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When a loved one requires full-time care, you trust Akron-area nursing homes to provide safe, professional support. Sadly, some facilities fall short—leading to neglect, mistreatment, or even abuse by staff. If you suspect your elderly relative has suffered harm in a Summit County nursing home, the Akron personal injury lawyers at Kisling, Nestico & Redick are ready to help.
We can file a medical malpractice claim or pursue a wrongful death lawsuit if negligence led to serious injury or death. Our team is deeply familiar with Akron’s long-term care facilities and will fight to get your family the compensation and justice you deserve. Contact us for a free, confidential consultation or call (330) 869-9007 today.
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Abuse of nursing home patients is always intentional. But despite what you may think, it is not always physical. Your elderly loved one can be severely harmed without a nursing home staff member ever laying a finger on them. Psychological abuse can have long-lasting effects, and financial abuse can risk your loved one’s future medical care.
There are many types of elder abuse, including:
Call our Akron nursing home abuse lawyers immediately if you know or believe your loved one has been abused. We are here to help you relative receive the care they need and to hold the abusive party and facility liable for the harm they have caused.
Nursing home neglect can also be willful. One or more people may knowingly fail to care for nursing home patients and the environment like they should.
However, negligent caregivers are often not acting willfully. Instead, they are careless in regard to their duties and your loved one’s health and safety. Nursing home negligence often arises when a facility is significantly understaffed. It also occurs when staff members are under-qualified and under-trained for the tasks they are required to complete.
While nursing home neglect may not be intentional, that does not make it any less damaging. Negligent care can lead to squalid conditions, which in turn may have physical and psychological effects on your elderly loved one. For example, when your loved one is not bathed and given clean clothing regularly, they may experience persistent urinary tract infections. This is not only physically damaging to their health, but it also significantly reduces their quality of life.
When your loved one is suffering due to negligent care, call our Akron nursing home abuse lawyers for help right away.
At Kisling, Nestico & Redick, we believe it is essential that family memas and close friends of nursing home patients do not wait for their loved one to say something is wrong. Many elderly victims of abuse and neglect never speak up. Many others suffer in silence for weeks, months, or years. It is far better for you and other family members and friends to be aware of the signs and red flags of nursing home abuse and neglect.
If you have a loved one living in a care facility, our nursing home negligence lawyers suggest you look out for:
If you notice signs that something is wrong at the nursing home, and your loved one is physically and/or emotionally suffering, call our attorneys as soon as you can. We will look into the situation, involve the appropriate civil and criminal authorities, and help your loved one receive the medical attention and daily care they need.
Nursing home neglect and abuse can remain pervasive because elderly victims often do not come forward right away. They are in no way to blame for their hesitancy. Many victims of abuse and neglect, no matter their age, feel ashamed and embarrassed. These are significant hurdles to overcome to tell someone what is happening to them. Seniors may be threatened by their abusers. They may fear the treatment will get worse if they speak up. Also, many older adults are not believed. If their complaints are not clear and confident, other staff members, family members, and friends may think a senior is confused or suffering from age-related memory loss.
For all of these reasons and more, you cannot rely on your loved one to tell you when something is wrong. You should be aware of the signs of elder abuse and neglect. If you notice them, have a talk with your loved one. If they remain silent, but you are still convinced something is wrong, you can report the issue to civil authorities. If your loved one has been deemed incompetent, you may be able to act on their behalf.
When there are clear signs of nursing home neglect and/or abuse, do not hesitate to speak with our Akron nursing home abuse lawyers. Our experienced nursing home abuse and neglect attorneys at Kisling, Nestico & Redick are here to listen to your situation. Contact us today to learn more about your options moving forward.
Under Ohio Revised Code (ORC) Section 5101.63, many professionals are required to report suspected elder abuse, neglect, or exploitation. The list of mandatory reports includes, but is not limited to:
These professionals and many others are required to contact their county’s job and family services department.
If you are concerned for yourself or a loved one regarding elder abuse or neglect, there are many resources available to you and your family. Various state agencies and organizations can offer information regarding elder and nursing home abuse and neglect. Many offer guidance on what to do when you suspect a loved one is being harmed.
Some resources for seniors and their families include:
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If you believe your loved one is being harmed due to nursing home neglect or abuse, or you have proof neglect or abuse has occurred, call Kisling, Nestico & Redick to discuss your legal options. We will look into the situation, and if there is a valid claim for neglect or abuse, we can represent your loved one in a claim against the facility. If your loved one passed away due to the harm they suffered, our Akron nursing home abuse lawyers can represent you and your family in a wrongful death lawsuit.
Some damages you may be entitled to are your:
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If you believe your loved one is being harmed due to nursing home neglect or abuse, or you have proof neglect or abuse has occurred, call Kisling, Nestico & Redick to discuss your legal options. We will look into the situation, and if there is a valid claim for neglect or abuse, we can represent your loved one in a claim against the facility. If your loved one passed away due to the harm they suffered, our Akron nursing home abuse lawyers can represent you and your family in a wrongful death lawsuit.
If you suspect a loved one is being abused in an Akron nursing home, document visible injuries, take notes, and report concerns to the Ohio Department of Health or Summit County Adult Protective Services. Then call KNR. Our attorneys can investigate and act fast to protect your family member.
Signs of neglect in Akron facilities include bedsores, unexplained weight loss, poor hygiene, infections, or frequent falls. Behavioral changes like fear, withdrawal, or aggression may also indicate neglect. KNR can help you determine if legal action is warranted.
Yes. If your loved one was harmed by abuse, neglect, or poor care in an Akron-area nursing home, you may be able to file a personal injury claim or wrongful death lawsuit. KNR can evaluate the facility’s responsibility and guide you through the legal process.
Liability can fall on individual staff, administrators, third-party contractors, or the nursing home itself. KNR’s nursing home abuse lawyers in Akron will identify all liable parties and fight to hold them accountable for the harm caused.
Under Ohio law, you typically have two years to file a nursing home abuse claim. However, the timeline may vary based on when the harm was discovered. Contact KNR in Akron as soon as possible to protect your rights and preserve evidence.
Yes. If your family member died due to abuse or neglect in an Akron nursing home, KNR can help you pursue a wrongful death claim for funeral expenses, loss of companionship, and other damages.
KNR works on a contingency fee basis, meaning you pay nothing upfront. We only get paid if we recover compensation for you. Our Akron team offers free consultations and is available 24/7 to discuss your case.
