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# Bronx Nursing Home Injury Attorney
## Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect in New York City
When we place our elderly loved ones in the care of nursing homes and other
residential facilities, we trust that the staff will provide our loved
ones with the highest level of care. Unfortunately, this is not always
the case. In fact, nursing home abuse and neglect is an immense problem
in the United States, with as many as one in six individuals over the
age of 59 experiencing abuse in community settings each year,
. Even more alarming, WHO reports that two out of three staff members in
nursing homes and other long-term care facilities have admitted to committing
some form of abuse in the past year and, during the COVID-19 pandemic,
rates of elder abuse and neglect have increased.
If you suspect that your elderly loved one may be the victim of nursing
home abuse or neglect, or if you have been harmed by a trusted caregiver,
do not wait to contact the authorities right away. Then, reach out to
 to learn how we can protect your rights and fight for the justice you
deserve. Since 1991, our nursing home injury attorneys in the Bronx have
successfully represented elderly individuals and their families throughout
New York City. We strive to be a voice for the voiceless, putting the
power back into the hands of those the system works against. Our entire
team is committed to maximizing your recovery so that you can heal and
move forward with your life.
**Call
(718) 293-0980 or
 for a free consultation. You can also visit our office in the Bronx, no
appointment needed! Hablamos español.**
### WHAT IS NURSING HOME ABUSE?
Nursing home abuse refers to both substandard care and outright abuse against
elderly individuals receiving professional care. Despite its name, nursing
home abuse does not only affect residents of nursing homes; any elderly
individual in any type of long-term care facility, as well as those receiving
professional caregiver services at home, can be a victim of nursing home abuse.
**There are several different types of nursing home abuse, including:**
* **Physical Abuse:** Physical abuse is any harmful bodily contact, such as hitting, shoving,
  pinching, slapping, grabbing, or pushing.
* **Neglect:** Neglect is a form of abuse that occurs when an individual’s basic
  care needs, such as eating/drinking or medical care, are not met.
* **Emotional Abuse:** Emotional abuse (or psychological abuse) includes any non-physical conduct
  that harms an individual, such as belittling, isolating, or yelling at someone.
* **Sexual Abuse:** Any unwanted or nonconsensual contact of a sexual nature, including groping
  or rape, is considered sexual abuse.
According to WHO, emotional/psychological abuse is by far the most often
reported type of abuse, both by elderly adults and nursing home/long-term
care facility staff (11.6 percent and 32.5 percent, respectively). This
is particularly insidious, as psychological abuse is often the most difficult
to recognize
*and* the most difficult to prove.
Elderly individuals were next most likely to report financial abuse (6.8
percent), whereas staff was second most likely to report neglect (12 percent).
The rate of neglect reported by older adults was 4.2 percent, followed
by physical abuse at 2.6 percent, and sexual abuse at 0.9 percent. Staff
members were more likely to report physical abuse (9.3 percent), followed
by sexual abuse (0.7 percent).
Sadly, it is highly likely that many instances of nursing home abuse go
unreported, meaning the real numbers are much higher. Nursing home abuse
is a serious and widespread epidemic in facilities across the U.S., including
in New York.
 found that as many as 260,000 elderly individuals in the state of New
York had suffered some type of elder abuse in the past year. Even more
alarming, the actual rate of elder abuse in New York State was almost
*24 times higher* than the number of incidents reported to law enforcement, social service,
or legal authorities.
### What Are the Signs of Nursing Home Abuse?
Nursing home abuse can have devastating or even deadly consequences. It
is absolutely critical that elderly individuals and their family members
know the signs of nursing home abuse so that they can take immediate action
when abuse occurs. Often, older adults are unable or unwilling to report
nursing home abuse, sometimes out of fear, sometimes due to medical conditions
that impair cognitive functioning, and sometimes because they simply do
not recognize that what is occurring is abuse. If your loved one resides
in a long-term care facility or receives assistance from a professional
caregiver, it is important that you know and look out for the signs of
nursing home abuse.
