When you trust an Ohio assisted living facility with the care of your loved one, you expect compassion, dignity, and safety. Unfortunately, assisted living abuse and neglect in Ohio happen far too often, leaving seniors vulnerable to injury, illness, or emotional harm. At Nancy C. Iler Law Firm, our experienced Ohio assisted living abuse lawyers are dedicated to protecting residents’ rights and holding negligent facilities accountable.
Understanding Assisted Living Abuse in Ohio
Assisted living abuse can take many forms, including physical harm, emotional abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect. Warning signs may include unexplained bruises, sudden weight loss, poor hygiene, withdrawal from activities, or changes in mood. Our legal team investigates these red flags, gathers evidence, and works with experts to build a strong case on behalf of your loved one.
Your Legal Rights in Ohio
Ohio law protects assisted living residents from neglect and abuse. Facilities must provide proper supervision, medical care, and a safe environment. When they fail in these duties, you have the right to seek justice through legal action. Our attorneys handle cases involving:
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Physical abuse or assault
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Medication errors and improper care
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Unsafe living conditions
Why Choose Nancy Iler Law Firm?
Our firm has a proven record of success representing victims of elder abuse throughout Ohio. We offer compassionate representation, clear communication, and aggressive advocacy to pursue maximum compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, and punitive damages when appropriate.
Take Action Today
If you suspect assisted living abuse in Ohio, don’t wait. Early action can protect your loved one and prevent further harm. Contact us today for a free, confidential consultation with an experienced Ohio assisted living abuse attorney. We are ready to investigate, fight for justice, and hold negligent facilities accountable.
How are Residents Injured in Assisted Living Facilities?
As an attorney, the cases I review against assisted living facilities usually involve residents who were admitted to a facility despite requiring more care than the facility could provide. Why? Money for assisting living is not covered by government reimbursement (Medicare or Medicaid), so residents’ families pay 100 percent of the costs. That means a lot of money for the facility.
In other cases, although a resident’s condition may be suited to a facility when admitted, assisted care facilities also frequently keep residents whose health has declined and need additional care beyond what the facility can provide. Instead of notifying families that their loved one needs to transition to a skilled care facility, the assisted living facility will want to keep the resident in order to continue earning money for the resident’s care.
It is important to understand the admission criteria for the facility and make sure that your loved one’s level of care matches those criteria. I am concerned with the number of assisting living facilities that market themselves as having specialty units for dementia or Alzheimer’s care. Make sure you understand the care they can provide and their policies for taking action on elder abuse.
Cases and Experience – How We Help
Many lawsuits focus on facilities’ failure to discharge or transfer residents whose medical conditions worsen to a level that exceeds the facility’s resources. Assisted living facilities are often reluctant to discharge residents who are paying customers. The resulting inappropriate care can lead to injury from negligence, medical malpractice, or even elder abuse.
If you are concerned about the care—or lack of care—your family member received in assisted living, please call me for a free consultation to discuss taking action on elder abuse and negligence. Once I learn about the injuries and nature of the treatment suffered by your loved one, I can explain your options and rights.
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