Transcript: Under Georgia law and Federal regulations, nursing homes are required to care for their residents in a reasonably prudent manner in all activities, from feeding, to cleaning, to providing mediations. When a nursing home falls below these standards, and as a result, a resident is injured or passes away, then they are liable for …
Transcript: Nursing homes are obligated under the law to treat our eldest loved ones with dignity and respect. When a nursing home employee fails to act in a reasonable manner when carrying out his or her duties, and as a result, your loved one is seriously injured or killed, then you may have a wrongful …
Transcript: Nursing homes and assisted living facilities owe a duty of care to their residents and are obligated under the law to act with care and compassion. When nursing home staff breaches this duty, and as a result, your loved one is gravely injured or is killed, then you may have a claim against the …
Transcript: No nursing home can prevent every fall that may occur. However, all nursing homes are required to reduce the risk of fall injuries by assessing the risks to each resident. This assessment will govern the types of precautions that the nursing home may take to lessen the likelihood of a fall. When the nursing …
Transcript: Nursing home abuse is a growing problem in Georgia nursing homes and assisted living facilities. However, if you can recognize the signs of abuse, then you can help stop it before it worsens. Here is a list of the telltale signs of nursing home abuse: Bedsores: Bedsores are a preventable injury caused by prolonged pressure …
Transcript: In Georgia, a wrongful death claim is a claim that is brought by the survivors of the decedent for the full value of the life of the decedent. In this type of claim, the survivor, generally the surviving spouse or children, seek amounts for lost future earnings. So for example, if the deceased made …
Transcript: There are several factors that determine when it is right to settle, and every case is different, so there is no simple answer to that question. Once a client meets with us regarding a potential case, our first job as attorneys is to investigate the claims. Investigation means acquiring all pertinent documents and items. …
Transcript: Medicare is an entitlement program that provides health insurance for most Americans aged 65 and older, and to younger persons with certain disabilities and diseases. Since Medicare is an entitlement program, rather than a needs program, a personal injury settlement or verdict will not affect a person’s eligibility to receive Medicare benefits. However, by operation of law, …
Transcript: Social Security Disability Insurance is an entitlement program offered by the Federal Government. Social Security Disability Insurance (SSD), was implemented to provide disability insurance for injured working people and their families. When a taxpayer becomes unable to work, then SSD pays out. SSD eligibility is not based on income or personal resources. Instead, SSD …
Transcript: Another question that we often get is, “how do you calculate compensation in a nursing home neglect or abuse case.” Compensation for injuries due to the negligence or abuse of a nursing home come in two forms: special damages and general damages. Damages are another word for ‘compensation.’ Valuing a case based on special …
