Physical Abuse in The Bronx Nursing Homes

Placing a family member in a nursing home or assisted living is one of the toughest decisions you can make, even when all parties agree it is for the best. You trust that the facility will care for your loved one the way you would.

Nursing homes usually provide a standard of care that meets expectations. However, physical abuse in The Bronx nursing homes can occur, and in such cases, your loved one should receive compensation for the treatment they suffer. A nursing home abuse attorney from Duffy & Duffy could help you through the necessary legal process to hold the responsible parties accountable.

What Is Physical Nursing Home Abuse?

Nursing home abuse describes behaviors ranging from neglect to sexual abuse and homicide. Physical abuse typically includes:

• Physical harm such as hitting, punching, or slapping
• Improper use of physical restraints
• Insufficient bathing or grooming, if it causes more substantial issues, such as bedsores or body lice
• Intentional disregard for wounds, broken bones, or illness

Abuse differs from neglect in that it involves some element of intent or deliberation. If you suspect that your loved one is suffering physical harm in a nursing home, our lawyers in The Bronx could help you file a claim.

How Family Members Can Spot Abuse

Visiting a family member or friend in their nursing home in The Bronx may be the first way you notice physical mistreatment. Once you suspect something is wrong, a lawyer could help you get the answers you need.

Look out for:

• Unexplained bruises, cuts, or abrasions, particularly in unusual locations such as on the upper arm or torso
• Untreated or unhealed sores, especially bedsores
• Old bandages and broken nails
• Sudden weight loss, depression, or unexplained fear of staff
• Increased anxiety when you leave

If your family member cannot or will not explain these things, contact us at once. We will gather information about new staff members, changes to your loved one’s schedule, and other things that might rule out illness or mental health problems, indicating that physical abuse may be the cause of the problem.

Get Legal Advice for Physical Mistreatment in a Bronx Care Home

Nobody likes to imagine their family member becoming the victim of physical abuse in a Bronx nursing home. The problem is much more common than we like to believe. If you fear your loved one has become the victim of abuse or neglect and you want legal advice on how to proceed, contact Duffy & Duffy immediately.

We will go through the facts in your case with you, explaining the evidence we need to prove that the nursing home staff or another individual on the property caused your loved one’s injuries. If the abuse warrants criminal charges, we will help you file a report with the state's Attorney General’s office or other relevant agency. Call us today for a free and confidential consultation on your case.