We place a lot of trust in long-term care communities and caregivers for our elderly loved ones, but sadly, nursing home abuse and neglect are on the rise. Poorly trained caregivers, understaffing, and property management companies that place profits over resident safety all create conditions where nursing home abuse is likely. Our Boston, MA nursing home abuse lawyer aims to set things right and help your abused loved one. We can advise you of their right to file a suit for damages, or your options to act on their behalf. We’re on your side and want to help you help your vulnerable family member. Call KBD Attorneys today for a consultation.
Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer Boston, MA
Nursing home residents are some of the most vulnerable members of society, receiving long-term care to help them recover from serious injuries or surgery, or treatment for a chronic medical condition that needs ongoing care. Many of these people are unable to defend themselves against abuse, and some may even lack the mental capacity to recognize or report it.
We step in to protect your vulnerable loved one and seek justice after the abuse. Abuse may be physical, emotional, psychological, financial, or sexual. However your loved one was harmed or defrauded, our Boston nursing home abuse lawyer can help you. Your loved one deserves to be safe and treated with dignity and respect. We take action against the person responsible for the abuse, as well as the facility your loved one was in, for failure to keep your loved one safe.
Filing a lawsuit in civil court puts the abuse and actions of the perpetrators on the record. We seek full compensation for your loved one’s damages, so they have the means to pay for all medical care to treat their injuries and move to somewhere safer, where they will not suffer abuse. As your legal advocate, we handle all the legal requirements to pursue your claim, including gathering evidence against the abuser and establishing liability on the part of the nursing home. We can negotiate a favorable out-of-court settlement on your loved one’s behalf, or take the claim to trial if appropriate. At each stage, we provide personal advice and guidance.
Why Our Experience Matters In Nursing Home Abuse Cases
Our Boston nursing home abuse lawyer is familiar with the challenges of nursing home abuse cases, including multiple defendants, complex legal concepts, and insurance companies determined to deny valid claims. Our firm has extensive resources to litigate these complex claims and the tenacity to see them through to the end, getting help for your loved one. Our compassionate support helps you and your family through this difficult time.
- Our firm collaborates with a large network of preeminent medical and industry experts to help us build our personal injury cases
- Senior partner Brian Ketterer received a Lifetime Achievement Award from America’s Top 100 Attorneys
- Our nursing home abuse and neglect department is recognized nationally for our success
- Mr. Ketterer is recognized as one of the preeminent trial attorneys in the country, particularly in the area of plaintiff’s complex civil litigation
- Firm partner Reza Davani co-chaired the Nursing Home Section for the Maryland Association for Justice
Are you worried that your loved one in a nursing home is being abused? Call KBD Attorneys today to discuss your legal options.
