Albuquerque Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer

Under federal law, nursing homes that accept Medicare and Medicaid must meet certain federal standards in the care they provide. Nursing homes in Albuquerque and throughout New Mexico must also comply with state laws and regulations, including the New Mexico Adult Protective Services Act.

Unfortunately, nursing home abuse and neglect still occur at Albuquerque facilities, taking many forms. We help victims no matter the circumstances. Our nursing home physical abuse attorneys in Alburquerque handle abuse cases such as the following:

• Physical abuse: Punching, kicking, slapping, or otherwise hitting victims can lead to pain and injuries. The improper use of restraints can also result in bodily harm, as can forcing residents to move without proper support.
• Emotional and psychological abuse: You may notice anxiety, depression, or other emotional distress in your loved one. Such harm might result from harassment, intimidation, threats, or other verbal abuse.
• Sexual abuse: Non-consensual sexual contact of any kind is sexual abuse. This could include unwanted touching or kissing, sexual assault, taking explicit pictures or videos, or coerced nudity.
• Financial exploitation: Taking financial advantage of people in nursing homes may violate state and federal adult financial exploitation laws. It includes stealing, fraud, identity theft, and manipulating residents to turn over money or valuables.
• General neglect: Any action or inaction that leads to a failure to meet basic needs may be neglect. Examples include a lack of activities and failure to remove room hazards.
• Medication errors: Administering the wrong medication or dosage can amount to negligence. Intentionally medicating residents without consent is an extreme form of medication abuse.
• Inadequate supervision: Lack of proper supervision can lead to physical harm, such as falls that can cause serious injury and death. Understaffing often leads to inadequate supervision.
• Malnutrition and dehydration: New Mexico’s nursing home regulations and federal food and nutrition services laws for nursing homes impose strict guidelines regarding meal timing, nutritional value, and other rules. Each also requires adequate water to prevent dehydration.
• Unsanitary conditions: Nursing homes must maintain clean rooms and common areas. Failure to sanitize properly can spread germs and disease, resulting in infections and illness.

Some cases include multiple types of abuse and neglect. Our skilled Albuquerque personal injury lawyers can advise you of your case type and legal options.