Nursing Home Abuse in Birmingham

Protecting the Rights of Your Elderly Loved Ones

When you choose to place your loved one in a nursing home for their safety and care, it should be reasonable to assume they will be well-cared for. It may be a hard decision to take your elderly parent or loved one from their home or your own home and trust another with their care. Unfortunately, the doctors, nurses, and staff in nursing homes do not always handle their duties responsibly which can lead to neglect or abuse.

If your family member or loved one has been injured or neglected as a result of an irresponsible nursing home staff member, you should hire a Birmingham personal injury attorney to represent you.

Personal Injury Attorney Skilled in Litigation

At the office of Elizabeth Shaw, Attorney at Law, we believe that your loved one deserves to be treated with the utmost respect. If the nursing home they have been living in has failed to do so, we are here to help. With more than 25 years of legal experience, we are committed to protecting the best interest and rights of your loved one.

We take cases of nursing home neglect and abuse very seriously and are experienced with going to litigation over a nursing home claim. If you even suspect that your loved one has been neglected or abused, it is important that you speak with a lawyer about your rights and options.

A few examples of signs of nursing home abuse and neglect include:

• Abrasions and bruises
• Unusual slip and fall accidents
• Dehydration or starvation
• Change in personality
• Change in behavior
• Fear of certain staff members

Consult With an Experienced & Caring Attorney

The sooner you speak with our Birmingham nursing home abuse lawyer, the sooner we can get to work building a case for you. For a free initial consultation to discuss your case, contact us now at (205) 871-9550!