Relentless Pursuit of Accountability for Nursing Home Negligence and Abuse
When our elderly family members are no longer able to care for themselves, we rely on trained professionals to help. Nursing homes and assisted living facilities are supposed to be safe places, in which family members receive compassionate, attentive medical care. Unfortunately, elderly individuals are often neglected and abused in nursing homes. With more than 24 years of personal injury experience, attorney van der Veen has been presented with this horrific reality all too often, and simply will not tolerate it. Look to van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim for aggressive representation and compassionate commitment to you and your family. Our Philadelphia nursing home negligence attorneys hold responsible parties accountable for the harm inflicted on vulnerable loved ones.
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Recognizing the Signs of Nursing Home Abuse and Negligence
Generally speaking, certain signs and symptoms may be indicative of nursing home negligence or abuse:
- Bruises, burns, and other visible marks
- Sprains or broken bones
- Bed sores
- Poor hygiene and unattended physical needs
- Unmet medical care and treatment
- Depression or isolation
- Weight loss or gain
- Incorrect medication administration
- Fear of, or uneasiness, around caregivers and nursing home staff
- Unexpected or unexplained death
Our firm has knowledgeable Philadelphia nursing home negligence attorneys who are best positioned to assess whether your family member is a victim of negligence or abuse. If you have reason to suspect that a family member has been a victim of abuse or neglect at the hands of a care provider, enlist my help immediately. In these cases, you need an aggressive, formidable attorney who can take the perpetrators of nursing home abuse and neglect head on. Having earned a reputation as the toughest, hardest-working attorney in Philadelphia, attorney van der Veen and his legal team do not rest until they have achieved complete justice for you and your loved ones.
Holding Responsible Parties Accountable for Nursing Home Negligence and Abuse
The penalties for nursing home abuse span criminal and civil laws. Individuals found guilty of nursing home abuse can face misdemeanor or felony criminal penalties, including fines and jail time. Nursing home negligence claims give rise to a civil lawsuit, through which victims and their families seek monetary recovery from responsible individuals and institutions. As Philadelphia’s only nursing home negligence and abuse attorney who is active in both civil and criminal court, attorney van der Veen has an unparalleled understanding of these legal disputes. Our law firm has helped countless families across Pennsylvania and New Jersey seek compensation on behalf of elderly family members. Having a Pennsylvania Super Lawyer on your side can deliver the exceptional, favorable results you need.
What is The Statute of Limitations for Nursing Home Negligence in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania law has a two-year statute of limitations for these cases. This means that you have two years from the date on which the negligence occurred in which to act. It is difficult, however, to determine this date in nursing home negligence cases. Often, negligent acts occur over the course of months—even years. Through a detailed investigation into the facts and circumstances of your case, our Philadelphia nursing home negligence attorneys act quickly to ensure that your right to pursue legal action is preserved.
If the Health and Safety of Your Family Member are at Stake, Call our Skilled Philadelphia Nursing Home Negligence Attorneys Before it’s Too Late
In the critical moments after suspecting nursing home abuse, swift action to protect your loved one is paramount. Once they are safe, it's time to seek justice. We invite you to view our Nursing Home Abuse Overview Video for a concise explanation of your legal options and the steps we can take together. Then, reach out to van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim for a free initial consultation. Our Philadelphia nursing home negligence attorneys are committed to crafting a strategy that not only seeks to win your case but also to uphold the dignity and safety of all those in care facilities. Holding negligent parties accountable is a powerful step toward safeguarding our community.
Call (215) 486-0123 or contact us online. We work around-the-clock for clients and are available to you at any hour of the day or night.
