An overview of cases handled by Cook County nursing home abuse attorneys
Nursing home lawsuits in Cook County are filed at the Daley Center, located at 50 W. Washington St. in Chicago across from City Hall. So what is nursing home abuse?
Nursing home abuse occurs when a staff member or another resident causes physical, mental, or sexual harm or exploits the resident’s financial resources. Examples of nursing home abuse include unexplained physical injuries such as bruises, cuts, burns, broken bones, or sprains.
Negligence occurs when a staff member or other resident fails to provide or withhold the necessities of life, including food, clothing, shelter, or health care. Examples of neglect include bedsores, frozen joints, malnutrition, dehydration, hypothermia, heat stroke, or inappropriate medications leading to illness.
Illinois law defines a nursing home resident as a person age 60 or older who is a current, future, or former resident. Residents have the right to appropriate care, appropriate treatment and compensation in the event of abuse or neglect.
The Elder Abuse and Neglect Program responds to reports of abuse, neglect or financial exploitation of persons 60 and older. The Elder Abuse Program has 45 locations across the state that conduct investigations, work to resolve abuse situations and provide services to victims.
Specifically for allegations of elder abuse and neglect, Illinois has a program called the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program to assist residents and family members. The ombudsman is an appointed official who investigates complaints of abuse or neglect of older people. They inform residents and families of their rights, resolve complaints and advocate for appropriate care.
In Cook County, the Chicago Department of Aging assists with elder abuse and neglect claims. Located at 30 N. LaSalle, Suite 2320, Chicago, IL 60602-2586.
Malpractice lawsuits provide compensation for victims and act as a safeguard to ensure that the correct standards are being followed in the industry. If you or a loved one has suffered abuse or neglect, you should contact an experienced attorney to help you with your claim. All claims handled by malpractice attorneys are investigated and prosecuted at no upfront cost to the client. Claims are handled on a contingency basis, meaning there is no fee unless the client wins. If the client wins, the attorney will recover a portion of the damages awarded. Through contingency fees, everyone can get the best representation regardless of his/her economic status.
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