How to Investigate Nursing Home Abuse

Deciding to admit your elderly loved one to a nursing home isn’t an easy task. After painstakingly mulling over the options, you chose a nursing home facility that promised to give them the best care and attention. However, what happens when you suspect that your loved one isn’t being cared for properly? Unfortunately, nursing home…

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Who’s More at Risk of Elder Abuse?

While elder abuse affects swaths of seniors across the country, there are certain individuals who are more at risk of being targeted for abuse. Learn who these individuals are and how you can protect your elderly relatives if they fall into this category. HIGHER RISK FACTORS FOR ELDER ABUSE Elder abuse involves a single or repeated act…

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Attorney Stephen Garcia Featured in Lawdragon’s “Lawyer Limelight”

As one of the most respected legal media companies in the country, Lawdragon publishes comprehensive annual legal guides and editorial features to highlight top attorneys. At Garcia & Artigliere, we’re delighted to share that our senior partner Stephen Garcia has once again been featured in an article for Lawdragon’s “Lawyer Limelight” series, in honor of his groundbreaking…

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Can You Prevent Nursing Home Abuse?

Nursing home abuse is a heinous crime that impacts millions of seniors every year. In fact, according to the National Center on Elder Abuse, approximately 10% of elders have experienced some form of abuse. Given the prevalence of elder abuse, many family members want to know what they can do to protect their loved ones in their…

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Reporting Nursing Home Abuse

The abuse or neglect of an elder in a nursing home cannot be tolerated. This is a heinous crime for which perpetrators must be held accountable. Learn how to identify and report nursing home abuse. WARNING SIGNS OF NURSING HOME ABUSE The vast majority of nursing home abuse crimes go unreported, either due to the…

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How to Select a Good Nursing Home

The nursing home you select for your elderly loved one will have a great impact on their health and happiness. You’ll want to tour facilities thoroughly and choose one that has high-quality amenities and services. In this guide, we’ll walk you through some tips for selecting a good nursing home. WHAT MAKES A GOOD NURSING…

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Identifying Financial Abuse of a Senior

Nursing home abuse takes many different forms. One form that many may not be familiar with is financial abuse. The evidence of financial abuse can be subtle and difficult to detect, yet it can have devastating consequences on an elderly person’s stability and independence. Learn how to identify and report the financial abuse of an elderly person.…

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