Posted by Pressley Henningsen

In Iowa, nursing home abuse is a serious concern that can have devastating consequences for elderly residents and their families. When suspicions or allegations of abuse arise, it’s crucial to understand the investigative process and what to expect. Understanding the Importance of Investigations Nursing home abuse can take various forms, including physical, emotional, financial, and …

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Posted by Pressley Henningsen

Who is responsible for Iowa nursing home abuse and neglect? The nursing home and its owners are responsible for what happens to their residents under their roof. They have a federal obligation to make sure that all policies and procedures are being followed. Sometimes when abuse or neglect occurs, they’re more interested in how much …

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Posted by Pressley Henningsen

Iowa nursing home neglect occurs when a care facility fails to provide adequate care to its residents, leading to physical, emotional, or psychological harm. This neglect can manifest in various forms, including insufficient medical care, inadequate hygiene, malnutrition, and failure to assist with daily activities. Residents may suffer from preventable injuries, such as bedsores or …

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Posted by Pressley Henningsen

Iowa nursing home neglect or abuse happens more often than you’d think. If your loved one has been injured or killed because of someone else’s fault, you need to take steps to make those parties accountable for their actions. Here’s why you need to report nursing home neglect and abuse: to stop what’s happening to …

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Posted by Pressley Henningsen

If you believe your loved one is suffering nursing home abuse in Iowa, you are not powerless. What Is Considered Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect in Iowa? Abuse and neglect of a resident in an Iowa nursing home or facility can take many forms. There can be: Physical abuse – things like dehydration, bed sores, …

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Posted by Pressley Henningsen

If you believe your loved one is a victim of serious nursing home abuse or neglect in Iowa, you may think hiring an attorney is the only way to get justice. However, there are pros and cons to hiring a lawyer for a possible Iowa nursing home abuse claim.  Unless your loved one has suffered …

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Posted by Laura Schultes

1. What is the Protocol for Testing Iowa Nursing Home Residents for COVID-19 Symptoms? Nursing homes have always been required to evaluate their residents for any sort of respiratory problem. Obviously, under the circumstances of this pandemic, their responsibilities are higher. They have to test anybody who qualifies under those tests. The standards for how …

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Posted by Ben Long

After you have been injured because of someone else’s fault in Iowa, you probably want to know whether you need to hire a personal injury lawyer. Do You Actually Need a Lawyer For Your Personal Injury Case? The first thing you should consider is whether you need a lawyer at all. Not every personal injury …

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If your loved one is being admitted to a nursing home, you may hear about something called a “care plan.”  But what is a care plan and where should you begin?  Let’s discuss the ins and outs of nursing home care plans. What is a Nursing Home Care Plan? A care plan is a written …

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Posted by Ben Long

You may have heard the term “statute of limitations” before, but do you know what the term actually means?  Let’s talk about what the civil statute of limitations is in Iowa and what it means for your personal injury case. The Statute of Limitations in Iowa Civil Cases The “statute of limitations” refers to the …

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