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Nursing Home Negligence Lawyer In Jacksonville FL

Its can be hard to watch our parents and other loved ones age. And it is especially hard to be a caregiver. So when it came time to make the decision to admit your loved one into a nursing or long-term care facility, it probably came with extra precaution to make sure your loved one would be well taken care of. But what happens when the nursing home you chose is not providing the care and support that they said they would?  Unfortunately, a lot of Nursing home abuse and neglect goes undetected and therefore, unreported.

What is nursing home abuse and neglect? 

Florida law provides that the nursing resident has the right to be free from mental and physical abuse. (Fl. Stat. §400.022). Nursing home abuse and neglect can take several different forms:

  • Physical
  • Mental
  • Emotional
  • Financial

Abuse is a broad term and encompasses many actions, behaviors and treatments. It can range from negligence and disregard to intentional mistreatment, violence and disrespect. Abuse and neglect are not the same, but they may overlap.

What is nursing home neglect?

Nursing home neglect is the failure of the nursing home staff to provide reasonable care for residents. Nursing home neglect is generally the result of indifference, oversight and carelessness. Either way, this type of treatment is NOT OKAY.

These types of claims may be pursued as both a criminal charge (if brought by the Government) or through the civil court system by the victim or their family.

It’s important to remember that there is a statute of limitations for bringing a nursing home abuse or neglect claim. In Florida, any action for damages brought under this part shall be commenced within 2 years from the time the incident giving rise to the action occurred. If you suspect your loved one has been the victim of nursing home abuse or neglect, contact our office for a free consultation and speak with an attorney about your case immediately.

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