Choosing a nursing home is an important part of planning for long-term care. As you look at different places, you may have to go through a lot of paperwork. Buried deep in that stack of papers, you might discover an arbitration agreement. Some nursing homes might try to strong-arm you into signing this agreement, but…
Thousands of senior citizens are injured in nursing home falls every single year. These accidents can cause serious harm, like head injuries and broken hips. Aging residents, especially those who already have health problems, are at even greater risk of being badly injured when they fall. Some falls happen simply because a resident is older…
When a loved one enters a nursing home or assisted-living facility, families are under pressure. Between medical assessments, insurance questions, and emotional strain, the admission packet can seem like paperwork you “just have to sign.” But this bundle of paper (or TLDR .pdf) is much more than a formality. It can determine whether your rights…
Placing a loved one in a nursing home is an act of trust. Families expect that their parent, grandparent, or spouse will be safe, cared for, and treated with dignity. But when neglect or abuse happens, that trust is shattered. For many families, the first question is not only “how could this happen?” but “what…
Choosing a nursing home for yourself or a loved one is never easy. You want peace of mind that the facility will provide a safe, respectful, and dignified environment. While many nursing homes deliver excellent care, others fall short, leading to legal concerns that families must understand and be prepared to address. At Hollingsworth PLLC,…
