Stabbing Incident in Assisted Living Facility in Camarillo – Assisted Living Facility Injury Attorney

The incident occurred on Saturday, February 19, 2022, shortly before 9 a.m. According to reports from the Camarillo Police Department, a 64-year-old man repeatedly stabbed another man – and even severed part of his ear. Both the suspect and victim are residents of a Camarillo assisted-living facility. Officers responded to the incident and found the victim, who has not been identified with multiple stab wounds and a severed ear. He was transported to a local hospital to treat his injuries.

The attacker, who has since been identified as 63-year-old Raymond Cortinas, was taken into custody. He faces the felony charges of premeditated murder and mayhem. Although the incident is still under investigation, the police stated that the suspect seemed to attack “for no apparent reason” and that the men knew each other prior to the incident.

Without a doubt, this is an unfortunate incident. However, it highlights the issues present in assisted-living facilities where some of the most vulnerable people live. Unfortunately, some of these facilities fail to take the necessary steps to keep their facilities safe for their residents – ultimately leading to incidents that could have been prevented.

If you or a loved one suffered injuries in an attack at an assisted living facility, then you might have grounds to file a lawsuit against the owner of the facility. If you are unsure of your rights and would like to discuss your legal options, don’t hesitate to contact to contact us as soon as possible. Here at Downtown L.A. Law Group, our lawyers have decades of experience handling all sorts of injury claims, including assault and battery claims after attacks in assisted living facilities and other premises. Our injury attorneys are ready to evaluate your claim and help you recover a fair settlement for the harm suffered.

Different Types of Facilities for the Elderly

There are a few different types of facilities for the elderly. Most of us are familiar nursing homes (sometimes called skilled nursing facilities). These facilities focus on providing more medical care when compared to other types of facilities. Typical services provided in nursing hones can include nursing care, meals, assistance with day-to-day activities, 24/7 supervision, etc. Some nursing homes also provide rehabilitation services for their residents (physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy, etc.). Assisted living facilities, on the other hand, are focused on helping with some care – but not as much as nursing homes. They might provide help with services like laundry, personal care, meals, etc. These facilities also typically have 24/7 supervision, on-site security, and staff present. Another type of facility includes board and care homes. These facilities are typically much smaller than nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Although residents have access to help with personal care and meals and have staff around 24/7, they do not get any nursing care of medical care.

Regardless of the type of facility, their residents should be safe within the premises of the facility.