Nursing Homes

Sexual Abuse alleged against Nursing Home

by Jeffrey J. Downey, Esq A recent lawsuit filed against Harbor Health and Rehab alleges that a 96-year-old demented resident was subject to sexual abuse by a male resident, explains Virginia Nursing home attorney Jeffrey Downey. Resident on resident abuse is a recurring issue, especially in dementia wards where residents may be mentally incapacitated.   In … Read more →

California Jury Sends $20 Million Message to For-Profit Nursing Homes

By Attorney Jeffrey J. Downey, P.C., serving Maryland, Virginia, and Washington DC Sometimes I feel I’m on a treadmill, reading about the latest attempts by corporations avoid accountability regarding negligence occurring at their nursing home facilities.  Yet there are moments that show justice does prevail in the courtroom against the nursing home industry. According to … Read more →

Law Enforcement Agencies In Our Region Receive Training on dealing with Individuals who have Alzheimer’s, Dementia, or Autism

By Jeffrey J. Downey, nursing home abuse attorney serving Maryland, Virginia, and the Districtof Columbia In their daily work, law enforcement agencies across the country encounter individuals with mental acuity disabilities at least 50 percent of their active-duty time. Specific disabilities, such as Alzheimer’s dementia, and autism pose greater challenges, and call for more detailed … Read more →

Watch List: Woodmore House

FOIA Data Base – The Law Office of Jeffrey J. Downey, serving clients in Washington D.C., Virginia and Maryland If you have been injured in a nursing home or assisted living facility, call the Law Office of Jeffrey J. Downey for a free consultation. Phone: 703-564-7318; email: jdowney@jeffdowney.com Woodmore House 1717 Largo Road Upper Marlboro, … Read more →

Virginia Medical Malpractice Laws

In the past decade alone the term medical malpractice has been a constant feature in many lawsuits against hospitals, healthcare facilities as well as health care providers. While there is a general overview of what medical malpractice is, it is important to be aware of the legal provisions available in order to sue for medical … Read more →

Factors That Can Lead To A Nursing Home Negligence Claim

If you senior have suffered injuries due to negligence in a nursing home resident, the chances are that you are have considered or are contemplating taking a legal action. While this is possible, not everyone is aware of what may lead to a nursing home negligence claim. However, if you or your loved one is … Read more →

Watch List: Adelphi Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Adelphi Nursing and Rehabilitation Center FOIA Data Base – The Law Office of Jeffrey J. Downey, serving clients in Washington D.C., Virginia and Maryland If you have been injured in a nursing home or assisted living facility, call the Law Office of Jeffrey J. Downey for a free consultation. Phone: 703-564-7318; email: jdowney@jeffdowney.com Adelphi Nursing … Read more →

Rose Hill Health and Rehab

FOIA Data Base – The Law Office of Jeffrey Downey Serving clients in Washington D.C., Virginia and Maryland If you have been injured in a nursing home or assisted living facility, call the law office of Jeffrey J. Downey for a free consultation. Phone: 703-564-7318; email: jdowney@jeffdowney.com Rose Hill Health and Rehabilitation Center 110 Chalmers … Read more →