Louisiana Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers
Our Elder Abuse Attorneys Have Recovered Over $1 Billion for Our Clients
Nursing home abuse is a grievous crime that causes immense emotional, physical, and financial harm. Institutional elder abuse doesn’t stem from isolated instances but from systemic issues rooted in corporate hiring and staffing policies. At Clayton, Frugé & Ward, we understand this issue from every angle, having successfully represented victims of nursing home abuse throughout Louisiana. If you suspect your loved one has been victimized by their caretakers, it’s crucial to consult an experienced elder abuse lawyer from our firm. You need an advocate with a proven track record if you want to take on the nursing home industry.
Call (225) 209-9943 now to discuss your legal options with our Louisiana nursing home abuse lawyers in a free consultation. Our clients pay nothing until we've recovered what they need.
The Multifaceted Impact of Nursing Home Abuse
Nursing home abuse impacts the victim and their entire family in various ways. The financial cost of switching facilities quickly or obtaining specialized care for the abused are burdensome. This is to say nothing of the emotional trauma suffered by victims and loved ones, as well as physical injuries, which often need long-term medical care.
Victims of nursing home abuse also face severe psychological injury, from loss of trust to depression and anxiety disorders. These psychological damages sometimes have a more lasting impact than even the physical injuries, affecting quality of life and overall well-being. Given the relative fragility of its victims, nursing home abuse can also shorten life expectancy, robbing both the elderly and their families of precious time together.
Types and Signs of Nursing Home Abuse
Nursing home abuse manifests in multiple forms—financial abuse, physical abuse, sexual abuse, verbal abuse, and neglect. Each type comes with its own devastating set of consequences and signs.
The signs of abuse include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Unexplained decrease in standard of living or loss of funds
- Unexplained bruises, bone breaks, or wounds
- Sudden mood changes or social withdrawal
- Bedsores, unexplained health problems, and other signs of medical neglect
While individual abusers are of course responsible for the harm they cause, the blame for your loved one’s harm also lies with the system that allows abusers to exist. The nursing home company must take responsibility for employing abusers to ‘care’ for your loved one. A drive for profits often leads to inappropriate employee screening, inadequate training, and understaffing. These factors combine to create an environment where abuse is likely to occur and go unnoticed. Bad actors thrive in such settings, perpetuating cycles of abuse and harm.
Why Choose Our Louisiana Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers
When it comes to nursing home abuse, the defendant—a corporate nursing home entity—won’t take you seriously unless there’s a law firm with a history of courtroom victories behind you. Clayton, Frugé & Ward is that law firm. We have a long history of holding individual and corporate wrongdoers accountable, recovering over $1 billion for our clients.
Beyond monetary recovery, our relentless legal strategies aim to change systemically flawed practices in nursing homes, making them safer for all residents. In many cases, someone who wins a significant case against a nursing home has gotten justice for themselves and ensured the safety of future nursing home residents.
Take the Next Step: Request a Free Consultation at (225) 209-9943
Nursing home abuse is more than a few ‘bad apples’—it’s a systemic problem requiring a two-pronged legal approach that holds both individuals and corporations accountable. However, nursing homes rarely accept responsibility without being forced; to get what you need, you'll need to fight for it. With our track record of success, Clayton, Frugé & Ward is the partner you need to secure justice for your loved ones.
If you believe your loved one is a victim of nursing home abuse, don’t wait. Contact our experienced nursing home abuse attorneys in Louisiana today for a free case evaluation at (225) 209-9943.