Who can sue for nursing home abuse in Massachusetts? Generally, you can file a legal claim for compensation if you or a loved one experienced nursing home abuse. You may also file a claim if you represent the estate of someone who passed due to abuse in a nursing home.
You can learn more about your eligibility with a Boston nursing home abuse lawyer from our team at Jason Stone Injury Lawyers. We have two decades of experience serving our local community, and we’re ready to help you.
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Can You Sue for Nursing Home Abuse in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts allows several groups to file a nursing home abuse claim. You may qualify for damages if:
- You faced nursing home abuse while staying in a facility
- You have a family member who experienced nursing home abuse
- You represent the estate of someone who passed after experiencing nursing home abuse
In the first two cases, you may file a personal injury claim with help from an attorney. If you represent the estate of an individual who passed, you may file a wrongful death claim instead. We’ll get back to you within 24 hours about your options if you contact us for help.
What Qualifies You to Sue for Nursing Home Abuse?
You may file a lawsuit if you (or a loved one) experienced any form of abuse while staying at a nursing home in Massachusetts. Our team can help you file a claim if you experienced physical acts of abuse. We may also handle claims involving:
- Neglect that led to physical, mental, or emotional harm
- Financial abuse
- Sexual abuse
Your attorney will gather evidence demonstrating that the abuse occurred and the severity of the harm it caused. We’ll focus on identifying the at-fault party and supporting you throughout the entirety of your claim.
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Do You Have to Sue for Nursing Home Abuse?
Filing a lawsuit represents one option to secure compensation after an act of nursing home abuse. However, your family may have other options, including settling out of court with the nursing home’s insurance provider.
Settling may allow you to get compensation more quickly and without court fees. However, insurance companies do not always treat you fairly. We can review their offers, negotiate for you, and guide you to the best choice for your situation.
What Compensation Do You Get if You Sue for Nursing Home Abuse?
Filing a nursing home abuse lawsuit can allow you to seek compensation to cover your family’s losses. In many cases, you have a chance to get funds for:
Current and Future Medical Costs
Nursing home abuse may result in serious injuries, including bedsores and broken bones. Your attorney may help you secure damages for emergency treatment, time in a hospital, medical tests, rehabilitation, and medication.
We’ll track all of your losses and factor them into the compensation we request.
Lost Pay
You may have to take significant time off work to care for a loved one after they experience nursing home abuse. We may track your lost pay, bonuses, and raises to help you seek fair compensation.
Pain and Suffering
We focus on helping clients secure compensation for their mental anguish and emotional pain after any act of nursing home abuse. These factors can make it more challenging to complete everyday tasks, impacting your family for many years.
How Much Compensation Do You Get After Suing?
The compensation for nursing home abuse cases can vary based on the extent of the injuries and other factors. Our team will track your family’s specific losses, working to bring you maximum compensation for your situation.
We’ve brought clients over $19 million over our decades of service to the local community. Find out more about your case by contacting us for a risk-free consultation.
How Does a Lawyer Help with a Nursing Home Abuse Lawsuit?
Our team assists with all of your legal needs after an act of nursing home abuse. We can find the liable party and investigate to collect evidence, including:
- Witness testimony from anyone who saw the abuse
- Possible video surveillance of the incident
- Incident reports filed about the abuse
- Statements from medical professionals who treated the abuse
We use the evidence to build a solid claim on your behalf. We also handle all communication with nursing home representatives and insurance companies, giving you more time to focus on caring for your family.
Speak to Us About a Nursing Home Abuse Lawsuit
Who can sue for nursing home abuse? You may file a lawsuit if you or a loved one experienced abuse in a nursing home. You may also file a claim if nursing home abuse led to a death. Our team at Jason Stone Injury Lawyers can review your unique situation.
Complete our online contact form or call to learn more.
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