Ontario Bed Sores Lawyers
Every year, thousands of people are abused, neglected and otherwise harmed in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. This is wrong and entirely preventable when nursing facilities, staffs and families work together to focus on providing the highest quality of care for our children, siblings, parents and grandparents.
At Strype Barristers LLP, we work closely with the families of nursing home abuse and neglect victims, working diligently to hold abusive and negligent parties accountable for the damage they have caused. Our Toronto nursing home negligence lawyers have extensive experience in all levels of courts in Ontario, having represented clients in more than 250 personal injury and wrongful death jury trials.
Recognizing the Signs of Elder Abuse
Common injuries sustained in nursing homes and assisted living centres often involve physical abuse that can include bruising and broken bones. Other times, the signs are not as obvious. It can be more difficult to recognize signs of dehydration and malnutrition, especially when you do not have day-to-day contact with a loved one.
Nursing home negligence and abuse is not a one-size-fits-all proposition. There are many forms of negligence and abuse, including:
- Malnutrition and dehydration
- Physical assault
- Bed sores
- Improper supervision
- Medication and prescription errors
- Improper use of restraints
- Failure to treat or diagnose
- Sexual assault
It is imperative for family members to monitor their loved ones as closely as possible in order to identify signs of abuse early on. If you suspect that your loved one is being abused or neglected, we encourage you to contact us as soon as possible, so we can begin gathering evidence and making sure your loved one gets the help they need.