**Some of the most common signs of nursing home abuse and neglect include:**
* Bedsores/pressure ulcers
* Broken bones, bruises, cuts, and other unexplained injuries
* Head and face injuries
* Falls and/or fall-related injuries
* Signs of physical restraint, such as marks on the wrists or ankles
* Signs of chemical restraint, such as disorientation, sedation, or confusion
* Dehydration and/or malnutrition
* Poor dental hygiene
* Poor general hygiene
* Sudden, unexplained weight loss or gain
* Untreated illness or infection
* Injuries on or near genitals, buttocks, or breasts
* New sexually transmitted diseases/infections (STDs/STIs)
* Inappropriate sexual or physical contact with staff
* Unusual changes in mood or behavior, such as new bouts of crying or anxiety
* Depression, disengagement, or unexplained withdrawal from others
* Apparent fear in staff members’ presence
* Aggressive or violent outbursts
* Decreased self-esteem or self-worth
* Symptoms of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
* Changes in sleeping patterns, such as difficulty sleeping, fatigue, or insomnia
Poor or unsanitary conditions can also indicate that abuse or neglect is
occurring in a nursing home facility. Signs include soiled or dirty bedclothes,
unchanged clothing, poor personal hygiene, and run-down or poorly maintained
facilities.
### Types of Injuries Caused by Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect
Over time, nursing home abuse and neglect can lead to serious and even
life-threatening injuries. Even a single act of abuse can result in catastrophic
injuries or
.
**Common nursing home injuries include:**
* Cuts, scrapes, and lacerations
* Bruises/contusions
* Fractured hips, wrists, ankles, and other bones
* Head and brain injuries
* Concussions
* Spinal cord injuries
* Bedsores
* Bedrail/bed injuries
* Asphyxiation
* Severe infections, such as sepsis
Without immediate medical treatment, these injuries can lead to severe
complications and may even be fatal. If your elderly loved one has suffered
any type of injury while in the care of a nursing home or long-term residential
facility, you should seek medical attention right away. Then, you should
report any suspected abuse and contact an attorney, like those at Wolf
& Fuhrman LLP, who can help protect your rights.
### How to Report Nursing Home Abuse in New York
**There are several ways to report nursing home abuse and neglect in New York:**
* Call 911 if you or anyone else appears to be in imminent danger
* Submit a
   with the New York State Department of Health online
* Call the 24-hour Nursing Home Complaint Hotline at 1-888-201-4563
* Contact local law enforcement and report suspected abuse
* Report abuse to the
   in your area
After reporting abuse to the appropriate authorities, you should immediately
contact an experienced nursing home attorney. At Wolf & Fuhrman LLP,
we can review the details of your case and determine whether you have
grounds to sue the nursing home, long-term care facility, or staff member
responsible for your or your loved one’s abuse or neglect.
**There are no fees for you unless we win your case. Call
(718) 293-0980,
, or walk into our office in the Bronx today for a free consultation.**
#### Our Recent Case Results
* *Brain Damage*
  **$9 Million**
* *Botched Surgery*
  **$8 Million**
* *Birth Injury*
  **$7 Million**
* *Malpractice*
  **$6.1 Million**
* *Medical Malpractice*
  **$6 Million**
  **$5.1 Million**
* *Stroke*
  **$5 Million**
* *Birth injury*
  **$4.4 Million**
  **$4.3 Million**
  **$3.8 Million**
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#### Hear What People Say About Us
* > “Eliot Wolf guided us with the utmost case, knowledge and expertise every step of the way!”
  >
  > **- C.S.**
* > “Wolf & Fuhrman handled a family personal injury case with professionalism and great care to detail. They were friendly, smart and made us feel comfortable during a difficult time.”
  > **- Alan Anczelowicz**
* > “I am very pleased with the support and assistance from Mr. Wolf and his team. They go above and beyond to assist their clients.”
  > **- Mr. and Mrs. A.**
* > “I want to thank Eliot and his team for a job well done. Eliot was very successful in our case, but more importantly he was always available for my family if we had questions or concern.”
  > **- Luis**
* > “I strongly recommend Marvin for his highly ethical and professional representation of clients in cases involving personal injury, accidents and wrongful death.”
