The Law Offices of Gregory L. Johnson provides legal services for victims of abuse and neglect in nursing homes and assisted care facilities. The office helps people in cities throughout California, including Ventura, Santa Barbara, Camarillo, Thousand Oaks, Simi Valley, and Los Angeles.
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Law Offices Of Gregory L. Johnson
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Oxnard, California 93036
Telephone: (805) 988-3661
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Falls and Fractures
Experienced Fall & Fractures Attorney in California
Nursing home residents in California are at high-risk for falling and suffering broken bones and other life-threatening injuries. As a result, nursing homes are required to create a plan of care for residents, outlining necessary assistance based on the patient's risk of falling. When this is not followed and a fall occurs, nursing homes can be held accountable. Nursing homes must take reasonable steps to prevent slip and fall accidents. Although it is impossible to prevent all accidents, nursing homes that fail to act in a reasonable manner should be held accountable for their negligence.
Supervision Requirements for At-Risk Residents of Care Facilities
When there is insufficient supervision, a lack of employees or an improperly trained staff, unnecessary accidents can occur. Falls and fractures result when patients have to do daily tasks themselves because nurses or nurse’s aides are unavailable to assist them. If they are not being cared for properly, they can even be left in this position for extended periods of time, unable to stand or reach a call button. In these situations, the lack of proper supervision or training coupled with the delicate condition of these elderly patients can prove to be catastrophic or even fatal.
Many falls in nursing homes occur as a result of the following:
- Wet floors
- Poor lighting
- Weakness resulting from malnutrition
- Malfunctioning wheelchairs and walkers
- Failure to use bed or chair alarms
- Failure to properly use restraints
- Failure to toilet residents
- Failure to have enough staff helping residents
The Law Offices of Gregory L. Johnson will investigate to find out if the nursing home failed in its duty to its residents' safety. Our experienced attorneys skillfully and aggressively pursue compensation on behalf of residents who suffer falls because of neglect in nursing homes and care facilities.
We Strive to Protect Those Who Are Not Able to Protect Themselves
We are aware of the sensitive nature of these types of cases and strive to provide the best possible representation in a dignified and professional manner. If your loved one has been injured, abused, or neglected in a nursing home, please contact us to schedule a free initial consultation with one of our experienced nursing home injury attorneys.
Contact Our Attorneys for Help
If you suspect neglect was a factor in the injury or death of your loved one, contact the Law Offices of Gregory L. Johnson. Explore your legal options during a free consultation with a knowledgeable, skilled attorney at our Southern California law office. You may send an email to our office, or call 805-988-3661.
