Standing Up for the Rights of the Elderly and Vulnerable
More than 1.5 million Americans live in the nation's 16,000 nursing homes, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Nursing home residents are among the most vulnerable members of our society. Yet every year, frail and elderly nursing home residents are seriously injured or die unnecessarily because of nursing home abuse and neglect.
Seeking Justice for the Injured
At the Law Office of Steven H. Dorne, we seek justice on behalf of nursing home residents. We use our legal knowledge and experience to fight for those who cannot speak up for themselves. Personal injury attorney Steven H. Dorne is experienced in resolving nursing home injury claims, including those involving:
- Failure to prevent falls
- Failure to prevent bed sores (decubitus ulcers)
- Malnutrition
- Dehydration
- Physical abuse
- Sexual abuse
- Psychological abuse
- Failure to refer residents for medical care
- Medication errors
- Infections
- Inadequate staffing
- Wandering or elopement
- Inappropriate use of restraints
Holding the Negligent Responsible
When a resident of a nursing home, skilled nursing facility or assisted living center is injured due to neglect or abuse, we pursue financial compensation for the victim. We also bring the matter to the attention of the authorities who govern the facilities. By holding nursing homes accountable for adhering to the standards of care that they are obligated by law to abide by, we hope to make these facilities safer for all residents.
Experienced Elder Abuse Lawyer Serving Clients in Rockville, Greenbelt, Fairfax, Washington, D.C., and Other Communities Throughout the Region
Whether you are seeking a nursing home negligence lawyer or an attorney experienced in nursing home law in Virginia, Maryland or the Washington, D.C. area, you can rely on the Law Offices of Steven H. Dorne. To arrange a free initial consultation, please call us toll free at 877-234-4179 or contact us by e-mail. For your convenience, we have offices in Washington, D.C., Rockville, Greenbelt and Fairfax.
