According to the National Center on Elder Abuse, between 1 and 2 million Americans age 65 or older have been mistreated, exploited, or injured by someone they depend on for care. Due to the prevalence of elder abuse, it is imperative that family members and friends are actively aware of what is going on in the nursing home facility that their loved one resides in.

If you suspect your loved one has been abused in a nursing home or by a private caregiver, it is your duty to protect them and seek justice for their grievances.  Here at Estey Bomberger, our San Jose nursing home abuse lawyers treat our victims with respect and compassion while navigating the workings of their specific case.

Types of Elder Abuse

Sadly, there are many different ways in which nursing home residents can be abused.  The San Jose nursing home abuse attorneys at Estey Bomberger are well versed in the different types of elder abuse and have experience handling claims involving all of the different forms that elder abuse manifests itself.  Some types of abuse nursing home residents may be subjected to, include:

• Physical abuse
• Emotional abuse
• Sexual abuse
• Neglect
• Abandonment
• Financial Exploitation.

Neglect makes up about 55 percent of elder abuse in domestic settings, such as a home where a caregiver lives with the senior or visits frequently to provide care.  Physical, emotional, and sexual abuse are prevalent in the nursing home setting or other type of assisted living setting, however, any type of abuse can happen in any setting.

Warning Signs of Elder Abuse

In order to protect your family member from being victimized, it is very important that you know the signs of elder abuse.  Some warning signs to look for, include:

• Broken bones, bruises, marks, scratches, and/or abrasions
• Bed sores
• Signs of depression, such as withdrawal from normal activities
• Arguments between elder and caregiver
• Bruises around breasts or genital area.

It is important that you call the police immediately at any sign of elder abuse.  Also, it is important you contact a San Jose nursing home abuse attorney at Estey Bomberger. As a victim of elder abuse, your loved one may be entitled to compensation. We are here to assist you in your quest for justice and can help you recover financial compensation for the damages your loved one suffered as a result of the abuse.

Let Our Law Firm Help You

The San Jose personal injury lawyers at the law firm of Estey Bomberger have helped many victims recover compensation for their grievances. Our experienced attorneys have been selected Super Lawyers four years in a row, which is an honor only bestowed upon the top 5 percent of U.S. attorneys. You can rest assured your nursing home abuse case will be handled professionally and respectfully throughout the entire claims process.  If you or your loved one lives in the San Jose area and has been a victim of nursing home abuse, call Estey Bomberger today at 1-800-890-6722 for a free consultation with one of our experienced attorneys.  Our attorneys are available 24 hours a day to answer your questions and take all cases on a contingency fee agreement, meaning you owe us nothing unless we recover compensation for you.