$700,000 Settlement For An Elderly Client
Garcia & Artigliere lawyers Stephen M. Garcia and William Artigliere were proud to have achieved an $700,000.00 settlement as the trial date was imminent for an elderly client from a Southern California skilled nursing facility for the elderly which allowed the Plaintiff to develop avoidable pressure injuries. Stephen Garcia commented, “time and again these facilities…
Read More$800,000 Settlement For An Elderly Client
Garcia & Artigliere lawyers Stephen M. Garcia and David Medby were proud to have achieved an $800,000.00 settlement elderly client from a Southern California residential care facility for the elderly which allowed the Plaintiff to suffer repeated falls without referral to the required level of care for the Plaintiff. David Medby commented, “these residential care…
Read MoreCan I Put a “Nanny Cam” in My Loved One’s Room at a Nursing Home?
When your elderly family member needs to live in a nursing home, you most likely put a tremendous amount of thought and consideration into this decision. You are trusting that the facility will take care of your loved one’s health and safety exactly as you would. Unfortunately, elder abuse in nursing homes is on the…
Read MoreSexual Abuse Is More Common in Nursing Homes Than You Think
People who are unable to provide around-the-clock care for their elderly parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle, or in-law may need to place them into a nursing home. This is usually a very tough decision that requires a lot of thought as you are putting your confidence and trust into a facility and its staff to care…
Read MoreHow Do I File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against a Nursing Home?
When one of your close elderly loved ones dies at a nursing home and you believe negligent behavior is a factor, you and your family may be eligible to file a wrongful death lawsuit. The reason for this is because you and your family placed your trust in the nursing home and were counting on…
Read MoreGarcia & Artigliere Acquires $2,200,000 Verdict
Garcia & Artigliere is proud to announce that on September 14, 2023, with partner Matthew M. Coman serving as lead counsel and being assisted by the firm founding partner Stephen M. Garcia, the firm acquired a verdict in Lafayette, Louisiana of $2,200,000 against Defendants LTAC of Louisiana, LLC d/b/a “AMG Specialty Hospital,” and Acadiana Management…
Read MoreWhat You Should Know About Ischemic Stroke
Unfortunately, strokes are very common in the United States. Therefore, doctors and nurses should be prepared and ready to handle and provide the necessary care for patients experiencing a stroke. However, if an individual does not receive the immediate diagnosis and care that they need, there is a high chance that they will suffer long-term…
Read MoreWhat Does the Long-Term Care Ombudsman’s Office Do?
If an elderly person you love and are related to is being abused, you may be looking for governmental resources that can possibly help you out. While there are several of them, some seem to be more beneficial than others. In addition, most facilities and organizations focus on different things, meaning that one organization may…
Read MoreSteps to Take if You Suspect Nursing Home Abuse
Nursing home abuse is a distressing fact of life that affects much of our vulnerable elder population. If you suspect that a loved one is experiencing nursing home abuse, it is crucial to take immediate and appropriate action to ensure their safety and well-being. This guide outlines the steps you should take if you suspect…
Read MoreHow Does tPA Work for Ischemic Strokes?
Tissue plasminogen activator (tPA) is a medication used in the treatment of ischemic strokes, which occur when a blockage, typically a blood clot, obstructs blood flow to a part of the brain. tPA is a clot-busting drug that works by promoting the dissolution of the clot, thereby restoring blood flow to the affected area of…
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