Santa Monica Nursing Home Negligence Attorney

Vigorous Representation for Nursing Home Abuse Claims in California 

When we put our loved ones in a nursing home, we expect that they will receive caring, professional care. Unfortunately, that does not always occur. Nursing home operators could operate unsafely for residents, hoping to increase profits. They may replace highly trained nurses with undertrained personnel and try to get by with minimum staff. As a result, a patient may have to wait for care. Bedsores may not be noticed or cared for. Medicine may not be dispensed at the proper times or in improper doses. Overworked personnel may lose their tempers and subject patients to verbal or physical abuse.

The nursing home may be liable for negligent care if you observe unexplained injuries, unclean linen, or unreasonable restraints. Prosecuting these cases for damages requires an understanding of nursing homes and experience in ferreting out the truth. You are urged to contact a personal injury lawyer in Santa Monica for experienced representation.

Concerned about how your loved one is being treated in a care facility? Speak with a trusted Santa Monica nursing home negligence attorney today to explore your legal options. Call McGee Lerer Ogrin today at (310) 231-9717 or contact us online to get started!

Common Warning Signs of Negligence in Nursing Homes

Recognizing the early signs of negligence can help prevent further harm to your loved one. In addition to visible injuries, pay close attention to more subtle changes that may indicate neglect:

• Sudden emotional withdrawal or lack of interest in previously enjoyed activities
• Uncharacteristic fearfulness or anxiety, especially around certain staff members
• Hesitation to speak openly when caregivers are present
• Signs of dehydration, such as dry mouth, cracked lips, or confusion
• Unexpected weight loss without a medical explanation
• Frequent infections or recurring illnesses that go untreated
• Visible bedsores or skin breakdown that may suggest immobility or poor hygiene
• Medication confusion missed doses, or symptoms of overmedication like drowsiness
• Unsanitary conditions in personal living spaces or communal areas

Trust your instincts—if something seems wrong, it’s essential to take action. Early intervention can make a meaningful difference in your loved one’s safety and quality of life.

Recoverable Damages in Nursing Home Negligence Cases

When a nursing home breaches its responsibility to provide proper care, residents may experience severe physical and emotional harm. Depending on the details of the situation, those affected—and their families—may have the right to pursue financial compensation for the resulting losses:

• Medical Expenses – Coverage for hospital visits, surgeries, medications, therapy, and future medical care resulting from the negligence.
• Pain and Suffering – Payment for the physical pain and emotional distress experienced by the resident due to mistreatment or neglect.
• Rehabilitation Costs – Expenses for ongoing rehabilitation services, such as physical therapy or counseling, required to aid recovery.
• Relocation Costs – Reimbursement for moving the resident to a safer, more appropriate facility when negligence is discovered.
• Loss of Dignity and Enjoyment of Life – Damages for the diminished quality of life caused by isolation, emotional trauma, or loss of independence.
• Wrongful Death Damages – In tragic cases where negligence leads to death, surviving family members may pursue compensation for funeral costs, loss of companionship, and related losses.

Our experienced attorney can evaluate your situation, gather evidence, and advocate for the full compensation your loved one deserves. Every case is unique, and securing justice means understanding the full impact of the harm done.

Contact Our Santa Monica Nursing Home Negligence Lawyer Today

We are dedicated to ensuring that our elderly in nursing homes receive safe and compassionate care. We are McGee Lerer Ogrin, a husband and wife team with over 40 combined legal experience. When we take on a nursing home negligence case, we conduct a thorough investigation to build our case. We have the resources to hire medical experts to back up our case. We then negotiate for fair compensation for our clients, including medical expenses, rehabilitation costs, hospitalization, and pain and suffering. With our reputation for courtroom success, we can obtain settlements. 98% of our cases settle before trial. View our firm's profile at FindaNursingHomeAbuseLawyer.com.

Let a skilled Santa Monica nursing home negligence attorney help you seek justice and protect your loved one’s rights—contact us now for a confidential consultation.