Nursing homes have a responsibility to treat their residents with care and professionalism. Unfortunately, nursing home residents sometimes face neglect, lack of care, and abuse. This disturbing problem is not as rare as it should be.
Research by New York state government agencies shows that approximately 260,000 elderly people are the victims of abuse each year. Some of this mistreatment occurs at the hands of family members and other caretakers. But the vast majority of these abuse cases take place in long-term care facilities.
You deserve compensation if your family member or someone you love has suffered neglect or abuse in one of these facilities. No amount of financial recovery will ever undo the pain and suffering of your elderly family member. However, retaining a qualified nursing home abuse lawyer allows your family to hold the abusive nursing home responsible for the harm that they have caused your loved one.
It can be very difficult to secure financial compensation after a family member has faced abuse or neglect at a long-term care facility. Uncooperative insurance providers represent one of the most common barriers to financial recovery. While it may seem perfectly reasonable to speak with an insurance company to deliver your side of the story, be very careful.
You should understand that insurance providers are not your friends. They do not have your best interests in mind. These companies regularly record phone conversations, sometimes without your consent. They can even use small comments that you make against you at a later date if your claim requires court action. If your loved one has faced neglect or abuse, an uncooperative insurance company can add to the level of stress that your family is experiencing.
To avoid this problem, speak with a trusted nursing home abuse lawyer first. The friendly and professional legal team at Shaevitz & Shaevitz Law Offices will bring our extensive legal expertise to bear on your case. We will work hard to secure the greatest possible compensation for you and your loved ones.