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Protect Your Loved Ones With A Nursing Home Malpractice Attorney

When you make the decision to put an elderly parent or a disabled relative in a nursing home, assisted living center or other long-term care administrator, it is fair to expect that they will be properly cared for and treated with respect. Unfortunately, this trust is sometimes violated by negligent or indifferent nursing home employees.

At Slater Law, LLC, in Des Moines, Iowa, our nursing home malpractice attorneys fight aggressively to protect the rights of nursing home residents and their families. Our attorneys bring more than 40 years of combined experience to our elder abuse practice and understand what it takes to obtain positive results.

Whether you have just recently noticed signs of neglect or you have already confronted the nursing home about what you are seeing, it is important to talk to an experienced attorney as soon as possible.

Nursing Home Neglect And Abuse Is Not Uncommon

Tragically, acceptable standards of nursing home care are violated every day across the United States, and our area is no exception. We are dedicated to protecting those who are vulnerable to such abuse and neglect and handling a variety of claims on their behalf, including claims involving:

  • Bedsores/decubitus ulcers: Painful sores from prolonged pressure, common in bedridden residents
  • Falls and fractures: Injuries from falls due to inadequate supervision or unsafe conditions
  • Medication errors: Mistakes in administering medications, leading to severe health complications
  • Physical and sexual abuse: Serious abuse by caretakers causing lasting trauma

We will pay close attention to the details, thoroughly investigate your case and seek full compensation for both physical and emotional damages. You can rely on us to use our knowledge, skills and resources to obtain a result that takes care of the unique needs your loved one has. We are committed to your needs and will provide you and your family with the best personal service we can.

Malpractice In Other Caregiving Facilities

Abuse and neglect are not limited to nursing homes and can be found in other instances of caregiving. We also assist when loved ones suffer in assisted living facilities or from home health care providers.

Assisted living facilities, offering more independence, can still harbor neglect and unsafe conditions. With the less watchful staff at these homes, residents can suffer serious falls, bedsores or malnourishment.

Home health care providers, who are meant to offer personalized care, can also be negligent, leading to serious harm. Reckless or abusive staff can fail to treat a resident, give them needed medical support or maintain a resident’s hygiene.

You Do Not Have To Handle This Alone

Every case is different, so it is important to get in touch with an experienced Des Moines nursing home abuse lawyer as soon as possible. We will evaluate the facts carefully in order to help you reach a settlement. Contact us today for a free consultation by using our website or calling 866-412-5937 and start helping your loved ones heal.