Nursing home neglect is defined as the negligent failure of any person having the care or custody of an elder or a dependent adult to exercise that degree of care which a reasonable person in a like position would exercise.

Nursing home neglect may include: failure to aid in personal hygiene or the obtaining of food, clothing, or shelter; failure to provide medical care; failure to protect from health and safety dangers; and failure to prevent malnutrition. Federal laws require nursing homes to provide all the care listed on their care plan. Nursing home neglect occurs when these standards are not met.

If you or someone you care about is a victim of nursing home neglect, it is important to know your legal rights. As a victim, your first step towards a better future should be to contact an experienced attorney who can help you fight for justice. Call a lawyer today.

The Law Firm of Steigerwalt & Associates is here to help victims of nursing home abuse throughout the country.

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