Nursing home residents who may have special dietary needs, dementia, or trouble with chewing and swallowing might find it difficult to get adequate nutrition. If your loved one’s long-term care facility failed to meet their needs, our Chicago nursing home malnutrition lawyer can see to it that justice is done.
It is important that you receive professional legal support after a nursing home malnutrition incident. Regardless of how complicated your case becomes, The Rooth Law Firm can help you navigate complex legal matters. If you are from the Chicago area, call for a free consultation and let our Chicago nursing home abuse lawyer put his four decades of experience to work for you.
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When you choose The Rooth Law Firm, our trial-ready attorney will work closely with you to do everything possible to achieve the best results. That includes standing up for the rights of nursing home residents who are not given adequate nutrition due to:
- Neglect, when staff members do not pay enough attention to notice that your loved one is not eating or malnourished
- Understaffing, which means there is not enough nursing home staff to help your loved one stay healthy
- Lack of staff training, meaning that they may not be able to recognize signs of malnutrition or of conditions that can lead to malnutrition
- Low-quality food that does not satisfy residents’ dietary needs
- Lack of attention to your loved one’s specific dietary or medical needs
What can we do to pursue a just outcome in your case? Our lawyer can:
- Investigate the cause and effects of the malnutrition
- Collect evidence against the liable party or parties
- Negotiate with the insurance company for a fair settlement
- Represent your case at the Cook County Law Division or another court
Malnutrition may be accompanied by dehydration. If your loved one was also dehydrated due to a negligent nursing home, we can take this into account as we plan your legal strategy and determine which damages to pursue.
Recoverable Damages for Nursing Home Neglect and Abuse Victims
The elderly and chronically ill are at particularly high risk of suffering malnutrition. Nursing homes should be aware of this and take steps to ensure all residents receive proper nutrition and hydration. Failure to do so could mean they are liable for any health problems that residents suffer as a result.
If your loved one was the victim of nursing home abuse or negligence, you may be entitled to damages like:
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress or trauma
- Temporary or permanent disability
- Reduced quality of life
- Medical bills
- The cost of relocating your loved one
Insurance companies will fight hard to avoid paying nursing home malnutrition compensation. The Rooth Law Firm will fight even harder to try to make sure they do. If you are in the Chicago area and searching for legal guidance, we are here to help you. Call now and pay nothing until we win.
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Our legal team can provide information and advice specific to your case. In the meantime, here are some answers you might find helpful:
What Is Malnutrition?
Malnutrition is when someone does not receive the amount of food and/or nutrients they need. People with different body types, lifestyles, and medical conditions have correspondingly different dietary needs.
According to the Cleveland Clinic, there are several kinds of malnutrition. For example, undernutrition means that the person is not getting enough of the nutrients they need to remain healthy. Overnutrition means that the person is getting too much food or too much of a specific nutrient.
What Are the Signs of Malnutrition?
Signs of malnutrition depend on the circumstances, but common symptoms include:
- Unexplained changes in weight
- Unexplained changes in blood pressure
- Weakness or dizziness
- Unexplained cognitive changes, such as confusion
- Mood swings
- Changes in skin color or texture
Even if your loved one does not show all of these symptoms, do not wait to get them help if you suspect they are being mistreated in any way. Malnutrition can lead to organ failure, infections, and other potentially fatal conditions, so quick action is essential.
What Should I Do if I Suspect Nursing Home Neglect?
Take swift action to ensure your loved one’s safety. Contact the home immediately and speak to your loved one’s doctor about your concerns. You can also complain to Adult Protective Services (APS) and report the nursing home to the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH).
If possible, remove your loved one from the nursing home right away and make other arrangements for their care.
Can You Sue a Nursing Home for Malnutrition?
You can sue a nursing home if you have convincing evidence that they mistreated your loved one. Evidence that could support such a claim includes:
- Your loved one’s medical records
- Prior complaints filed against the nursing home, if applicable
- Witness testimony
- Statements from experts like doctors and nutritionists
You may already have some of these materials in your possession. Anything you do not have can be collected by our Chicago lawyer.
Note that just because you have the ability to sue a nursing home does not necessarily mean such an action is inevitable. The Rooth Law Firm can look into the possibility of settling out of court, which often allows neglect victims and their families to recover money faster.
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Since 1984, our team has offered legal assistance to nursing home malnutrition victims in Chicago and surrounding areas. With a plethora of experience and resources and a commitment to each individual client, The Rooth Law Firm is confident we can help you. Call today for a free consultation about how we can protect your loved one’s rights.
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