We represent victims of elder abuse and families of nursing home residents who have been neglected. Many of our nation’s elders are getting substandard care because of negligence, incompetence, inadequate staffing, and even corporate misconduct.

Some of the signs of abuse or neglect are pressure sores, unusual weight loss, bruising and fractures. Also, pay attention if your loved one has a sudden change in personality or seems frightened of staffers or other patients.

Under Kentucky statute, KRS 216.515, entitled “Rights of Residents – Duties of Facilities – Actions,” subparagraph (6) mandates that “All residents shall be free from mental and physical abuse, and free from chemical and physical restraints except in emergencies or except as thoroughly justified in writing by a physician for a specified and limited period of time and documented in the resident’s medical record.” If your loved one has been neglected or abused, you need an attorney who is thoroughly familiar with the applicable statutes and regulations.

If you suspect nursing home abuse or neglect, please contact Herren & Adams. Also, a Kentucky elder abuse complaint can be made with the Family and Adult Consultant Services branch of the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services. The Adult Abuse Hotline is 1-800-752-6200.