Frequently Asked Questions About Elder Care and Nursing Home Injuries

What percentage of the elderly live in nursing homes?

According to the U.S. Bureau of the Census, over 5 percent of the 65+ population … Read more

What does it mean to charge a group or individual with negligence?

Negligence is a term that means carelessness or a breach of an obligation. Negligence is … Read more

Can a doctor deny a patient care?

Physicians do not have unlimited discretion to refuse to accept a person as a new … Read more

What is considered patient abuse?

Patient abuse or neglect is any action or failure to act which causes an injury … Read more

Can a nursing home be sued for negligence?

A nursing home or care facility can be held legally responsible for a personal injury … Read more

Is a nursing home responsible if a person with dementia injures themselves?

A nursing home can be responsible if a person with dementia injures themselves if the … Read more