Quick Answer: How do I know if my parent was abused?
Warning signs include unexplained bruises, sudden weight loss, bedsores (pressure ulcers), dehydration, untreated infections, and emotional withdrawal. If your loved one died unexpectedly, we can investigate the circumstances.
The Understaffing Crisis
Most nursing home abuse stems from one cause: understaffing. Facilities cut corners to maximize profits, leaving overworked aides unable to properly care for residents. The result is preventable suffering and death.
Signs of Nursing Home Neglect
Bedsores (Pressure Ulcers)
Stage 3 and 4 bedsores are almost always preventable with proper repositioning. They indicate severe neglect.
Dehydration & Malnutrition
Residents who cannot feed themselves depend on staff. Weight loss and dry skin are red flags.
Falls & Fractures
Repeated falls suggest inadequate supervision or failure to follow care plans.
Medication Errors
Wrong medications, missed doses, or overdoses can cause serious harm or death.
Types of Cases We Handle
- Physical abuse: Hitting, rough handling, improper restraints.
- Sexual abuse: A horrifying reality in understaffed facilities.
- Emotional abuse: Humiliation, isolation, verbal threats.
- Financial exploitation: Staff or facilities stealing from residents.
- Wrongful death: Deaths caused by neglect, infection, or delayed treatment.
How We Investigate
- Staffing records: We subpoena schedules to prove understaffing.
- State inspection reports: Oklahoma publishes nursing home deficiency reports.
- Medical records: Complete chart analysis for care gaps.
- Witness interviews: Former employees often reveal systemic problems.
Case Criteria
- Serious Injury or Death: Bedsores, fractures, sepsis, or wrongful death.
- Facility Negligence: Evidence of understaffing or policy violations.
- Oklahoma Facility: Nursing home located in Oklahoma.