The death of a loved one in a nursing home is always difficult — but when that death is caused by neglect or abuse, it is devastating. Sadly, many nursing home deaths in Cincinnati could have been prevented with proper care, supervision, and timely medical attention.
As a nursing home wrongful death lawyer, I and my firm fight for families in Cincinnati and surrounding areas who have lost loved ones due to nursing home negligence. Our goal is to hold these facilities fully accountable. Legal action not only brings justice and financial compensation but can also prevent other unnecessary deaths in the future, so no other family has to suffer the same tragedy.
We help families uncover the truth about what happened to their loved one and hold negligent nursing homes accountable. Our goal is to pursue justice, secure answers, and ensure that the same tragedy doesn’t happen to another family.
What Is a Nursing Home Wrongful Death Case?
A nursing home wrongful death claim is a civil lawsuit filed when a resident dies due to the negligent, reckless, or intentional actions of a facility or its staff. Common causes of wrongful death in nursing homes include:
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Untreated infections or sepsis
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Malnutrition and dehydration
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Failure to respond to medical emergencies
If your loved one’s death could have been avoided with proper care, you may have grounds to file a wrongful death lawsuit.
Your Legal Rights in Ohio
Under Ohio law, a nursing home can be held financially responsible when its negligence causes the death of a resident. Wrongful death lawsuits may allow surviving family members to recover compensation for:
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Funeral and burial expenses
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Medical bills related to the final illness or injury
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Loss of companionship and emotional support
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Mental anguish and suffering
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Loss of financial support the deceased provided
Our firm investigates thoroughly — reviewing medical records, interviewing staff and witnesses, and working with medical experts — to build a strong case for your family.
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Is the Nursing Home Liable for a Resident’s Death?
Proving nursing home liability in an Ohio wrongful death case requires more than just showing that a resident passed away. The legal argument must demonstrate that the death was preventable and caused by negligence—meaning that the nursing home failed to meet an accepted standard of care.
How Medical Experts Establish Liability in Ohio Nursing Home Cases
During the trial process, medical experts (often physicians) play a critical role in carefully reviewing the resident’s medical records, physical condition, and the care they should have received. Their testimony helps establish:
- The resident’s pre-existing medical conditions and limitations before the injury or death.
- The standard of care required based on those conditions.
- How the nursing home failed to meet this standard.
- How this failure directly led to the resident’s injury or death.
For example, in the choking-related case above, medical experts would review the resident’s history and determine whether a proper dietary assessment should have been conducted. If the nursing home failed to conduct this medical assessment, ignored warning signs, or neglected proper care, leading to the resident being fed solid food despite the known risk, the facility could be held legally responsible for their death.
By presenting clear medical evidence and expert testimony at trial, we hope to demonstrate that the resident’s death was not simply an unfortunate event, but a preventable tragedy caused by the nursing home’s negligence.
Why Choose Nancy Iler Law Firm
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Medical Insight: Nancy Iler’s background as a registered nurse helps her understand complex medical issues and spot facility failures.
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Experience You Can Trust: Over 30 years representing families in nursing home abuse and wrongful death cases across Ohio.
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Aggressive Advocacy: We hold nursing homes, corporate owners, and insurers accountable for the harm they cause.
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Compassionate Support: We guide you through the legal process with sensitivity while fighting for the justice your family deserves.
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No Fees Unless We Win: We work on a contingency fee basis — you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nursing Home Wrongful Death
Q: How do I know if my loved one’s death was wrongful?
A: If your loved one’s death resulted from neglect, abuse, or a preventable medical error, you may have a wrongful death case. Our firm can review the medical records and facility reports to determine whether negligence played a role.
Q: How long do I have to file a wrongful death lawsuit in Ohio?
A: In most cases, the statute of limitations for wrongful death in Ohio is two years from the date of death. It is critical to act quickly so evidence can be preserved.
Q: Will filing a lawsuit improve care at the facility?
A: While every case is unique, legal action can force nursing homes to make changes, improve policies, and prevent future harm to other residents.
Q: Can I afford a wrongful death lawyer?
A: Yes. We handle all cases on a contingency fee basis, which means there are no upfront costs and no attorney’s fees unless we recover compensation for your family.
Get Help from a Cincinnati Nursing Home Wrongful Death Attorney
Your family deserves answers — and accountability — when a loved one dies because of nursing home neglect or abuse.
Call Nancy Iler Law Firm today for a free, confidential consultation with an experienced Cincinnati nursing home wrongful death lawyer.
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