Skilled Nursing Facility Responsible For Neglect Due to Pressure Sores, Infections, and Dehydration According to Van Nuys Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Lawyer Steven Peck

Written by Adam Peck Category: Nursing Homes January 23rd, 2013 1 min read

A elder abuse suit is being filed based upon claims that a skilled nursing facility is responsible for a family member’s death.

Recently, a resident elder, was admitted to a Nursing & Rehabilitation Center according to a complaint filed with the Superior Court indicates Los Angeles Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Lawyer Steven Peck.

The Elder resident suffered fractures, dehydration, infections and pneumonia while she was a resident of the nursing home, causing death, according to the suit.

The defendants failed to take reasonable steps to prevent, eliminate, and correct deficiencies and problems in resident care; failed to properly assess, for the risk of development of pressure sores and infection; failed to provide a proper mattress and bedding including protective devices and pressure relief devices; and failed to provide the elder with adequate and appropriate wound care, including timely dressing changes, so as to prevent the aggravation and deterioration of pressure sores..

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Written by Adam Peck

Expertise: Personal Injury

Adam J. Peck, ESQ is a principal with Peck Law Group, APC. In 2008, Mr. Adam Peck received his Juris Doctorate from Whittier Law School where he graduated Cum Laude. His practice is primarily dedicated to representing Elders, Dependent Adults, along with their loved ones and family members, who have suffered horrific personal injuries.