Bedsores, also known as pressure ulcers, are a serious health concern commonly associated with neglect or mistreatment in nursing homes. These painful wounds develop when a person remains in one position for a prolonged period without shifting their weight or changing position. Residents in nursing homes, who rely on caregivers for their most fundamental needs, are especially vulnerable. If a …
How Long Do I Have to Sue a Nursing Home After Suspected Neglect
Nursing home neglect is shockingly common and can result in the death of a loved one. Despite organizations such as The Long Term Care Ombudsman Program (LTCOP), a federal advocacy program dedicated to protecting people living in long-term care facilities, this issue persists. To sue a nursing home after suspected neglect, you generally have two years. While there are exceptions, …
What Should I Do If I Suspect Nursing Home Abuse in Dallas
When you entrust your loved one with the staff of a nursing home facility, you assume they will be treated with the care and respect they deserve. The unfortunate reality is that not every resident lives safely or comfortably. Neglect and abuse are common, with many nursing home residents at a high risk for victimization. The World Health Organization (WHO) …
What Causes Bedsores in Nursing Homes?
The three leading causes of bedsores in nursing homes include friction, pressure, and shear. They are also known as skin ulcers or pressure sores. Residents with limited ability to reposition themselves, who cannot sense the need to move, or who cannot feed themselves are at risk. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “about 2% to 28% …
5 Common Nursing Home Problems
You may have come across articles describing common nursing home problems, or you or a loved one have even experienced them yourself. Unfortunately, nursing homes are notorious for being unpleasant places, and in many cases where abuse or neglect is claimed, it’s very much the truth. $1.45 Million Settlement involving nursing home bed sore and infection death. Practice Area Nursing …
How Common Are Bedsores in Nursing Homes?
The Duke University School of Nursing cited statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) that one in 10 nursing home residents develop bedsores or pressure ulcers. Recent studies also show a difference in the quality of care received across different racial groups. In addition, nursing homes tend to underreport bedsores, leading to unreliable data. We’ll Be Your …
SMU Student Killed in Crash with Suspected Drunken Driver who Ran Red Light in Dallas
We have blogged several times previously regarding this awful subject matter: drinking and driving. This sad incident happened about 6 months ago right in the middle of Dallas. It is reported here. According to the article, the lady alleged to be drunk and driving had consumed, at a local bar in the West Village, a “single margarita infused with tequila …
Catholic Church’s In-House Processes Handling Sex-Abuse Claims Called Into Question Due to Re-Traumatizing Victims
This is a recent, informative article by a long-tenured group who has made it its mission to shed light on sexual abuse of children within the Catholic Church. The upshot of the article is that once a sex-abuse victim reports a claim, the victim is oftentimes treated by the Catholic Church so badly that a form of re-traumatization occurs. To …
Anchor Devices to Prevent Tipping Child Furniture Defective, Recalled
Here is an article discussing a safety measure for children’s furniture that, itself, is unsafe: https://chicago.suntimes.com/2024/1/19/24043498/safety-furniture-anchor-recall-tipover-accidents-consumer-product-safety-commission-cspc While we applaud the numerous furniture manufacturers cited in this article for having the foresight to use safety anchors to prevent the well-known child hazard of tipping furniture, a problem clearly still exists. The CPSC recall is here: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2024/Alliance4Safety-and-31-Furniture-Companies-Recall-Millions-of-Plastic-New-Age-Furniture-Tip-over-Restraint-Kits-Due-to-Tip-over-and-Entrapment-Hazards-to-Children We have, in the past, …
Paradise Grills Recalls Outdoor Kitchens Due to Fire and Burn Hazards
This is a product recall that is about one-year old. But it carries a larger message: https://www.cpsc.gov/Recalls/2023/Paradise-Grills-Recalls-Outdoor-Kitchens-Due-to-Fire-and-Burn-Hazards?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery The message is that any cabinet or enclosure housing a propane or natural-gas grill, and which does not have proper ventilation, is a real safety concern. Here is what the Paradise Grills recall says: Hazard: Liquid propane (LP) gas can accumulate inside the …
