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How Do You Remove a Loved One from a Nursing Home?

Oct 28, 2022By: Silva Injury Law

Sometimes it’s necessary to consider moving a family member from one nursing home facility to anot...

Dehydration Death From Nursing Homes

Oct 24, 2022By: Silva Injury Law

Nursing home residents often depend entirely on facility staff for their hydration needs. Studies sh...

Three Ways to Protect Your Loved Ones From Elder Abuse in California Nursing Homes

Oct 21, 2022By: Silva Injury Law

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), around one in six people 60 years or older experie...

How to Report Abuse in an Assisted Living Facility in California

Oct 17, 2022By: Silva Injury Law

It is frightening to learn that nearly 17% of elderly people are abused in community settings each ...

Is It Mandatory to Report Elder Abuse in California?

Oct 15, 2022By: Silva Injury Law

Unfortunately, elder abuse is not uncommon. According to the National Council on Aging, approximatel...

When Does a Hospital Have to Report Adverse Events in California?

Oct 14, 2022By: Silva Injury Law

Federal law guarantees nursing home residents certain fundamental rights, such as the right to a di...

What Documents Do I Need to File a Nursing Home Abuse Lawsuit in California?

Oct 07, 2022By: Silva Injury Law

Nursing home abuse is a severe problem in the United States. According to the World Health Organizat...

How Often Should a Nursing Home Change a Patient’s Diaper?

Oct 03, 2022By: Silva Injury Law

It is not uncommon for nursing home residents to have incontinence concerns that may necessitate wea...

What Are the Most Common Complaints About Nursing Homes in California?

Sep 30, 2022By: Silva Injury Law

When we place our loved ones in a nursing home, we expect the employees to provide them with the hig...