Thousands of elderly adults suffer from nursing home abuse and negligence in Metro Atlanta. It is a sad fact and the victims of this abuse are often unable to speak out. It is important to look out for and recognize the signs. It is a difficult choice to put a beloved parent or grandparent in a nursing home, but there often is not another option. When a care provider at a nursing home causes harm or injury to a resident, this is completely unacceptable. This is why having resolute nursing home abuse attorneys representing your family is critical. Neglect and abuse cases can be extremely traumatizing to all parties involved. You need a lawyer who is steadfast and detail-oriented to handle your case. At York Gaskill, we take any type of nursing home abuse or negligence very seriously. Contact us today for a free consultation.
Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect Lawyers Duluth, Lawrenceville, Suwanee
At York Gaskill, we understand the sensitive nature of these types of cases and the guilt and fear that can go along with them. We are nursing home abuse & neglect lawyers who help clients in Duluth, Lawrenceville, Suwanee and Metro Atlanta. There are so many complex regulations and laws that govern nursing homes, which is why it is so important to choose a law firm with a pronounced depth of knowledge and skill-set to properly handle your case. No matter the challenges that arise, we will continue to fight for you. Common signs of nursing home abuse and/or neglect include bed sores, sudden mood changes, constant crying and major weight loss. No level of abuse or neglect is acceptable. Whether your loved one is suffering in unsanitary conditions, is being physically or verbally abused or is not receiving the proper medications, they need to be protected. We will be there for them and your entire family. Our team is highly effective when it comes to nursing home abuse & neglect claims and lawsuits. Contact us to learn more about how we can help.
Common Signs of Nursing Home Neglect or Abuse
Depressed or frightened
Sudden mood swings or anxiety
Use of physical restraints
Unexplained bruises or fractures
Malnutrition or sudden weight loss
Poor personal hygiene
Lethargy
Significant increase in medication or sedation
Bed sores
Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect Lawsuits
For decades, the lawyers at York Gaskill have been providing compassionate and skilled representation for people who have been abused or neglected in Georgia nursing homes. We believe that a full recovery starts with you gaining the confidence that you have a legitimate claim and an attorney who will fight for you. It is important to understand that your loved one has legal rights that must be protected. In nursing home abuse and neglect lawsuits, victims may be entitled to:
Medical expenses
Out-of-pocket costs
Pain and suffering
It is important that the victims of this type of negligence be fully compensated. The lawyers at York Gaskill believe that everyone should be treated with dignity and compassion. Dependent senior citizens are such a vulnerable population, and we have to shield them from those that would take advantage of them or cause them harm. We have decades of experience dealing with nursing home abuse & neglect cases. Let our expertise and fortitude work for you. Contact us
for a free consultation.
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York Gaskill, LLC is a law firm in Duluth, GA specializing in Personal Injury, Employment & Labor, Civil Litigation, Bankruptcy & Debt, Corporate & Business Transactions
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