Summit County, Ohio, Elder Law Attorneys
If you think a loved one was the victim of intentional physical harm or abuse in a nursing home or managed care facility, you should immediately file a report with the police.
Unfortunately, Ohio's abuse of the elderly statutes - the criminal laws that govern nursing home abuse - are broad, and local police departments are sometimes overwhelmed by complaints. At Slater & Zurz LLP, you will find a team of attorneys (one of whom is a former police chief) who can help you work with the police and who can offer you real options if the police are unable to address the issue.
Is Nursing Home Physical Abuse Financially Compensable in a Court of Law?
In other words, do you have a basis for a lawsuit against the nursing home or managed care facility? A lot depends upon the nature of the physical abuse and whether the nursing home is legally liable to pay damages.
Unfortunately, one of the primary factors in determining if you have a case is the severity of the injury your loved one suffered. The fact is that a bruise or minor laceration may not be enough to warrant a lawsuit, even if it is a result of unacceptable treatment or clear negligence. On the other hand, a broken bone or other serious injury may form the basis for a claim for financial damages in civil court.
Your best option is to discuss your case with an experienced lawyer who can help you understand the practical limits of personal injury law and how they may apply in your case. Contact our offices in Akron, Canton, Boardman and Columbus today. We can also offer a comprehensive medical review by our on-staff physician.
