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New Jersey Bed Sores Lawyers

A nursing home resident can suffer serious injuries if they are left without sufficient attention from caretakers at their residential community. Nursing home employees need to regularly check up on residents, and this is especially true if those residents are bedridden for any extended period of time, as immobilization can lead to painful complications such as bed sores.

If you or a loved one has suffered serious injuries, such as bed sores, because of the negligent or abusive actions of nursing home employees, we are here to help. To learn more about your legal options, contact the New Jersey bed sores lawyers of Levinson Axelrod, P.A., today by calling 800-346-5529.

The Dangers of Bed Sores

Although a nursing home employee may not think twice about leaving a resident in their bed for an extended period of time, this sort of neglect can have both a profound physical and psychological effect on that resident. In particular, a resident who is not moved enough may develop pressure sores, or bed sores. These wounds can lead to the following problems:

  • Painful sores on parts of the body that are in contact with a bed or other surface
  • Development of a specific type of cancer
  • Joint and bone infections
  • Sepsis
  • Cellulitis, which is an infection of connective tissues

These complications can require immediate hospitalization and invasive medical procedures that can be especially dangerous for elderly individuals to undergo. That’s why regular check-ups and careful attention from nursing home employees are crucial for residents of these facilities.

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If someone you love has developed bed sores because of nursing home negligence, it may be time to consider legal action against the responsible employee and / or facility. For more information regarding the legal options available to victims of nursing home negligence, contact the New Jersey bed sores attorneys of Levinson Axelrod, P.A., at 800-346-5529 today.