If you believe your loved one is the victim of nursing home abuse, it is important to take steps as soon as possible to get your loved one to safety. Abuse can have lifelong and sometimes life-threatening consequences, and taking the following actions can help you protect your loved one.
Call 911 as soon as possible if your loved one is in immediate danger. Move your loved one away from the nursing home facility if necessary, so that his or her abuser cannot access him or her.
Speak to your loved one about his or her experiences and what he or she would like to do next. Your loved one may not feel comfortable discussing the abuse, so remember to trust your instincts if you believe something is not okay.
Bring your loved one to a doctor or hospital to receive medical attention, if necessary. Save all pieces of documentation from your visits for use in your future claim.
Contact a Denver nursing home abuse attorney with experience assisting victims of nursing home abuse as soon as possible. Your lawyer will walk you through your legal options and help you determine which option is best for you.
Depending on the injury or type of abuse your loved one endured, there will be a statute of limitations, so you should not wait and risk not being able to take legal action. Abuse can be more than simply physical and does not have to result in cuts and bruises. Abuse can be emotional, psychological, sexual, and even involve neglect. The elderly are especially vulnerable to financial exploitation, ranging from theft to bank fraud.
Jordan Law has a  rack record of recovering damages for victims of elder abuse. Nursing homes and other elder care facilities and agencies can be secretive to try to deflect liability. Other patients may be too frightened or unable to come forward. Jordan Law knows how to effectively navigate those roadblocks and uncover the truth. Jordan Law will aggressively pursue those responsible for failing to keep your loved one safe.