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 […]

A Virginia family is suing their mother’s former nursing home over her death following a fall. The woman, Fannye Doris Holden Scruggs Rorer, was an amputee […]

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 […]

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 […]

What are signs that a nursing home resident is being sexually abused? Physical indicators of sexual abuse include: Bruises around inner thighs, the genital area or […]

Flores, a patient, sued the Hospital for general negligence and premises liability. Flores pled she injured her left knee and elbow when the bed rail collapsed, […]

How is Premises Liability Determined? Premises liability law involves legal responsibility (“liability”) of a land or property owner in injuries or other damages suffered by persons […]