Self Neglect - Nursing Home Abuse

Self-neglect is defined as when an elderly person who is responsible for his or her own care and wellbeing simply refuses to do so in a reasonable manner. It is the most common form of senior citizen neglect, and unfortunately also one of the most difficult to uncover and rectify. As our country’s elderly population begins to sharply rise, so do the incidences of self-neglect.

Types of Elderly Self Neglect:

•malnutrition & dehydration
•unclean or unsafe living conditions
•social isolation
•home infestations
•hoarding (pets, possessions, or trash)
•self deprivation of medical attention
•inability to maintain assets or property

Elderly self-neglect can occur for various reasons, whether it is because of financial, physical, or mental health issues. The important thing to know is that you have legal rights in preventing your loved on from continuing this cycle of self-neglect. Contact one of our attorneys today who specializes in elderly self-neglect cases to speak with someone who understands what you are going through and will help to advise you of your legal rights.

If you or a loved one reside in a nursing home or elder care facility in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania or New Jersey, and think you have witnessed some form of elder abuse, nursing home neglect or medical negligence, it is important that you act quickly. Our experienced team of nursing home lawyers specializes in elder abuse law representing victims of elderly abuse, abuse in retirement homes, doctor malpractice, and dental malpractice.

Nursing home abuse is unacceptable, but all data points to the fact that it is on the rise - litigation is a powerful tool in correcting the industry. If your loved one has been the victim of abandonment then they may be entitled to compensation for injuries and associated medical costs, pain and suffering, and even wrongful death. Our dedicated and experienced nursing home attorneys are committed to fighting for your case and getting you the settlement you deserve.

If you are looking to educate yourself about abuse in nursing homes, read about recent nursing home injury and medical malpractice lawsuits, or research local nursing home neglect attorneys, visit the American Justice Network, the leading free legal information center and attorney referral service. For free legal advice Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and New Jersey, please fill out the contact form or call us toll free at 866-484-6992.