Discovering that your loved one has been neglected or mistreated in a nursing home is one of the most heartbreaking experiences a family can face. You trusted a facility to provide care, dignity, and safety, but instead, your loved one suffered harm. At Crowe Arnold & Majors, LLP, we understand the pain, anger, and helplessness that come with realizing that trust has been broken. Our Dallas nursing home abuse attorneys are here to listen, to guide you, and to fight for the justice your family deserves. If your loved one was injured or mistreated in a Dallas nursing home, assisted living center, or long-term care facility, our attorneys at Crowe Arnold & Majors, LLP are here to help. Abuse and neglect in elder care facilities can escalate fast, take action now to protect your loved one’s safety and dignity.
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Texas Nursing Home Abuse Laws & Deadlines
Texas law gives nursing home residents specific rights, and those rights are protected under both state and federal regulations. Facilities are legally required to provide proper medical care, maintain safe conditions, and provide safety for every resident. When they fail to do that, it’s considered negligence or abuse, and families have the right to take legal action.
These cases can be complex because Texas has what’s known as tort reform laws, which place certain limits on damages and require specific procedural steps before filing a lawsuit. For example, victims often need to submit expert reports or medical evidence early in the process to support their claim. This is one reason why having an experienced attorney on your side from the start makes such a difference.
It’s also important to know that Texas enforces a two-year statute of limitations for most nursing home abuse and neglect claims. That means you generally have two years from the date of injury, or the date the abuse was discovered, to file a lawsuit. Waiting too long can cause crucial evidence to disappear or even make your case ineligible.
Our attorneys have spent decades working within the Texas legal system, protecting the rights of nursing home residents and their families throughout Dallas, Fort Worth, and surrounding communities. We act quickly to preserve records, document injuries, and build strong cases that hold negligent facilities accountable for the harm they cause.
If you suspect abuse or neglect, don’t wait. The sooner you take action, the stronger your case will be, and the sooner your loved one can be safe again.
Fighting for Victims of Nursing Home Abuse
When a nursing home fails to provide the care your loved one deserves, the impact can be devastating, both physically and emotionally. Families trust these facilities to protect, nurture, and support their loved ones, but too often, that trust is broken.
Our Dallas nursing home abuse lawyers step in when that happens. We hold negligent care facilities accountable for the harm they cause, whether it’s injuries, trauma, or even wrongful death, in cases involving:
- Neglect or lack of supervision
- Physical or emotional abuse
- Medication errors or improper dosing
- Falls and unsafe conditions
- Improper wound care or misuse of restraints
- Financial exploitation or theft
- Sexual abuse and assault
With decades of experience and hundreds of millions recovered for clients across Texas, our team stands beside families every step of the way, offering clear guidance, genuine compassion, and a relentless commitment to results.
Recognizing the Signs of Nursing Home Neglect
Sometimes the signs of neglect aren’t obvious at first, but you can usually feel when something isn’t right. Maybe your loved one seems withdrawn, anxious, or afraid. Maybe you’ve noticed unexplained bruises, a sudden change in mood, or that their room isn’t being kept clean. These are all red flags that deserve attention.
Common warning signs include:
- Bedsores or untreated wounds
- Weight loss or signs of dehydration
- Bruises, fractures, or unexplained injuries
- Withdrawal, fear, or sudden mood changes
- Poor hygiene or unsanitary living conditions
- Missing medication or personal belongings
If you suspect abuse or neglect, trust your instincts. Take photos, write down what you see, and report your concerns to facility management or state authorities. Then, reach out to a Dallas nursing home abuse attorney who can help protect your loved one’s safety and build a strong case. The sooner you act, the easier it is to stop the abuse and hold the facility accountable.
Why Families Trust Crowe Arnold & Majors
Our team understands the heartbreak that comes with nursing home abuse and neglect. We help families pursue justice and compensation for medical costs, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and wrongful death because behind every case is a family who deserves peace and accountability. Choosing the right law firm matters. You need advocates who not only understand Texas law but also have the compassion and experience to stand up to powerful corporations and their insurers.
At Crowe Arnold & Majors, we’ve built our reputation on integrity, persistence, and results fighting for families across Dallas when their loved ones have been harmed by neglect or mistreatment. Our firm is known for:
- Decades of combined trial experience
- Record verdicts and settlements, including multi-million-dollar nursing home cases
- Compassionate representation backed by proven results
- Local, accessible attorneys in downtown Dallas
Jury verdict after trial involving allegations of nursing home abuse and neglect, in which victim suffered sepsis and severe malnutrition and dehydration. (Oklahoma)
Settlement involving nursing home fall.
