Entrusting our loved ones to the care of another person isn’t easy. However, when they require more specialized care than we can provide, we find that we have no option but to do what is best for their safety and health. We trust nursing homes to provide our elderly loved ones with the care that we are not able to provide them with. It can therefore be devastating to discover that your loved one has suffered harm under the care of the very nursing home staff that you trusted to care for and protect them. An experienced Montclair nursing home neglect lawyer from the Epstein Law Firm, P.A. can help you hold the nursing home and nursing home staff accountable for their actions. 

If you’re loved one has suffered harm as a result of nursing home negligence, you will probably want to ensure their safety by removing them from the nursing home. You can take this a step further by reporting the nursing home and staff for negligence and taking legal action against them. You can rely on the team at the Epstein Law Firm, P.A. to help you recover financial compensation for damages incurred as well as to seek justice on behalf of your loved one. 

Contact our law firm to schedule free, no-obligation consultation with an experienced nursing home abuse attorney in Montclair, NJ. 

Common Forms of Nursing Home Negligence 

Nursing homes and their staff are required to provide a reasonable standard of care. When they fail to do so, it can result in harm to the residents in the nursing home. When this happens, nursing home residents and their loved ones can file a claim against the nursing home or nursing home staff to recover financial compensation and seek justice for the negligence. 

Nursing home negligence can take various forms. At the Epstein Law Firm, P.A., we’ve handled nursing home negligence cases involving: 

  • Failure to provide necessary medication 
  • Failure to provide nutritious meals 
  • Failure to provide proper or timely medical care 
  • Withholding food or water  
  • Failing to provide proper protections for residents that are fall risks 
  • Lack of adequate supervision 
  • Failing to assist residents that are fall risks 
  • And many more 

We have witnessed the devastating impact that nursing home negligence can have on residents and their loved ones. We are committed to defending the rights of the vulnerable. Contact us today to schedule your free consultation with an experienced attorney from our law firm. 

About Montclair, NJ 

Montclair is a township located in Essex County, NJ. It is a suburb of New York City and is part of the New York City metropolitan area. The township is one of the most desirable places to live in New Jersey and is only a 30-minute drive away from Manhattan. The town offers residents the best of suburban living. Many young professionals are attracted to the town for its proximity to New York City and other large cities in the region. Young families move to the area to take advantage of the excellent schools in the area. 

If your loved one has been the victim of nursing home negligence, it is important to take legal action and hold the negligent nursing home and nursing home staff accountable for their actions. We at the Epstein Law Firm, P.A. will help you do just that. Contact us to schedule a free consultation with an experienced attorney from our law firm. 

Reach Out to The Epstein Law Firm, P.A. to Schedule Free Consultation with an Experienced Montclair Nursing Home Neglect Lawyer 

Learning that your loved one has been the victim of negligence at the hands of those that you trusted to provide them with care can be devastating. If you’re wondering what to do next, contact the Epstein Law Firm, P.A., and schedule a free consultation with an experienced nursing home abuse attorney in Montclair, NJ. We will be glad to review your case, examine your options and explain your legal rights to you. 

Our attorneys are highly skilled and experienced. You can rely on us to fight on your behalf and secure a favorable outcome. Contact us now to schedule your free consultation. 

Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Home Neglect in Montclair, NJ

How does nursing home abuse happen?

I suspect my loved one is a victim of nursing home negligence. What should I do?

Your first priority should be to ensure the safety of your loved one. This may mean removing them from the nursing home and placing them in another care facility. You should then report the negligence to the Adult Protective Services Agency. You may also file a report with the New Jersey Office of the Ombudsman for the Institutionalized Elderly.

This may all seem overwhelming, especially when dealing with the devastating impact of negligence. It is therefore advisable to seek the guidance and representation of an experienced Montclair nursing home neglect lawyer. The attorneys at the Epstein Law Firm, P.A. will handle every aspect of reporting and seeking compensation for nursing home negligence. We will ensure that those responsible for your loved one’s injuries are held accountable for their actions.

Do I have to take legal action against a nursing home for negligence?

While you don’t have to take legal action against a negligent nursing home, it is important that you do so. Not only will this enable you to recover financial compensation for the damages your loved one has incurred as a result of the negligence but it also ensures that the negligent nursing home and staff are held responsible for their actions. Taking legal action can help protect other nursing home residents from suffering a similar fate at the hands of the staff at the nursing home.

If you’re still not sure about whether you should take legal action or not, contact the Epstein Law Firm, P.A. to schedule a consultation with an experienced nursing home abuse attorney in Montclair, NJ. We will review your case for free and discuss your options with you. We will help you understand your legal rights so you can make an informed decision.

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