Not all nursing homes and elder care facilities live up to the promises they make in their glossy brochures. Learning that your beloved elderly family member suffered abuse at the hands of those you trusted with their care is devastating. If your family member was harmed by nursing home neglect or abuse, contact Wells Trumbull to speak with a trusted Marysville personal injury lawyer.
Why Choosing Wells Trumbull Might Be Right for You
The team at Wells Trumbull is committed to advocating for injury victims through compassion, communication, and professional excellence. When you bring your case to us, you can expect the following:
- We take the time to get to know your family, allowing us to present a more compelling claim based on the unique circumstances of your case
- We provide a thorough investigation, personalized strategy, and a carefully calculated list of your damages to seek the maximum compensation and a sense of justice for your loved one
- Our track record of exceptional results, including multi-million dollar settlements and court awards for our injured clients, brings a well-respected voice to your case
After a free consultation, we go to work for you at no upfront cost, only collecting our fee after first recovering compensation for your family.
What Constitutes Nursing Home Abuse In Marysville, WA?
Washington nursing homes have a legal duty of care they must uphold to their residents, requiring them to provide skilled daily care with respect for each individual’s human dignity. Sadly, around 5 million elderly Americans experience abuse each year. There are five common types of nursing home abuse that occur in Marysville and elsewhere.
- Neglect, or the failure to provide basic care, nutrition, hydration, and medications
- Physical abuse, including unlawful restraint, hitting, punching, kicking, and other forms of physical assault
- Emotional abuse, or yelling, name-calling, belittling, berating, bullying, or intentional isolation
- Sexual abuse, or any unwanted sexual penetration or molestation
- Financial abuse, or unlawfully gaining access to an elderly resident’s financial accounts and making unauthorized transactions
Nursing homes are often understaffed and experience high staff turnover rates, resulting in overwhelmed or inexperienced caregivers, increasing the likelihood of abuse.
Common Signs of Nursing Home Abuse In Marysville
If your elderly loved one is in a nursing home, it’s essential to remain watchful of signs of abuse, regardless of the facility’s promised quality of care. Common signs that your loved one is experiencing abuse include the following:
- Sudden weight loss
- Dry, cracked skin and lips
- Unkempt appearance, lack of adequate hygiene
- Unexplained injuries
- Bloodied clothing or bedding
- Unclean room, bathroom, and bedding
- Uneaten meals and untouched drinks (indicating lack of assistance during mealtimes)
- Broken personal items, like glasses, dentures, and hearing aids
- Missed medication doses or signs of overmedicating
- Chafing around the wrists or ankles, or other signs of unlawful restraint use
- Changes in mood or behavior, such as anxiety, depression, and social withdrawal
- Unauthorized transactions in their financial accounts
- Reluctance to speak in front of caregivers
If you suspect nursing home abuse, it’s crucial for the elder to have an immediate medical assessment with a provider who is unassociated with the nursing home.
If your loved one died from suspected nursing home abuse, your family may be able to pursue a wrongful death claim to recover compensation and seek justice. Contact a dedicated wrongful death attorney in Marysville to learn more about your legal options.
Contact Wells Trumbull to Speak to a Marysville Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer
While no legal process erases egregious nursing home abuse, a successful claim against the liable party may help your family recover compensatory damages, including financial losses and non-economic damages for pain, suffering, and emotional anguish. Call an experienced nursing home abuse lawyer from Wells Trumbull today to learn more about your legal options.