Medical Negligence

Wrongful Death: California Residents Restrained with Sedatives

A Berkeley man was heavily sedated to prevent him from “wandering” in a Los Angeles nursing home. His over-medication eventually led to his death and his family is now suing the nursing home for “dependent neglect, negligence, and negligent infliction of emotional distress.”  “A loss is considered a wrongful death when the death results from

Wrongful Death: California Residents Restrained with Sedatives Read More »

Fractures and Falls: What You Need to Know

Fractures and Falls: What You Need to Know

According to the CDC, there are roughly 36 million falls among older adults every year. In 2020, those falls resulted in 36,000 deaths. These shocking numbers over the years have led to a number of programs, awareness, advocacy, and research that will hopefully decrease those numbers significantly. Here’s what you need to know about fractures

Fractures and Falls: What You Need to Know Read More »

The Risk of Falls in Nursing Home Facilities: W hat Families Should Know

Understanding Common Falls and Fractures in Nursing Home Residents

Updated: Feb 3, 2025 Falls are a major threat to older adults—one in four experiences a fall each year, sending more than three million seniors to the ER. In nursing homes, where residents rely on staff for mobility support and supervision, falls are the leading cause of serious injuries and deaths. Most nursing home fall

Understanding Common Falls and Fractures in Nursing Home Residents Read More »