Home Health Care Provider Malpractice Representation

Last updated on May 31, 2024

Home health care providers offer a valuable service by allowing patients to remain in their homes despite medical needs, enabling them to retain much of their normal lives. However, negligence by these providers can lead to serious injuries and complications. When a home health care provider engages in malpractice, it can take skilled legal action to hold them accountable.

At Slater Law, LLC, our Iowa attorneys are dedicated to seeking justice for patients harmed by home health care provider malpractice. Pursuing these claims on your own can be challenging, which is why we are here to guide you through every step of your claim, starting with identifying the negligence your loved one experienced.

Identifying Negligence In Home Health Care

Negligence can be a hard thing to spot in only a few visits to your loved one’s home. When a client comes to us for help, we take the time to review their claim for common signs that might indicate negligence, including:

• Poorly trained staff: Caregivers who lack proper training or qualifications to handle a patient’s specific medical needs can cause serious harm.
• Inadequate monitoring: Insufficient supervision or monitoring can lead to missed medical issues or emergencies.
• Medication errors: Incorrect dosage or medication administration can result in severe health complications.
• Falls: Improperly setup home environments or lack of assistance can lead to dangerous falls.
• Bedsores: Neglecting to reposition bedridden patients can cause painful and potentially life-threatening bedsores.

These forms of negligence can have devastating consequences for patients, including increased medical issues and a decline in their overall health. If you have noticed signs like these in your loved one, reach out to us for the next steps in the claims process.

The Beginning Steps Of A Malpractice Claim

If you suspect that a loved one is suffering due to negligence from a home health care provider, it is crucial to act swiftly to prepare for your claim. First, document everything related to the malpractice as thoroughly as possible. Be sure to keep records of any incidents or errors, as well as their details, whenever they happen. This information is vital for a strong malpractice claim.

Next, reach out to our team as soon as you can. Our experienced nursing home malpractice attorneys are here to help you review your options, gather more evidence and develop a personalized claim to hold the provider accountable. We are here to advocate on your behalf through every step of your claim in our pursuit of the justice you deserve.

Advocate For Your Loved One’s Safety

If you believe that your loved one has suffered from the malpractice of a home health care provider, call our West Des Moines office today at 866-412-5937 or email us here to schedule your initial consultation today. With our legal services, you can focus on your loved one’s health while we see you through your claim.