Nursing Homes are supposed to provide a supportive and safe place for our elderly when they require care and can no longer live on their own. Most facilities operate at a high standard, but unfortunately not all do so.
Nursing Homes must have plans in place to prevent foreseeable accidents that can cause pain and life altering injuries to our loved ones. But often they don’t have those plans, or they don’t follow those plans. When that happens, it’s time to call Lenahan & Dempsey at 1.888.5362426.
We know how to get your loved on the compensation they deserve following a Preventable Accident in a Nursing Home.
Common Causes of Failure To Prevent Accidents in Nursing Homes Across Pennsylvania
Preventable Accidents in Nursing Facilities can include falls, medication errors, equipment-related injurie and more. Some common causes include:
- Inadequate Staffing – Failure to maintain proper staffing levels can lead to a lack of supervision and assistance for residents, increasing the likelihood of preventable accidents.
- Allowing Unsafe Environments - Hazards such as wet floors, cluttered hallways, slippery/uneven surfaces, or poorly maintained equipment can create dangerous conditions that lead to preventable injuries.
- Neglect of Medical Needs – Our loved ones in Nursing Homes often need to take multiple medications. Failing to properly watch over the medication process can lead to overdoses, missed dosses, and more that can cause otherwise preventable accidents and illnesses.
- Poor or Lack of Ongoing Staff - When staff members are not properly trained or do not receive ongoing training, it increases the risk of preventable accidents.
- A Failure to Implement Safety Protocols & Procedures – This is becoming more common across the state and nation. Nursing homes must have safety measures in place, including regular assessments and prevention programs. A failure to implement these protocols can lead to accidents.
Legal Responsibilities of Nursing Homes Under Pennsylvania Law
Under Pennsylvania law, nursing homes have a duty to provide a standard of care that ensures the safety and well-being of their residents. When they fail to do so, we see a rise in otherwise preventable accidents among Nursing Home residents.
Closely Monitor Your Loved Ones Care
Families need to be vigilant for signs that may indicate neglect or abuse related to preventable accidents in nursing homes, including:
Repeated Injuries - Multiple incidents involving a single resident or across the facility can suggest systemic issues related to care.
Unexplained Injuries - Injuries that occur without a clear explanation may indicate negligence or abusive behavior.
Poor Communication – This is a red flag we all need to watch for - a lack of transparency from staff regarding incidents or medical conditions is very concerning.
Lenahan & Dempsey Protects Your Family Members in Nursing Homes
Those in Nursing Homes are likely already in a fragile state. That is even more reason Nursing Homes need to stay on top of rules, procedures, training and laws that help reduce the risk of Preventable Accidents. When they fail to do so, call us. We know how to win these cases for you and your family. 1.888.536.2426.
Our success in winning Hundreds and Hundreds of Millions for our clients for all types of serious injuries has led to Judges and our peers voting us for inclusion in The Best Law Firms in America, and we are listed as a Tier 1 Law Firm (the highest rating). Eight of our lawyers are listed in Best Lawyers in America and eight are listed as Pennsylvania Super Lawyers. Three, including Firm President John Lenahan, Jr., Managing Partner Timothy Lenahan and Attorney Matthew Dempsey are listed in The Top 100 Lawyers in Pennsylvania (out of over 48,000 Pennsylvania lawyers).
Timothy Lenahan is also Best Lawyers in America’s Top Insurance Lawyer for his representation of the injured fighting against large insurers for the region of Northeastern/Central Pennsylvania and the Pocono Mountains. He has previously been named Best Lawyers Top Personal Injury Lawyer for that region for his work fighting for the rights of injured people. Nursing Home Failure To Prevent cases are often dominated by highly complex insurance issues, and Timothy Lenahan’s professional background can help you get the outcome you deserve.
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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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