Negligence in nursing homes and assisted living facilities is a nationwide problem. Unfortunately, cases of elder abuse are reported far less often than they should be. According to the National Council on Aging, up to five million elderly are abused…
Navigating the complexities of elder abuse laws in Virginia, one frequently asked question arises: is there a statute of limitations on elder abuse? This question is crucial for families and individuals considering legal action against nursing home negligence. Yes, there…
It's never easy to decide that your loved one must move into a nursing home, and choosing the right one is difficult. But whether you are evaluating a residential facility or visiting your loved one after admission, it's important to…
Any nursing home requires qualified and experienced staff in order to provide treatment and care to its residents. When there's a shortage of nurses and other essential employees, the quality of care suffers. Unfortunately, industry-wide staffing shortages are depriving residents…
When you place your loved one in a nursing home, you have every right to expect that the nursing home’s staff will look after their well-being. Unfortunately, staffers do not always provide the level of care they are required to…
According to the National Council on Aging (NCOA), anywhere between one in ten to one in three nursing home residents will suffer from abuse or neglect at the hands of nursing home staff and administrators. Many experts agree that the…
Moving an elderly parent or vulnerable loved one into a nursing home is never easy. Virginia families put an enormous amount of trust into assisted living centers. Sadly, these facilities do not always live up to their legal and ethical…