Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers | Justice for Harmed Patients – Ciresi Conlin LLP

When families entrust the care of a loved one to a nursing home, they expect compassion, safety, and dignity. Unfortunately, some facilities betray that trust—causing serious harm through neglect, abuse, or systemic failure. At Ciresi Conlin, we fight for justice on behalf of vulnerable patients and their families.

The Most Common Nursing Home Injuries

Our Nursing Home Abuse Practice focuses on the most frequent—and most devastating—forms of harm:

1. Physical and Sexual Assault

Abuse by staff or other residents is a horrifying breach of trust. We pursue justice for victims of physical violence, sexual assault, and emotional trauma.

2. Pressure Injuries (Bedsores)

Often a sign of neglect, pressure ulcers can lead to severe infections, amputations, or death. These injuries are preventable with proper care.

3. Infections

From sepsis to urinary tract infections, untreated or poorly managed infections can escalate quickly. We hold facilities accountable for failing to maintain sanitary conditions and timely medical intervention.

4. Medication Errors

Wrong dosages, missed medications, or dangerous drug interactions can have life-altering consequences. We investigate how and why these errors occur—and who is responsible.

5. Elopement and Wandering

When residents with cognitive impairments are not properly supervised, they may wander off and suffer injury or death. We demand answers and safeguards.

6. Dehydration and Malnutrition

Basic nutrition and hydration are fundamental to care. When facilities fail to meet these needs, the results can be catastrophic.

7. Falls and Drops

Falls are a leading cause of injury in nursing homes. We examine whether proper fall-prevention protocols were in place—and followed.

8. Bedrail Entrapment

Nursing home beds commonly have bed rails, side rails, or grab bars that are designed for different purposes. When they are not properly attached or assessed, these devices create the risk that a patient may get trapped in them, threatening their ability to breathe. We investigate all aspects of how the devices are installed and maintained, and hold facilities accountable for the injuries their missteps cause.

9. Delay in Treatment

Nursing homes commonly have financial and reporting incentives to keep patients in their facility, even if the patient requires transfer to a hospital. Delaying necessary treatment can cause tremendous harm to patients. We hold facilities accountable for prioritizing their bottom line over patient safety.

Holding Wrongdoers Accountable

At Ciresi Conlin, we don’t just file lawsuits—we pursue systemic change. Our team investigates deeply, litigates aggressively, and advocates relentlessly. Whether the harm stems from understaffing, poor training, or corporate negligence, we work to uncover the truth and secure justice.

If your loved one has been harmed in a nursing home, you are not alone—and you are not powerless. Contact us today for a confidential consultation.