Abuse Neglect and Mistreatment Statistics: According to a recent study nearly 1/3rd of all nursing homes in California were cited for federal and state violations of laws and statutes pertaining to proper nursing home care of the elderly. In another study over 50% of nursing home staff admitted to some form of mistreatment of the elderly in the past year; with the most prevalent being nursing home staff elderly neglect.
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Unlike physical abuse, emotional abuse does not entail a physical contact, but is damaging nonetheless. Emotional abuse can be verbal, such as threats, humiliation, yelling or degradation; it can also be nonverbal, such as isolation, confinement, or placing the elderly under a constant state of fear. It is important to look for signs of emotional abuse, as victims might become increasingly angry or depressed, or demonstrate increased levels of anxiety.
Sexual elder abuse is not unlike any type of sexual assault. It is the non-consensual contact by one person on the elderly person. However, sexual elder abuse does not necessarily require touching. Sexual elder abuse includes exposing the elderly to pornographic materials, forcing them them to watch sexual acts, or making them undress against their will.
Neglect is another form of elder abuse that can take many forms. Elder neglect can arise when the designated caretaker fails to render the proper level of care to his patient. Generally, such instances occur when the needs and wants of the patient are neglected. Such issues can cause emotional trauma, feelings of abandonment and possible physical harm for failure to administer proper medical care or treatment. When the caretaker either fails to remedy such concerns in a timely manner or appoints a caretaker who is not qualified to assist in such matters, then they can be held liable for injuries suffered.
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Abuse in the form of physical or sexual harm occurs in old age or convalescent homes and often goes un-noticed. Aside from criminal liabilities, such establishments or homes can face serious civil liabilities. When employees of such establishment fail to render proper aid or act in a manner which further such abuse both the employer and employee can be held liable for the harm.
Sadly, elder abuse and nursing home abuse has far less reporting rates than other types of abuse. This is due to several factors, such as shame or embarrassment by the victim, or the perpetrators ability to keep the elderly quiet. Other times, the elderly are simply muted or ignored, leaving them helpless in the face of abuse. Therefore, it is important to look for several physical and behavioral signs that might portend to one of the types of elder abuse mentioned above.
Signs of elder abuse include:
Behavioral signs of elder abuse:
Time requirements for filing your claim are subject to a number of different factors and are governed by applicable statute of limitations. However, victims can have up-to three or four years to file a claim for injuries. When there is a conscious disregard for the rights of the victim then a lawsuit can be a proper method of resolution. While each claim can be different these time limitations are subject to the type of injury suffered. It is important to have a qualified elder abuse attorney evaluate your claim and properly assess your damages.
Elderly victims are often some of the most vulnerable in our society. They lack the means necessary to properly seek justice for the harm suffered. Many are left without proper legal representation which can cause delays in filing their case. Our los angeles personal injury law firm cares for the rights of the elderly and will aggressively fight for their representation. Our elder abuse attorney will make sure that your rights are protected and will take measures to alert the proper authorities and take all needed measures to ensure their future safety. For those who receive SSI or SDI benefits we will make sure that your settlement does not discontinue your benefits.
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