The California Supreme Court holds that signing an optional arbitration agreement is not a “healthcare decision” Healthcare facilities increasingly rely on arbitration agreements to shield
In less than three months, two residents of the Ararat Nursing Facility in Mission Hills died under suspicious circumstances that directly point to negligence. After
It’s officially October which means we are celebrating Residents’ Rights Month! This is a fantastic opportunity to raise awareness, take a few extra steps to
Abuse and neglect are closely related and often look similar. Spotting the difference informs how you handle the situation. Abuse and neglect can happen to
It is up to all of us to be advocates for the elderly in our communities. Creating an aging-friendly world and building solid relationships can
September is Healthy Aging Month! During September we are raising awareness of ways older Americans can age with grace and dignity and live their best
We often focus our attention on the residents and elderly Americans who need care. But what about the caregivers? They need just as much support
Despite our best efforts to provide key resources to nursing home residents across the country, there is always new information to share. While there may
The adage is true: knowledge is power. Knowing your rights and the policies that shape quality care is incredibly important to bettering the nursing home
Our local efforts to prevent abuse have helped make great strides in protecting our most vulnerable elderly population. However, sometimes help is needed at a
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
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
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
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
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?
We are halfway through 2024, but there is still plenty of time to get involved in the fight for better living conditions in nursing homes
Though we’ve talked extensively about elder abuse, you may still be wondering what the legal definition is. What, according to California law constitutes abuse? That
The annual World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is almost here! On June 15, we will join the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse
Good professional care for your loved one is vital. More than ever, it is important to ensure anyone caring for America’s elderly is qualified, caring,
It is no secret that better quality nursing equals better quality care. Over the past few years, it has been a focus of nursing home
