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If a resident is deprived of the treatment he or she needs, it may result in the resident suffering serious injury or death. Depending on the circumstances, the nursing home can be held liable for this.If you suspect that a loved one who is staying at a nursing home is suffering from abuse or neglect due to a staff member\u2019s actions, incompetent practices or due to another resident, contact D\u2019Amico Pettinicchi Injury Lawyers as soon as possible. Our New Haven nursing home abuse and neglect lawyers will help you determine if the nursing home can be held liable.Below, we discuss several factors that may indicate when a nursing home can be held accountable when a resident suffers an injury.Nursing Home LiabilityNursing homes must provide residents access to competent medical care, housing, hygienic assistance, and nourishing food and water. When these things are not provided, and residents suffer injuries, the facility itself may be liable. For example, a nursing home could potentially be held liable if an injury was caused by any of the following actions or conditions:Negligent practices or rules for resident care implemented by the nursing homeNegligent hiring practices, such as failing to conduct background checks on applicantsFailing to monitor staff members who are caring for disabled or vulnerable residentsImproperly training staff to care for residentsFailing to provide security measures that protect residentsNeglecting residents\u2019 medical needs, such as failing to properly administer residents\u2019 medicationsFailing to provide access to food or waterFailing to correct or repair safety hazards on the premises that may harm residentsUsing dangerous or unreasonable restraints on residentsActs of intentional abuse or neglect by staff membersElements of NegligenceValid claims of nursing home abuse or neglect must prove four things:Duty of care:\u00a0The nursing home owed the resident a duty of care. This is typically established through the contracted service between the nursing home and the resident or resident\u2019s family or personal representative.Breach of duty:\u00a0The nursing home breached the duty owed to the resident by failing to provide the services or treatment he or she required.Causation:\u00a0The nursing home\u2019s breach of duty of care is the cause of the resident\u2019s injuries or ailment.Damages:\u00a0The resident incurred measurable damages due to the injury, such as the cost of medical treatment to heal his or her injuries.Signs of Nursing Home AbuseNursing home abuse and neglect can be difficult to identify. It is important you are able to recognize the\u00a0signs of nursing home abuse and neglect\u00a0\u2013 your loved one may be afraid to tell you what is happening because he or she fears retaliation:Physical abuse, including unexplained bruises, burns or other types of injuriesFall injuries, which can indicate the resident is being left unattended or is not receiving the assistance he or she needs from staff or caregiversEmotional issues, such as anxiety, unexplained mood or personality changes, acting fearful, refusing to interact with staff or refusing to visit with loved ones, withdrawing from social support systems or being hesitant to talk freelyMalnourishment, sudden weight loss or poor hygieneBed sores or pressure ulcers, which may indicate the resident is being left immobile for long periods of timeUnsanitary living conditions, such as soiled bedding or clothingMarks or wounds on the resident\u2019s wrists which may indicate the use of physical restraintsSchedule a Free ConsultationThe nursing home abuse attorneys of D\u2019Amico Pettinicchi Injury Lawyers fight for justice for families impacted by nursing home abuse. We will review your case and discuss any legal options that may be available in your situation.Request a free, no obligation consultation today. We require no upfront fees and you only pay us if we recover compensation for you."},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"Blog","item":"https:\/\/damicopettinicchi.com\/blog\/#breadcrumbitem"},{"@type":"ListItem","position":2,"name":"Can a Nursing Home Be Held Liable for Abuse or Neglect?","item":"https:\/\/damicopettinicchi.com\/blog\/can-a-nursing-home-be-held-liable-for-abuse-or-neglect\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]