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Monmouth County Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers

When a family is no longer able to care for an elderly member, they may turn to the services of a nursing home, being assured that they will be given the proper care and treatment. However, the staff in these facilities may exhibit something less than a ready dedication to those ideals. When a nursing home fails to take care of our loved ones out of negligence or through intentional abuse, it is advisable for that person or their family to consult with an attorney who can help to call to account the facility and those most directly responsible for this harm.

If your loved one has been the victim of nursing home abuse, the Monmouth County nursing home abuse lawyers of Levinson Axelrod, P.A., can help you to seek suitable financial compensation. Contact our attorneys by calling 800-346-5529 today to discuss the potential merits of legal action in your case.

Types of Nursing Home Abuse

When a nursing home’s staff is abusive or negligent, residents may experience falls, malnutrition, bedsores, dehydration, and physical or psychological trauma. The New Jersey nursing home abuse attorneys of Levinson Axelrod, P.A., can assist residents or families whose loved ones have been the victims of:

  • Physical Abuse
  • Emotional Abuse
  • Sexual Abuse

Any kind of abuse is unacceptable. Under New Jersey law, the Nursing Home Bill of Rights outlines nursing home resident rights which include but are not limited to:

  • Right to be free of unauthorized restraint
  • Right to safely voice complaints without being threatened
  • Right to live in a safe, clean, and decent facility

If your loved ones legally guaranteed rights have been violated, contacting an attorney is an important step toward justice.

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Nursing home abuse is a terrible reality, but a successful legal action can help to address many of the adverse effects and might serve to prevent future episodes in the same facility. Contact the Monmouth County nursing home abuse lawyers of Levinson Axelrod, P.A., at 800-346-5529 to schedule a free consultation.