Representation For Bed And Pressure Sores By Experienced Cleveland Attorneys
Bedsores and pressure sores indicate serious neglect in nursing homes and hospitals. These painful wounds develop when facilities fail to provide proper care, creating devastating health consequences for vulnerable patients. Our nursing home abuse attorneys steadfastly protect the legal rights of patients and fight aggressively to hold negligent facilities accountable for these preventable injuries.
At Goldstein & Goldstein, Attorneys at Law, we’ve successfully represented countless bedsore victims throughout Cleveland and Northeast Ohio. We understand the heartbreak and anger you feel upon discovering your loved one suffers from inadequate care. Our lawyers combine compassionate client service with determined advocacy focused on protecting your family member’s rights and dignity. Don’t let negligent facilities escape responsibility – call us today to protect your loved one’s well-being.
Causes Of Bedsores And Their Legal Implications
Some care facilities take bedsore prevention seriously. However, nursing home and hospital-acquired pressure sores develop when staff fail to regularly reposition immobile patients. Here are the symptoms of pressure ulcers:
- Persistent redness that doesn’t fade within 30 minutes
- Unusual changes in skin color or texture
- Swelling, warmth or hardness in certain areas
- Tender spots or blisters on pressure points
- Drainage from the skin
There are four stages of decubitus ulcers, from minor skin irritation to deep tissue damage, exposing muscle and bone. Unfortunately, there is no quick treatment for severe bedsores, and complications often result. Our nursing home abuse attorneys know proper wound care protocols and can identify when facilities violate their duty of care.
Taking Action Against Negligent Facilities
Instances of nursing home negligence are disturbing. Approximately 11% of Ohio nursing home residents develop bedsores, which is higher than the national average of 8.5%. More alarming is that three out of every four Ohio nursing homes have received citations for failing to prevent pressure ulcers.
If you discover skin breakdown or decubitus ulcers on your loved one, take these immediate steps:
- Document the injuries with photographs
- Request the patient’s complete medical records
- Report the neglect to the facility administrators
- File a complaint with Ohio’s long-term care ombudsman
- Contact our experienced nursing home abuse attorneys
We thoroughly investigate pressure ulcer cases, consulting with medical experts to establish how proper care would have prevented these painful injuries for elderly residents. Our record of success in bedsore litigation demonstrates our commitment to protecting vulnerable patients.
Protect Your Loved One. Call To Schedule A Free Consultation.
If your family member developed pressure sores in a care facility, call Goldstein & Goldstein today at 216-706-9664. Our Cleveland-based team provides the dedicated representation you need to hold care facilities accountable for medical malpractice related to bedsores.
You pay no fees unless we win your case. Call us today or fill out our online form to discuss a potential lawsuit over bedsores with our nursing home abuse attorneys who care about your family’s well-being.