If you notice lesions on your elderly loved one, you might actually be looking at physical proof of negligence. These lesions could be something known colloquially as bedsores, or pressure ulcers in medical terminology. But what are bedsores? How they come to be may...
Nursing Home Negligence
What does financial and emotional abuse look like?
As your loved one ages or becomes more reliant on healthcare providers or nursing home staff, you have to hope that he or she receives adequate care. Unfortunately, this is not always the case. According to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, elder abuse...
How does the state ensure nursing home safety?
Nursing home safety is a concern for everyone. Tax money often goes to assist facilities that care for the elderly, and many people of this age receive government medical insurance. Because of this, the state has an interest in ensuring facilities offer safe care to...
What are the four stages of severity for bedsores?
Bedsores, often called pressure ulcers or decubitus ulcers, occur when an individual is bedridden or lacks the ability to regularly reposition themselves. The pressure caused when a body part meets the surface of a bed or wheelchair can cut off the blood supply and...
