We trust Nursing Homes to take care of our most fragile loved ones. The majority of Nursing Homes do their best to provide quality care, however, there are those that do not live up to a promise to deliver a high standard of care. Failing to provide timely medical treatment to a sick or injured resident is one of the most egregious forms of Nursing Home Negligence that falls under the heading of Delayed Medical Treatment.
When medical treatment is delayed or denied, it can lead to severe outcomes, including worsening health conditions and even death. In Pennsylvania, delayed medical treatment can fall under nursing home negligence laws, which are designed to protect residents’ rights and ensure they receive the care they deserve.
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Call us at 1.888.536.2426 with any questions or a free no obligation case consultation on all forms of Nursing Home Negligence and Abuse, including the Delay of Medical Treatment.
Delayed Medical Treatment Can Be A Form of Nursing Home Negligence
Delayed medical treatment occurs when a nursing home fails to provide proper and timely care for an injury or illness to a resident. This can include, but is not limited to:
- A nursing home resident’s symptoms are overlooked or not properly assessed.
- Medical orders from physicians are not followed promptly.
- Necessary medical equipment is not available, accessible or in working order.
- Residents are not transported to medical appointments or emergency care in a timely manner.
In Pennsylvania, such delays can have serious implications, leading to preventable complications, chronic pain, or even death.
Bringing A Delayed Medical Treatment Lawsuit on Your Behalf
In Pennsylvania, the law provides a framework for addressing nursing home negligence including delaying medical treatment. To establish a case of negligence, the following elements must be established:
- Duty of Care – We must show the Nursing Home had a legal obligation to provide a certain standard of care to the resident.
- Breach of Duty – The Nursing Home staff failed to meet saccepted tandards, which can include delayed medical treatment.
- Causation – The delay in providing care must be shown to have directly caused harm or worsened the resident’s condition.
- Damages – The resident or their family must show the delay resulted in harm, such as medical bills, pain and suffering, or loss of quality of life.
Seeking Compensation
When Lenahan & Dempsey lawyers take on your case, we will see a variety of compensation on your behalf, including:
Medical expenses - Costs for additional treatment required due to the delay.
Pain and suffering - Compensation for physical pain and emotional distress endured.
Loss of enjoyment of life - If the delay resulted in a reduced quality of life, this can be factored
into a claim.
Punitive damages - In cases of gross negligence, courts may impose additional penalties on the nursing home to deter future misconduct.
What to Do If You Suspect Delayed Medical Treatment in A Pennsylvania Nursing Home
If you suspect that a loved one is experiencing delayed medical treatment due to nursing home negligence, you should contact us immediately and do the following:
- Seek Medical Attention - Ensure that the resident receives the necessary medical care as soon as possible.
- Document Everything Related to Your Suspicion - including any observed delays in treatment, as well as any communications with nursing home staff.
- Call us at 1.888.536.2426 as early as possible.
What Can You Expect When Working With Lenahan & Dempsey
We have recovered Hundreds and Hundreds of Millions for our clients across almost all fields of Personal Injury, Insurance Bad Faith and Workers’ Compensation law.
We fully understand the physical, emotional, and financial toll a case can take on victims and their families. Our highly dedicated team of lawyers and paralegals can point to a history of success supporting our clients and winning the money they need to rebuild their lives.
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