Our focus and specialty at Gharibian Law is primarily elder abuse and neglect cases, specifically those taking place in nursing homes. However, we have a few other law specialties that allow us to help other members of our community find justice for their loved ones. One of those areas of laws we practice is Wrongful […]
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We often talk about resident rights in terms of quality of life, daily activities, and general care. But your rights stretch well beyond the right to a shower, good nutrition, and freedom from abuse. In fact, your rights encompass all aspects of your care, including your medical rights. As a nursing home resident, it might
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The fear of retaliation is a common result of consistent abuse. As a result, care facility residents and their families might keep quiet about their needs, neglect, and abuse, simply to prevent worsening circumstances. Fear of retaliation is almost a hidden form of abuse within nursing homes because both the retaliatory action and the fear
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When working in an industry constantly battling red tape, we have to celebrate the small victories. Since COVID, we’ve been advocating for the Essential Caregivers Act—legislation that would have greatly decreased the rates of loneliness and neglect during the pandemic. And recently, we have the first step to this industry-wide win: the Essential Caregivers Act
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Did you know that by the year 2030 one out of every six people in the United States will be over the age of 60? This means that creating an aging-friendly world is more important than ever! Everyone is responsible for ensuring our world is prepared to adequately care for every citizen as they age.
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