Entrusting the care of your loved one to a long-term care facility is a deeply personal and emotional decision. Discovering that trust is being broken can leave you wondering what to do next. You may be able to hold the facility responsible for what happened to your loved one.
At Eggnatz | Pascucci, our Hollywood assisted living facility abuse attorney advocates for families in your situation. Speak with our Florida personal injury lawyers for help determining if you have a case.
Why Choose Us at Eggnatz | Pascucci?
At Eggnatz | Pascucci, we provide you and your family with experienced, compassionate representation focused on protecting your rights. When you partner with our firm, you receive:
- Over 30 Years of Combined Experience: We have experience successfully handling elder law, nursing home abuse, and personal injury cases.
- Direct Access to Our Legal Team: We are dedicated to answering your questions promptly, giving you direct access to communication with your lawyer.
- Dedicated to Putting Our Clients First: Our guidance is driven by an individualized strategy customized to securing the critical medical, financial, and legal resources your family needs.
When you need to take swift legal action against assisted living facility abuse, we are here to advocate for you and your family.
Warning Signs of Assisted Living Facility Abuse
Abuse and exploitation of the elderly in long-term care facilities are not always obvious. As a family member, it is important to recognize the subtle warning signs of physical, emotional, and financial abuse:
- Physical Signs: Unexplained bruises, cuts, fractures, pressure ulcers, poor hygiene, or rapid weight loss.
- Emotional and Behavioral Changes: Sudden withdrawal from social activities, unusual agitation, fear around specific staff members, or uncharacteristic depression.
- Financial Exploitation: Missing personal belongings, unexplained bank withdrawals, or sudden changes to life insurance policies.
If you see any of these warning signs, document them and speak with a Hollywood assisted living facility abuse lawyer to see if you have a case.
What Should I Do if I Suspect My Loved One is Being Abused?
If you suspect that your loved one is being abused, neglected, or exploited, take immediate steps to protect them. If you believe the danger is immediate, arrange to move them from the facility right away and call 911. You can file a formal report with Florida Adult Protective Services online or via the Florida Abuse Hotline.
Document everything, including detailed notes on physical, emotional, and behavioral changes and symptoms. Download any suspicious financial transactions. Take photos of any visible injuries or poor living conditions.
As soon as you are able, contact an experienced elder law attorney. We can help you hold the facility accountable by assembling an evidence-based case and working with state investigators.
How Long Do You Have To File a Nursing Home Abuse Claim in Florida?
If you believe your loved one has suffered abuse in a Florida facility, you need to act quickly to file a claim. Under Florida Statute § 95.11, the legal deadline to file is generally two years.
There can be exceptions. If the abuse or neglect was hidden and not discovered until a later date, the deadline to file may be extended. You should consult a lawyer as soon as possible to ensure you do not lose your right to seek justice.
Call Our Hollywood Assisted Living Facility Abuse Attorneys Today
If you suspect your loved one has been mistreated, the team at Eggnatz | Pascucci is ready to listen to your story and stand up for your family. Contact our firm today to schedule a free, confidential consultation, and let us build a customized legal strategy to resolve your matter as swiftly as possible.