You expect your loved one to receive attentive care in their nursing home. If they did not and were injured in an accidental fall, we can help you pursue compensation. Our Fort Washington nursing home falls lawyers will investigate their fall, the nursing home, and its staff. Our investigation will prove the negligence that led to their fall and build a strong case for financial recovery.
Leave all the hard work to our results-driven law firm. Our Fort Washington nursing home abuse lawyers have a collective experience of 70 years, and we will deal with the insurance company and all the legal issues that govern your claim. We will file your lawsuit on time and represent you on a contingency fee basis. Contact our consultation team at Jenner Law for a free review of your nursing home claim.
Our Fort Washington Nursing Home Falls Lawyers Offer Personalized Legal Care
Your loved one has the right to receive proper care, attention, and supervision in their nursing home facility. If they did not receive adequate care and suffered an accidental fall, we can help you pursue financial compensation. Our Fort Washington personal injury lawyers will:
- Compile your loved one’s medical records
- Identify and consult geriatric medical experts
- Document your loved one’s expenses and losses
- Build a case file that supports your injury claim
- Locate and interview eyewitnesses
- Respond promptly to your questions and concerns
We also handle settlement negotiations for you. While we take care of all the details of your legal claim, you can focus on your injured loved one. Our legal team will ensure your case receives the detailed attention it needs and deserves.
Get Compassionate Legal Service and Support When Your Family Needs It Most
The cost of hiring a lawyer does not have to compel you to take on the long-term care facility or its insurance company on your own. At Jenner Law, we only handle cases on a contingency fee basis. Here is what that means for you:
- We do not charge any upfront fees
- We cover all case-building expenses
- You pay nothing out of your pocket
If your case does not result in compensation for you, you will not owe us any legal or attorney fees at all. Plus, our commitment to legal care tailored to your specific needs means you will not get lost in the shuffle, will always know where your case stands, and will be able to reach us at virtually any time.
For a free legal consultation with a nursing home falls lawyer call,
(888) 585-2188
How Falls Affect Nursing Home Residents Physically and Emotionally
An accidental fall can cause serious physical injuries to anyone. According to research by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), they can be even more serious for older adults. The types of debilitating injuries a fall might cause include broken hips, head injuries, and fatalities.
Commonly reported causes of falls in nursing homes include:
- Being moved improperly
- Debris in their walking path
- Lack of safety rails on beds
- Inadequate lighting
- Unresolved spills on floors
- Lack of needed assistance
This list is not exhaustive. During your free initial consultation, we will listen to your account of the incident. We will identify any act of negligence that could entitle you to compensation and develop a personalized legal strategy for financial compensation.
Proving Negligence in a Nursing Home Fall Case
Proving the nursing care home was negligent in caring for your loved one is the key to recovering damages. Those elements include the following:
- Duty of care: The nursing home’s obligation to provide care that meets the acceptable standard and protects your loved one’s rights.
- Breach of duty: Evidence that the nursing home staff or administration did not meet its required duty of care.
- Causation: Proof that the actions of the nursing care facility or staff were the cause of your loved one’s fall.
- Damages: The economic and non-economic damages your loved one suffered because of their fall.
Our Fort Washington nursing home falls attorney will gather evidence to prove negligence and identify the cause of your loved one’s fall. Get your free initial consultation from a Jenner Law team member today.
Maximizing Compensation for Injured Nursing Home Fall Victims
Md. Cts. & Jud. Proc. Code § 11–109 defines the types of damages you can recover for your nursing home claim. Our legal team will assess and document the following damages:
- Medical bills, including emergency room care, ambulance fees, hospitalization, and follow-up care
- Rehabilitation costs, including assistive devices, physical therapy, and prescribed medications
- Pain and suffering, including physical, mental, and emotional discomfort, and diminished quality of life
- Wrongful death damages (if applicable), including funeral and burial expenses and loss of inheritance, guidance, and companionship
Recovering damages is just one aspect of your claim. If warranted, we will pursue punitive damages and report the nursing home to the appropriate authorities.
Maryland Law Limits the Time You Have to File Your Nursing Home Lawsuit
Personal injury lawsuits, including nursing home abuse cases, are subject to a state-imposed time limit. Per Md. Cts. & Jud. Proc. Code § 5-101, you generally have three years to file your lawsuit.
If you do not file your lawsuit on time, you could be prevented from filing it at all. You could also be left with no available legal avenue to pursue compensation for damages. Our Fort Washington nursing home falls attorneys can help you avoid the costly consequences of non-compliance. We will ensure your lawsuit is filed on time and in the appropriate court.
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Discuss Your Claim with a Fort Washington Nursing Home Falls Attorney Today
If someone you love fell in their nursing care facility because of neglect or abuse, your family could be entitled to compensation. We will investigate the fall and deal with the insurance company on your behalf.
Our Fort Washington nursing home falls lawyers will fight for your family with compassion and kindness. Learn how we can help you recover monetary compensation for your loved one’s injuries. Contact our consultation team at Jenner Law for your free claim evaluation.
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