On behalf of Goode Law Office, PLLC | Jul 1, 2020 | Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
Pressure ulcers affect about a fourth of all residents in long-term care facilities. If detected and addressed very early, bedsores are usually not a problem at all. However, even a slight diagnosis or treatment delay could mean that these injuries become...
On behalf of Goode Law Office, PLLC | Jun 22, 2020 | Medical Malpractice, Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect, Premises Liability
Briefly, falls cause most nursing home stays. And, falls extend most nursing home stays. Fall injuries are the leading cause of nursing home admissions. Additionally, roughly two-thirds of residents slip and fall at least once during their stays. Most of these victims...
On behalf of Goode Law Office, PLLC | Nov 7, 2019 | Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
There are many areas of concern when considering placing a loved one in failing health in a nursing home facility. While the possibility that a beloved family member could be a victim of abuse or neglect while in the care of staff is a serious worry, there is another...
On behalf of Goode Law Office, PLLC | Oct 9, 2019 | Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
In the search for a suitable placement for a failing loved one, one of the most pressing needs is ensuring his or her safety. In spite of diligent research, there remains the concern that a resident could suffer from neglect or abuse. Kentucky residents will soon have...
On behalf of Goode Law Office, PLLC | Sep 10, 2019 | Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
Some of the most important decisions in life involve finding trusted care for loved ones. When help is sought for an elderly family member in failing health, the facility selected is trusted to provide appropriate care. Unfortunately, there are frequent reports...
On behalf of Goode Law Office, PLLC | Aug 15, 2019 | Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
The decision to place a failing family member in a nursing home may come with some anxiety over the quality of care. A report from 2016, from the Inspector General’s Office for the Department of Health and Human Services, noted that approximately 20%...
On behalf of Goode Law Office, PLLC | Jul 18, 2019 | Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
It is no secret that nursing homes struggle to retain adequate staff. A recent study found that approximately 75% of these facilities are chronically understaffed by registered nurses. Kentucky residents who have loved ones in nursing homes may have reason to worry...
On behalf of Goode Law Office, PLLC | Jun 6, 2019 | Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
Families who have a loved one in failing health due to age or illness take every measure possible to find a qualified nursing home. Unfortunately, in spite of a family’s best efforts, there remains a possibility that a resident will become a victim of...
On behalf of Goode Law Office, PLLC | May 9, 2019 | Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
Those who have served their country are entitled to be treated with respect and dignity, especially as they age. When failing health requires skilled care, assistance is often sought through Veterans’ Administration facilities. Kentucky residents should be able...
On behalf of Goode Law Office, PLLC | Apr 10, 2019 | Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
Seeking the best care for an ailing loved one is never an easy undertaking. In spite of the effort put into researching the qualifications of a nursing home, there is always the worry that a loved one could suffer harm from neglect. Kentucky residents who are seeking...
