Arizona Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Lawyer
In the United States today, there are over 34 million people above the age of 65. According to statistics, many will need some form of assisted living, whether it is a nursing home, assisted living facility or other elder facility. Too often, the elderly and disabled residents of long-term care facilities do not receive the care they require. They have to compete with dozens of other residents for the attention of the nursing home staff.
Since 1994, the Garrison Law Firm has represented families and individuals requiring assistance for a legal matter related to nursing home abuse and neglect. The firm represents clients in the Peoria, Arizona, area, as well as clients throughout the state of Arizona and beyond.
Contact Kevin Garrison by phone at 623.915.1100 or toll-free at 877.915.1100 to arrange for your free initial consultation. He will personally visit you anywhere in Arizona.
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect is a National Problem
Approximately one million senior citizens are abused in some manner every year in the United States. The abuse can be recurrent neglect or a single egregious event that produces injury, either physical or financial. Some common types of injuries suffered because of recurrent neglect include:
- Falls and fractures
- Bed sores
- Malnutrition/Dehydration
- Medication and prescription errors
- Physical abuse or unexplained injury
- Lack of supervision (allowing residents to wonder away from the facility)
- Substandard medical care
- Unsanitary conditions
- Untrained or insufficient staff
- Unexpected or wrongful death
Experienced Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Attorney
Before bringing a lawsuit against a nursing home, the Garrison Law Firm conducts a thorough investigation of medical records, available witnesses, and family members to determine everything possible regarding the neglected/abused nursing home patron. Attorney Kevin Garrison has dealt with these matters many times throughout his 20 year career. He understands what issues need to be addressed in order to prevent the abuse from happening again and to recover compensation for any injuries that resulted.
Helping Get the Results That You DESERVE
If a loved one of yours has suffered an injury because of nursing home abuse and neglect, please contact Kevin Garrison by phone at 623.915.1100 or toll-free at 877.915.1100 to find out how he can help you recover a personal injury settlement. Kevin offers a free initial consultation, and provides free phone advice to help you make an educated decision.
