Elder abuse is not always easy to notice. Many viable cases of elder abuse in Georgia are not readily apparent because it can often be a single act of physical abuse or act of negligence. It can also be several overt acts of abuse or gross negligence. The statute of limitations for nursing home injury or negligence is two years from the time of injury or negligence was discovered. 

If you have a loved one in a nursing home or senior living facility it is important that you remain vigilant and always be observant to the level of care they are receiving. While abuse may not always be readily apparent, there may be subtle signs of neglect. Some examples of neglect include:

• Medical Malpractice 
• Medication Errors
• Physical Abuse
• Sexual Abuse
• Emotional Abuse 
• Financial Exploitation and Fraud 
• Bed Sores
• Repeated Falls
• Fractures
• Infections
• Sudden Weight Loss
• Dehydration
• Inadequate Supervision
• Bed Rail Entrapment
• Deprivation of Dignity
• Poor Personal Hygiene
• Peer on peer abuse 

When evaluating a case involving the custodial treatment of an elderly person or a dependent adult in the Atlanta metro area, such as in a nursing home or residential care facility, it is important to investigate all issues that might suggest a pattern of neglect. 

Be alert to comments by the caregivers. Often when there is neglect the caregivers tend to blame the resident for things beyond their control such as falls or incontinence. Be cautious of caregivers who tend to refer to your loved as a burden or problematic. 

The day-to-day care provided to your loved one by a licensed nursing home or senior living facility is heavily regulated by the State of Georgia. Our office can evaluate your case to determine any civil liability and make the appropriate referrals for any suspected abuse that may be potentially be criminal under Georgia law.