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Proposed Federal Rules Aim to Make Suing Nursing Homes Easier for Nursing Home Neglect & Abuse

Nursing home neglect and abuse are devastating to seniors, who depend upon a nursing facility to provide them with the care they need. Unfortunately, many seniors and their families are prevented from filing civil lawsuits against nursing homes because admissions papers signed when entering facilities have binding arbitration clauses. These arbitration clauses can make it...

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The Status of Nursing Home Abuse on Medicaid’s 50th Anniversary

Medicaid and Medicare turned 50 in July. Together, these two programs have helped millions of poor and elderly residents receive the medical care they deserve to maintain their health. While Medicare pays for most medical services for seniors, including some rehabilitation services, Medicaid is the primary payer for nursing home care. Together, Medicaid and Medicare provide...

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How Do Arbitration Clauses Impact Birmingham Nursing Home Abuse Cases

Victims of nursing home abuse and neglect might be able to obtain compensation for losses and damages by filing a civil lawsuit against the nursing home. Experienced attorneys know how to handle such complicated cases. Unfortunately, some nursing home residents unknowingly give up their right to pursue a lawsuit if abuse or neglect occurs. Seniors...

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Investigation Into Nursing Home Understaffing Earns Accolades

The Center for Public Integrity published a ground-breaking investigative report into understaffing in nursing homes. The report identified myriad problems in care facilities designed to protect and provide for vulnerable seniors. The Center for Public Integrity has now received an award for its important role in drawing attention to the dangerous understaffing and substandard care...

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Only 18 Months in Prison for Abuse of Paraplegic Patient

Nursing home neglect is a serious problem with devastating consequences for the most vulnerable victims. A civil lawsuit filed with the help of an experienced nursing home abuse lawyer can help deter abuse by holding nursing home facilities financially accountable. Criminal penalties imposed on abusers can also punish wrongdoing and deter others from harming seniors...

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Protecting Elder Orphans from Abuse

Nursing home abuse and neglect are serious problems and can affect any senior. Often, those victimized by abuse or neglectful behavior are not able to speak out and take action on their own behalf to stop the behavior. Their loved ones - usually a spouse or children - are often the individuals who identify when...

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Defining Sex Abuse In Birmingham Nursing Homes

Sexual abuse of nursing home residents is one of the most insidious forms of abuse that can occur in Birmingham, Homewood, Mountain Brook, Vestavia Hills and surrounding locations. A nursing home abuse attorney knows when staff members engage in sexual abuse of residents, the physically and psychological impact of the abuse can be devastating. Likewise,...

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