Many nursing home residents receive professional care in a safe environment, but some experience abuse and neglect. If you believe your loved one has suffered due to the negligent or careless act of another, our Rockville nursing home abuse lawyers will use their decades of team experience to fight for the justice your family deserves.
At Jenner Law, our desire to ensure your welfare will guide the conversation as we present the legal options that best fit your family’s needs. Call us today for a free case consultation and learn more about hiring a Rockville personal injury lawyer.
Recovering Compensation After Nursing Home Abuse in Rockville
Receiving financial compensation for the harm your loved one experienced will not erase what happened. However, the funds may help build a positive future for them.
There is no guarantee that your loved one will recover a set dollar amount for the losses they suffered. However, your Rockville nursing home abuse lawyer can work to prove negligence and establish liability, which may entitle your loved one to several economic and non-economic damages, including:
- Medical expenses related to the abuse, such as surgery, medical treatment, physical therapy, and prescriptions
- Expenses associated with relocating to another long-term care facility
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of quality of life or enjoyment of life
- Mental anguish, fear, depression, and anxiety
The amount of damages your loved one may recover depends on the losses and level of negligence involved. Our Rockville nursing home abuse attorneys will explain what this means as your case progresses so that you and your family clearly understand what to expect.
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What You Can Expect from Working With a Rockville Nursing Home Abuse Attorney
Our personal injury attorneys have spent years working within the legal realm of personal injury and different types of abuse in Maryland. At Jenner Law, our depth of knowledge in this field is extraordinary. If we believe we can help you and your loved one, our general approach to a case such as yours is the following:
- Our legal team will establish an open line of communication with you, clearly explaining what to expect in each step of the process and involving you in every decision.
- After hearing your story, we will investigate the elder abuse, searching for evidence in medical records, CCTV, eyewitness statements, facility records, and elsewhere to support our claims.
- Once we have the necessary proof, we will identify the liable party and help you compile and file a compensation claim with the responsible party’s insurance company.
- We will negotiate with the insurance company on your behalf. Most personal injury cases settle in the negotiation phase, but if the insurer denies your claim or does not hold negotiations in good faith, we will prepare for trial and help you seek a compensation judgment in court.
Every case is different. Schedule a visit to talk with one of our Rockville nursing home malpractice lawyers at Jenner Law about your next steps.
Jenner Law Helps Nursing Home Abuse Victims in Rockville
Our nursing home abuse attorneys approach each case as a team effort. Thirty-five years of aggressively fighting for our clients have brought several million- and multi-million-dollar compensation settlements and judgments into the hands of those who’ve been harmed.
The clients who come to us are usually going through difficult times, but many take a moment when it’s all over to reflect on the care our team provides:
- “Team Jenner, my five stars goes to Chelsea Miller. We really appreciated her help in getting us through a difficult process. She always kept in touch with us and explained everything in terms we could understand. In my professional opinion she is an excellent asset to the Jenner Law Firm. Thank you.” – Stephen T.
- “Jenner Law Firm was absolutely amazing from start to finish. Jake and Taylor were easy to get in contact with and responded very quickly. There were times I would get frustrated and they were very patient. I appreciate everything they did for me. Thank you both!!!” – Crystal A.
- “Jenner Law has your back! They will fight for you with all they have and be sure to keep you up to date during the entire process. They are patient and understanding, answered any and all questions promptly day or night . . . Would highly recommend!” – Amilee
The No-Stress Cost of Legal Representation
Jenner Law will provide a free, no-obligation case consultation to you and your family. During this time, we’ll learn about your case and answer your questions about the legal process.
If we feel we can help you, and you agree, we will proceed on a contingency fee basis. This means you pay no attorney fees unless we win a compensation settlement or verdict for you. You pay nothing if we don’t win.
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The Statute of Limitations to File a Nursing Home Abuse Lawsuit in Rockville, Maryland
A nursing home abuse case is a type of personal injury case. Nearly all such cases reach a settlement during negotiations, but if we cannot settle your case and you want to pursue a personal injury lawsuit, you must do so within three years of the discovery of abuse, per Md. Code Ann., Cts. & Jud. Proc. § 5-101. Failure to follow this timeline may result in the court barring you from seeking a compensation verdict.
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Recognizing the Warning Signs of Nursing Home Abuse
Nursing home neglect or abuse comes in many forms, so family members must be aware of what to look for during visits to keep their loved ones protected. Common types of elder abuse include:
- Medical abuse, which can come in the form of improper treatment, withholding necessary treatment, or sloppy administration of medications
- Lack of overall welfare, including not providing adequate hygiene or nutrition or not giving physical assistance when needed
- Emotional abuse, which may include yelling at, threatening, or lying to the patient
- Physical abuse, which can result in obvious injuries to your loved one
- Sexual abuse, which can result in physical and emotional trauma
Sometimes, the only outward sign of abuse is a change in your loved one’s behavior. If you notice they are exhausted, fearful, depressed, or confused, these and other signs may indicate abuse.
Our Rockville Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers Are Here to Help
If you suspect nursing home staff is abusing or neglecting your loved one, don’t hesitate to contact Jenner Law today. A Rockville nursing home abuse lawyer from our team will help you determine what is going on and take action to protect your loved one.
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