Asked by user in California. Answered by Enjuris Editors.
The California Welfare and Institutions Code §15600 (along with several other federal and state laws) prohibits retirement facilities from neglecting residents, which includes the failure to provide medical care for a resident's physical and mental health needs, as well as the failure to exercise the degree of care that a reasonable person would exercise in the same situation.
If a manager of a retirement facility refused to assist (or failed to allow an employee to assist) a resident in distress, the nursing home would likely be liable for any injuries that result.
Learn more about California nursing home abuse and neglect laws.