There are times when a family needs help with providing care for older relatives. These may be parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, etc. When the time for care arrives, we trust that the facilities and workers will provide a safe and secure environment for our loved ones. While this is usually the case, there are, unfortunately, situations where negligence or intentional misconduct leads to the harm of those we love. If you find yourself needing to take action against a nursing home or eldercare provider then it is important that you have an experienced attorney who can assist you. Damon Young is a Peoria, Illinois injury lawyer who is able to assist with such matters. He works diligently to provide the highest level of representation in each and every case he handles. If you need assistance then contact our office online or by telephone today.
Attorney taking action against negligent Illinois nursing homes & eldercare facilities
All nursing home facilities and eldercare facilities have an obligation to ensure that they are providing a safe environment for those under their watch. This obligation also requires that the facility employ qualified and appropriate staff. If this duty of care is violated, and harm is inflicted upon a resident, then the employees and the facility may be liable for damages. In cases involving intentional conduct, such as assault or sexual malfeasance, punitive damages may well be appropriate.
If your loved one has been injured in a nursing home then the first step is to ensure their immediate safety. This may include removing them from the facility. The next step is to speak with an attorney. Counsel will, if necessary, inform law enforcement of the situation. Once your attorney has taken any immediately necessary action then they will send a demand to the facility that all relevant evidence be preserved and they will inform the facility that you are represented by counsel. Once your loved one’s damages can be reasonably determined then a demand for payment will be sent to the facility’s insurance carrier. If a settlement cannot be reached then a lawsuit will be filed and the matter will be litigated. The handling of such matters can be highly complicated and it is strongly suggested that you have experienced counsel assisting you.
Damon Young is a Peoria lawyer who helps to take action against negligent nursing homes and eldercare workers. He will use your initial consultation to gain an understanding of the situation and to determine whether emergency action needs to be taken. Once your loved one is out of immediate danger, he will send the appropriate demands to the facility. Possible causes of action which Damon will investigate can include negligence, negligent hiring and supervision, torts related to intentional conduct, and more. Our firm will be in contact with you throughout the process and will ensure that you know what to expect as the matter moves forward. We understand that this is a crucial time in your life and we will give your case the attention it deserves. Contact us online or by telephone today to schedule an initial consultation.
Attorney helping Illinois residents in eldercare cases involving sexual abuse or intentional conduct
Unfortunately, there are instances in which truly egregious acts occur against seniors. These can include acts of sexual assault, physical abuse, theft, and more. In such situations, the facility employing the individual may well be liable for punitive damages. Whether such damages are warranted, and the amount involved, are typically a question for the jury. Damon is an injury lawyer who has devoted his career to helping those who have been injured by the acts of others. If you find yourself facing such a situation then we are ready to assist you in this time of need.
In addition to Peoria, our injury lawyer also serves clients in the Illinois cities of Bloomington, Eureka, Galesburg, Morton, Normal, Pekin, Springfield, and Washington.