Settlement involving nursing home bed sore and infection death.
Meet the Attorneys Who Stand Beside You
Behind every case we take on is a story, a family searching for answers and a team of attorneys determined to help them find justice. At Crowe Arnold & Majors, LLP, we don’t measure success by numbers or verdicts alone. We measure it by the lives we’ve helped rebuild and the peace we’ve helped families find.
Our lawyers have spent decades standing up for people who couldn’t stand up for themselves. We bring deep legal experience, compassion, and a relentless drive to hold negligent nursing homes accountable. When you work with our firm, you’re not just hiring attorneys — you’re gaining advocates who care about your family’s future as much as you do.
Our mission is simple: to protect the vulnerable, demand accountability, and make every facility in Texas safer for those who call it home.
John W. Arnold,
Partner, Trial and Appellate Attorney
With over 25 years of experience, John is a seasoned trial and appellate attorney known for delivering results.
David W. Crowe
Partner, Personal Injury
For more than 30 years, David has been a powerful advocate and fighting for individuals harmed by negligence and abuse.
D.G. Majors
Trial Attorney, Personal Injury and Product Liability
D.G. is a trial lawyer with a strong track record of results in personal injury, product liability, and commercial litigation.
Contact a Dallas Nursing Home Neglect Lawyer
If your loved one has suffered neglect or abuse in a Dallas nursing home, our experienced nursing home abuse attorneys at Crowe, Arnold, and Majors, LLP are here to help. Our law firm focuses on serious cases where residents have endured life-changing injuries or wrongful death, and we know how to hold facilities accountable for the harm they cause.
Our team will move quickly to protect evidence, guide your family through the legal process, and fight for the compensation you deserve.
Schedule a FREE case review or call to speak to a member of our team. Our law firm charges no fees unless we win your case.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nursing Home Abuse in Dallas
What qualifies as nursing home abuse or neglect?
Abuse isn’t always physical it can also be emotional, sexual, financial, or even the result of simple neglect. Maybe a resident isn’t being fed properly, isn’t turned often enough to prevent bedsores, or is left alone for long periods. Under Texas law, all of these can qualify as abuse or neglect. If someone’s health or dignity is being compromised, it’s time to take action.
How can I tell if my loved one is being mistreated?
You know your loved one best. If they suddenly seem withdrawn, anxious, or afraid, or if you notice bruises, bedsores, weight loss, or poor hygiene, those are red flags. Listen to what they say — and also to what they don’t say. If something feels wrong, trust your instincts and talk to a Dallas nursing home abuse lawyer who can help you dig deeper.
Who’s allowed to file a nursing home abuse claim in Texas?
In most cases, the resident or their legal representative can file the claim. If the resident has passed away, close family members, usually a spouse, child, or parent, can file a wrongful death lawsuit under Texas law. If you’re unsure who in your family has that right, we can help you figure it out.
What kind of compensation can families recover?
Every case is different, but most families can seek compensation for things like medical bills, pain and suffering, and emotional distress. In the most serious cases, when a nursing home’s actions are especially reckless or intentional, Texas law allows for punitive damages, meant to punish the facility and deter future abuse.
How long do I have to file a lawsuit in Texas?
Most nursing home abuse cases in Texas must be filed within two years of the injury or death. But sometimes the abuse isn’t discovered right away, especially when facilities try to hide it. If you suspect neglect or mistreatment, it’s best to reach out to a lawyer as soon as possible so evidence can be preserved and deadlines don’t pass you by.
How do attorneys actually prove nursing home abuse?
We start by investigating the details, reviewing medical records, staff logs, care plans, and even surveillance footage. We talk to witnesses, consult medical experts, and look for patterns of neglect or policy violations. Our goal is simple: to prove exactly how the nursing home failed your loved one and hold them accountable for it.
How much does it cost to hire a Dallas nursing home abuse lawyer?
There are no upfront costs when you work with us. We handle every case on a contingency fee basis, which means you don’t pay anything unless we win. Your consultation is completely free and confidential, we’re here to help, not to add to your stress.
Our Dallas Location
You can find our office in Bank of America Plaza at 901 Main Street in downtown Dallas. We’re near Dealey Plaza, the JFK Memorial, Renaissance Tower, and the AT&T Discovery District.
Crowe Arnold & Majors, LLP
Bank of America Plaza
901 Main St, Suite 6550
Dallas, TX 75202
Phone: (214) 231-0555
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