By Jeffrey J. Downey, Esq Healthy elderly family members require very little assistance with movement and daily tasks. But when dementia and other illnesses take their toll, it becomes important to secure quality long term care. Typically, you would hope your loved one receives the respect and care they deserve at a nursing home. But … Read more →
By Jeffrey J. Downey, Esq Staffing is usually a challenge in many nursing homes and assisted living facilities. In fact, much of the neglect in long-term care facilities can be traced to a lack of adequate staffing, either in numbers or training. Now facilities in Hong Kong are using robot technology to help address the … Read more →
By Jeffrey J. Downey, Esq Elder abuse is a serious problem in the United States. According to the National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA), one in ten elderly people are victims of elder abuse each month. Elder abuse can take many forms, including physical, emotional, sexual, and financial abuse. In this article, you learn the … Read more →
By Jeffrey J. Downey, Esq About the Author Jeffrey Downey is a trial attorney with over 30 years of litigation experience. He regularly prosecutes nursing homes and assisted living facilities for the neglect of their residents. He also works with advocacy groups to help educate consumers regarding the pervasive problems of neglect in our long-term … Read more →
by Jeffrey J. Downey, Esq In Maryland, diagnostic mistakes are common blunders in the medical field, including neglecting to diagnose a patient’s condition, diagnosing the incorrect disease in a patient, and/or delaying the diagnosis of a patient’s condition. Diagnostic mistakes of all kinds are included in medical malpractice. Failure to order appropriate imaging studies to … Read more →
by Jeffrey J. Downey, Esq Elder abuse is a severe issue for older people. The National Institute on Aging reports that many older people are abused yearly. Elder abuse can come from a family member, friend, or caregiver. As a result, it is critical to be aware of the warning signs of elder abuse and … Read more →
by Jeffrey J. Downey, Esq After you or someone you know sustained injuries in Fairfax, VA, due to someone else’s negligence, you are entitled to compensatory damages to help you pay for your hospital bills and other damages, like pain and suffering. The Virginia justice system allows you to receive monetary damages for pain and … Read more →
by Jeffrey J. Downey, Esq The Southern District of New York settled a false claims act case against Plaza Rehab and Center, operated by Citadel Care Centers, LLC for $7.85 million. It’s one of the first cases of its kind, alleging the fraudulent switching of residents’ healthcare coverage to increase Medicare reimbursement. The case alleged … Read more →
by Jeffrey J. Downey, Attorney In a victory for Virginia consumers, a Fairfax Circuit Court Judge recently ruled that Plaintiff had stated a viable cause of action against Greenspring Village Inc., for alleged misrepresentations they made when Plaintiff, Sara McCorkle, transferred to their assisted living facility. The Complaint alleges that when Ms. McCorkle was admitted … Read more →
By Jeffrey J. Downey, Attorney Domestic violence knows no bounds. It can happen to anyone, regardless of age, race, gender, or socioeconomic status. Unfortunately, elders are especially vulnerable to physical, mental and financial abuse. They may be isolated from family and friends, have fewer financial resources, and be in poor health. As a result, they … Read more →