Many many skilled nursing facilities have been revealed to be a hotbeds of neglect and abuse that put its residents at risk of grave danger and […]

What is elder abuse? In general, elder abuse refers to intentional or neglectful acts by a caregiver or “trusted” individual that lead to, or may lead […]

When a party who has engaged in arbitration in good faith, is unable to afford to continue in such a forum, that party may seek relief […]

The family of a nursing home resident who died — at least in part, due to pressure ulcers — can pursue punitive damages in a wrongful […]

What are the signs of Elder Abuse? About 1 in 10 Americans over age 60 have experienced some form of elder abuse, according to the National Council on […]

When you are admitted to a nursing home, you will be asked to sign an admission agreement that explains your rights and responsibilities and those of […]

A Carmichael nursing home supervisor admitted she was ordered to alter medical records of a 92-year-old patient, who died after developing rotting bedsores. The state fined […]

The Peck Law Group, a California Professional Law Corporation has been fighting / advocating for the rights of Nursing Home Residents in the State of California […]

Arbitration: When the language, format, and font used in the written arbitration agreement did not comply with the requirements of Health and Safety Code, section 1599.81, […]

Decide the Type of Power of Attorney There are four major types of power of attorney in California that you have to choose. Durable – Allows […]