Every year, thousands of seniors are neglected, abused, or exploited in elder care facilities and nursing homes. Many of these elderly victims are vulnerable and frail and are unable to take care of themselves. They have to rely on other people to take care of even their simplest needs.

The issue of nursing home abuse and negligence is so predominant that all 50 states have passed some kind of elder abuse prevention legislation.

The first step in protecting your elderly relative or friend from abuse is to be aware of the signs. An elderly resident at a care facility might exhibit some kind of physical injury, such as bruising. Infections because of bedsores that are not treated, malnutrition, or dehydration might all be signs of nursing home neglect.

If you think that a patient is not being properly taken care of at a care facility, there is a good chance that other residents there are also being neglected.

The Berniard Law Firm would like to hear from you if you are worried that your elderly friend, loved one, or family member is a victim of nursing home negligence or abuse anywhere in Louisiana.

Call The Berniard Law Firm at (504) 527- 6225 or contact us online. Your first consultation to talk about your legal options with us is FREE.