoor
- Berkshire Nursing & Rehab
- Embassy Health Care Center
- Harrisburg Care Center
- International Village
- Mcallister Nursing & Rehab Center