The coronavirus pandemic has driven up hand sanitizer sales by a wide margin. American hand sanitizer sales grew by almost 800% in the early months of the outbreak. Unfortunately, faulty hygiene products have also made it to consumers’ homes, increasing chances of poisoning. In recent times the FDA has seen an increase in hand sanitizers …
Nursing home abuse lawyers at Pintas & Mullins report that, following an investigation by the Oklahoma Attorney General’s Office, two workers at a Beckham County nursing home were recently charged in connection to the death of a 76-year-old resident. The 28-year-old Granite, Oklahoma woman charged with the resident death is a certified nurse at the …
One of the most critical, uncomfortable, and intimidating aspects of placing a loved one in a nursing home is planning how to pay for their care. Long-term care in the United States can cost six figures per year, and many people do not realize that health insurance does not cover long-term care. Our nursing home injury …
Choking presents a significant risk to elderly adults. Every nursing home has a responsibility not only to respond promptly when choking occurs but also to create conditions that minimize residents’ risk of choking. There are several ways that nursing homes may contribute to a choking accident that may allow for the worst possible outcome by …
In every nursing home throughout the country, staffing levels directly affects the quality of care residents receive. Far too many nursing homes are understaffed, under-funded, and not giving residents the comprehensive care they need. Nursing home abuse lawyers at Pintas & Mullins highlight a recent investigation by the Center of Public Integrity, which found that …
A recent report of an unsafe Humboldt Park nursing home calls attention to the chronic problem of understaffed nursing homes that choose to put profits ahead of patient safety. In Illinois and around the country, nursing homes are attempting to cope with growing budget restraints by cutting down on the number of employees. Sadly, although these staff …
A bill drafted by the office of Illinois Attorney General Lisa Madigan and signed into law by Governor Bruce Rauner will expressly allow cameras in nursing home residents’ rooms. The law will go into effect on January 1, 2016. Our team of nursing home abuse lawyers commends this measure and encourages residents and concerned loved …
A large Kentucky Corporation, which owns in excess of twenty nursing homes and elderly care facilities, is seeking to lease several of the facilities following many prolonged and costly lawsuits for nursing home abuse and neglect. It appears this corporation thinks it will be more lucrative to avoid any future liability by simply leasing these …
Trans Healthcare and Trans Health Management, nursing home companies that controls a chain of nursing homes throughout the country seems to be continuously fighting off lawsuits, bad press, and claims of fraud. Bruce Rauner, the candidate for Illinois Governor, is snared in these issues, as his former company is accused of scheming to avoid liability …
Sepsis is a life-threatening condition resulting from infection. Almost any infection can lead to sepsis, including those located in the lungs, urinary tract, skin, and the small or large intestines. Sepsis affects 1.5 million Americans each year. Among the most vulnerable are nursing home residents. It may be difficult for residents to identify a worsening …
It feels like just yesterday that everyone was over for Christmas dinner, reminiscing about holidays past. Yet somehow, we are already in the New Year. This time brings with it the prospects of a fresh start, potential opportunities, and endless possibilities. Individuals pause in their busy lives to reflect on what is important to them. …
An elderly woman was recently the victim of a sexual assault at a Kindred-owned nursing facility. Reports indicate the facility is still providing substandard care and putting all residents in immediate risk of harm. Even more concerning to our skilled Illinois nursing home abuse lawyers is that the threat of harm may not be limited to a …
As the baby boomers age, more and more families have to face the difficult but necessary decision of how to care for their elderly loved ones. Home health care aides are the fastest growing occupation in the country, estimated to increase by 70% by 2020, according to data by the U.S. Department of Labor. Elder …
A New York nursing home fell short of giving its patients basic care amid the fierce tantrums of Sandy, the worst hurricane to strike New York City in close to 80 years. This was revealed in the course of interviews with five employees, shelter directors and federal, city, and hospital officials. Our nursing home neglect …
Psychological damages are not easily noticeable in the elderly, which is why you want to keep an eye out for the signs. Psychological abuse takes a mental toll on victims, as they can face constant fear or can feel threatened. If you suspect that a loved one is facing psychological damage, it is important to …
A daughter from Texas caught horrific video from the nursing home where her 93-year-old mother was staying after implanting a hidden camera in her room. That led to the arrest of a worker. ABC 13 reports. The footage allegedly shows Tracy Thompson abusing her charge at Grace Care Center in Tomball, Texas. The cameras were placed …
Nursing homes are intended to be places where the elderly can comfortably live out their golden years with the support of a trained nursing staff. Although medical professionals are present, residents don’t always receive the care they deserve or need. In fact, they may be at greater risk if proper care isn’t taken. If you have a …
Elder abuse lawyers at Pintas & Mullins report on a particularly egregious story of malpractice and elder negligence that occurred at Gulf Health Care Center in Port Arthur, Texas. The family of 66-year-old Levi Washington Jr., recently filed a lawsuit against the facility for allowing the man to develop severe pressure ulcers, which eventually caused …
Nursing home abuse lawyers at Pintas & Mullins report that, despite federal mandates requiring them, more than 1,200 nursing homes throughout the U.S. do not have automatic sprinkler systems. This puts residents of those facilities in grave danger should a fire ever erupt. The law was published on March 13, 2008 and applies to all …
U.S. senator questions the government about their response and action to reports of nursing home abuse and privacy violations made on social media. Delaware senator Thomas R. Carper recently sent a letter to Jocelyn Samuels, the director of the Office for Civil Rights. In his correspondence, the senator asks Samuels about what the U.S. Department of …
According to federal and state laws, nursing home residents have the right to be free from physical and chemical restraints. To prevent falls, at-risk residents are typically given alarms so they can request help when they need to get up. The nursing home injury lawyers at Pintas & Mullins report on a troubling new effort …
In honor of World Alzheimer’s Day, Pintas & Mullins would like to spotlight a particularly insidious and often-ignored problem. The overuse and misuse of antipsychotics among nursing home residents with dementia is dangerous, rampant, and illegal. We urge anyone with a loved one suffering from dementia in a nursing home to be aware of the …
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), one-fourth of people aged 65 and older suffer at least one fall per year. Roughly 3 million elderly people receive treatment in a hospital emergency room for a fall injury annually. Nursing home residents are also susceptible to potential falls and their resulting injuries. If …
Illinois Governor Quinn recently signed into law two pieces of legislation that will help nursing home residents voice concerns about their care. The first law, effective immediately, allows these complaints to be submitted electronically rather than only over the phone. Nursing home negligence lawyers at Pintas & Mullins explain these new laws and how nursing …
Unfortunately, every year we hear of reports involving violent behavior, sexual abuse, theft, neglect and other unacceptable actions towards nursing home residents. Because of this, our Chicago nursing home neglect lawyers encouraged by Illinois’ ambitious state plan to shift mentally ill, adult nursing home residents into community-based programs. However, this plan doesn’t appear to be …