Nursing Home Litigation

While we have extensive experience handling lawsuits against health care providers, nursing home litigation can be some of the most difficult. Often, the most direct victims of negligence are unable to speak up for themselves, and it is up to their loved ones to get to the bottom of the problem. Our health care practice has placed special emphasis on nursing home litigation, and we frequently serve as ombudsmen under South Carolina's special program for nursing home lawsuits.
 
If you suspect that your loved one is subject to nursing home negligence or malpractice, there are several warning signs you should be aware of. Poor nutrition or dehydration, bedsores, or unsanitary conditions can all indicate neglect. Sudden behavioral changes or emotional disturbances can be signs of verbal or emotional abuse. The worst kinds of abuse may leave physical evidence such as untreated or unexplained injuries, rapid loss of weight, or the unjustified use of restraints. In a nursing home setting, even a seemingly minor lapse in care can result in serious injuries. The extreme vulnerability of some nursing home patients can mean that simply leaving a door open can result in a resident wandering into hazardous areas and getting injured.

The South Carolina nursing home regulations that govern the operation of elder care facilities are complex and comprehensive. As nursing homes become more and more common, the number of administrators who are tempted to cut corners increases. While the records that elder care facilities must keep can provide evidence of negligence, it takes experience to quickly and efficiently discover that evidence among the volumes of information most nursing homes maintain.

When you retain Parham Smith & Dodson, L.L.C., we assign you not only a nursing home litigation attorney, but a secretary and legal assistant as well. We work as a team to efficiently uncover evidence of negligent nursing home care, and we include our clients in discussions regarding their cases. If you believe that your loved one may be suffering due to nursing home negligence, please contact us through this website, or call our Greenville, South Carolina office at (864) 242-9008.