  > **- Former Client**
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* **Over 65 Years of Combined Experience**
* **We Prepare Every Case for Trial to Maximize Recovery for Our Clients**
* **Personalized Attention From Beginning to End**
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### Why Hire a Nursing Home Abuse Attorney?
Nursing home abuse cases are very complex. There are many hoops you must
jump through, and the system does not favor victims but, instead, empowers
the already powerful—nursing home facilities and their insurance
providers. When you work with an attorney, however, you put the power
back in your hands.
At Wolf & Fuhrman LLP, our Bronx nursing home abuse attorneys know
how to fight back against the unjust nursing home and long-term care facility
system. We have extensive experience successfully representing victims
of nursing home abuse and their families and have secured numerous favorable
settlements and verdicts on their behalf. We understand what you are up
against, and we are prepared to fight for you.
Throughout the legal process, you can count on us to provide the personalized
and attentive support you need. Our doors are always open; you can visit
our office any time and speak to a member of our team—no appointment
necessary! As a client, you will receive direct communication from your
attorney, as well as consistent updates on the status of your case. We
are proud to represent people from all walks of life, including the impaired,
the homeless, minorities, and the disadvantaged, as well as New Yorkers
simply trying to get by. We are here to be your advocate and fight for
the justice you deserve.
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# Case Results
* **$9,000,000**
  *Brain Damage*
  51 year old child care provider who suffered brain damage following complications of open heart surgery.
* **$8,000,000**
  *Botched Surgery*
  Milkman in Suffolk County who suffered nerve damage after hernia surgery. Defendant refused to make any offer to settle.
* **$7,000,000**
  *Birth Injury*
  Infant sustained brain damage at birth due to delay in performing C-section.
* **$6,100,000**
  *Malpractice*
  $6,100,000.00 is the value that a Bronx jury awarded to the family of Juan Flores for his pain and suffering resulting from the malpractice that the jury determined.
  Faced with three different questions of malpractice the jury found for the plaintiff on each the three questions.
  The three weeklong trial was hard fought before Eliot M. Wolf, Esq., was able to obtain this verdict.
  He will be donating twenty percent of his recovery from this verdict to charity.
* **$6,000,000**
  *Medical Malpractice*
  For woman undergoing hernia repair who was not properly monitored and suffered lack of oxygen to her brain after surgery.
* **$5,100,000**
  Failure to provide oxygen to 39 year old mother following C-Section
# Reviews
* > **Highly Ethical and Professional**
  > I strongly recommend Marvin for his highly ethical and professional representation of clients in cases involving personal injury, accidents and wrongful death. He is truly a superb lawyer in our community.
  > - Former Client
* > **Honest and extremely knowledgeable**
  > I want to thank Eliot and his team for a job well done. Eliot was very successful in our case, but more importantly he was always available for my family if we had questions or concern.
  > - Luis
* > **Super Lawyer**
  > I am very pleased with the support and assistance from Mr. Wolf and his team. They go above and beyond to assist their clients. They answer and return calls promptly. Mr. Wolf gets the job done and he keeps a smile on your face.
  > - Mr. and Mrs. A.
* > **Professionalism, Responsiveness**
  > Wolf and Fuhrman handled a family personal injury case with professionalism and great care to detail. They were friendly, smart and made us feel comfortable during a difficult time. We could not have been more happy with the outcome. Thanks guys!!
  > - Alan Anczelowicz
* > **Knowledgeable, Caring, A real Mensch**
  > Eliot Wolf guided us with the utmost case, knowledge and expertise every step of the way! He is very busy lawyer, yet he made us feel as if our case was the most important thing to him and truly gave it his all, producing very desirable results.
  > - C.S.
# Contact Wolf & Fuhrman, LLP Today!
If you or someone you love has been injured due to the careless or wrongful
conduct of another, contact Wolf & Fuhrman LLP right away. Our personal
injury and medical malpractice attorneys in the Bronx can help you understand
your legal rights and options during a completely free and confidential
consultation. Our doors are always open—visit our office in the
Bronx, located on Webster Avenue at street level, today to speak to a
member of our team, no appointment necessary! Hablamos español.
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