Nursing Home Abuse
Nursing home abuse occurs when residents of long-term care facilities--including licensed nursing homes, rehabilitation centers and assisted-living facilities--experience harm or neglect at the hands of caregivers, staff, or even other residents. It can take many forms, including physical abuse, emotional or psychological mistreatment, sexual abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect of basic needs like food, hygiene, and medical care.
Often, victims are vulnerable due to age, disability, or illness, making it difficult for them to advocate for themselves. Sadly, warning signs such as unexplained injuries, sudden changes in behavior, or poor living conditions can go unnoticed unless family members and loved ones remain vigilant.
Types of Nursing Home Abuse
Nursing home abuse can be physical, involving hitting, pushing, or the improper use of restraints. Emotional or psychological abuse includes yelling, threats, humiliation, or isolating a resident from others. Sexual abuse occurs when a resident experiences unwanted or non-consensual sexual contact, often going unreported due to fear or vulnerability.
Neglect can result in severe injuries, including pressure sores and contractures. Improper supervision and lack of fall precautions can result in severe injuries, including hip, leg and skull fractures.
Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect
Nursing home abuse happens when residents are harmed by staff, caregivers, or even other residents through neglect, mistreatment, or exploitation. It can involve physical harm, emotional abuse, failure to provide basic care, or financial exploitation. These actions often cause serious injuries, worsening health, or lasting emotional trauma. Families trust nursing homes to provide safe, compassionate care—when that trust is broken, the results can be devastating. Protecting vulnerable seniors means recognizing the signs of abuse and holding facilities accountable.
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Our Expertise On Nursing Home Abuse
At Hurley McKenna & Mertz, P.c.
We have decades of experience representing victims of nursing home abuse and neglect, and we understand the unique challenges these cases present. Our team thoroughly investigates facility practices, staffing levels, and medical records to uncover patterns of mistreatment and hold negligent providers accountable.
We collaborate with medical and caregiving experts to build strong cases that show both the immediate harm and long-term consequences of abuse. Over the years, we have secured significant verdicts and settlements for families, ensuring they receive justice and resources for ongoing care. Above all, we are committed to protecting vulnerable seniors and advocating for safer standards in nursing homes and long-term care facilities.
Top Nursing Home Abuse Case Results
At Hurley McKenna & Mertz, P.C., our top nursing home abuse cases include record-setting verdicts and substantial settlements on behalf of elderly residents who suffered physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. These results reflect our deep commitment to protecting vulnerable seniors and holding negligent facilities fully accountable.
$6.8 Million
Verdict and settlement for an 81-year-old woman who suffered kidney failure and required permanent dialysis due to improper use of gentamicin at a nursing home.
$3.7 Million
Settlement for an elderly woman with Alzheimer’s who was sexually abused by a nursing home employee.
$1 Million
Verdict and settlement for a 90-year-old woman sexually abused by a nursing home employee in Elgin, Illinois.
$650K
Settlement for the family of a 78-year-old woman neglected at Oak Lawn Pavilion, resulting in bed sores, muscle contractures, and death.
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