St. Petersburg Nursing Neglect Attorney
Holding Nursing Homes Legally and Morally Accountable
Our society relies upon nursing homes to care for some of our most vulnerable members. These facilities have a moral and legal responsibility to provide an acceptable level of care and attention to their residents. When they fail, residents can suffer serious and often fatal injuries.
At the law firm of Fiol & Gomez - with offices in Tampa, Florida, and Manhattan, New York - we provide caring representation to nursing home abuse and neglect victims and their families. contact for a free consultation with a Tampa nursing home abuse lawyer. You will pay no fees or costs unless you recover damages.
Understanding the Responsibilities of Nursing Home Management
Nursing homes must follow a number of procedures in order to provide adequate care and attention to their residents. When nursing homes fail to do so out of abuse or neglect, their actions can cause serious and potentially fatal injuries such as:
- Pressure sores, also known as bed sores or decubitus ulcers
- Fractures and other fall injuries
- Dehydration and malnutrition
- Infections caused by unsanitary conditions
In both Florida and New York, the state legislatures have given nursing home residents specific legal rights. Our attorneys are highly familiar with the nursing home abuse and neglect laws in both jurisdictions.
When necessary, we work with medical and nursing experts, as well as experts in nursing home administration, to identify and document the exact causes of residents' injuries.
Prepared to Protect Your Rights in Litigation and Arbitration
One reason why it is important to read nursing home contracts carefully before signing them is that many of these contracts contain mandatory arbitration clauses. You may want to consult with a lawyer before entering into one of these agreements. Arbitration clauses are typically enforceable and may limit your right to present your case in a courtroom.
Our experienced civil litigation attorneys are prepared to take your case to trial if possible, and we are also prepared to represent you in arbitration. To discuss your specific options with a knowledgeable Tampa nursing home abuse lawyer, contact Fiol & Gomez today.
