An experienced Arizona personal injury attorney will make sure that the rights of the elder will be upheld and protected. Many times, nursing home care unfortunately ends in the elderly being taken advantage of, either through physical abuse or emotional. When a loved one is hurt in a nursing home, it is important for the family to know that it is good to take steps to protect the elder from being abused and neglected in nursing home facilities. Loved ones who file claims when their elderly loved one has been injured in a nursing home are helping to protect other individuals in the future from being hurt and are seeking justice.
Arizona Elder Abuse and Neglect Statistics
In Arizona, there are about 10,000 reports of elder abuse made each year. The majority of the victims of elder abuse are usually females and are ages 75 years old and above. The adults who are abused are usually those who are mentally and physically impaired.
Arizona State Vulnerable Adult Law
A person who has been employed to take care of a vulnerable adult and who has been found to have either caused an injury or who has endangered the life of a vulnerable adult may be charged with a felony.
Contact a Professional Arizona Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer
A professional Arizona nursing home abuse lawyer will make sure that the rights of the vulnerable elderly will be protected. When an elder is hurt by someone who is supposed to be taking care of them, it is likely that this is not the first person who has been hurt by the caretaker. Most family members bring claims when their loved ones have been hurt to seek justice and to make sure that other innocent elderly individuals are not hurt in the future by the same care taker. The Breyer Law Offices, P.C. offer free consultations and there is no fee unless we win. Call today for your free consultation.
