Protecting The Most Vulnerable: Nursing Home Abuse Claims In Georgia
Placing a loved one in a nursing home is one of the most difficult and emotional decisions a family can make. You trust that the facility will provide compassionate, professional care. Unfortunately, that trust is too often broken. At O'Neal & Brown, P.C., we stand up for the elderly and their families when that trust is violated.
Based in Macon, we have helped families across the state hold negligent nursing homes accountable. Attorney Philip Brown brings a calm, reassuring presence to every case, along with the legal skill and determination needed to get results. When you need a personal injury lawyer who truly understands the emotional and physical toll of nursing home abuse, you can turn to us.
What Is Nursing Home Abuse?
Nursing home abuse can take many forms. It may involve:
- Physical abuse: Hitting, slapping, kicking or other rough handling
- Sexual abuse: Unwanted or inappropriate contact
- Neglect: Failure to address basic needs like food, hygiene or medical care
- Emotional abuse: Humiliation, threats or isolation
- Financial abuse: Stealing money or valuables, forging checks, pressuring residents to change wills or financial documents, etc.
Neglect is especially common and often stems from understaffing. This can lead to serious harm, including falls, bedsores, malnutrition, dehydration and even death. If your loved one has passed away due to neglect or abuse, you may have grounds for a wrongful death claim.
How We Can Help
We investigate nursing home abuse thoroughly. We diligently gather evidence and work with medical experts when needed to build strong cases. Whether your goal is to stop the abuse, relocate your loved one, pursue compensation or all of those things, we can help you make that happen.
Free Consultations And Compassionate Support
We offer free consultations and work on a contingency fee basis – meaning you don’t pay unless we recover money for you. If needed, we’ll come to you. Let us help protect your loved one’s dignity and safety. Call 478-239-1895 or send a quick email to speak with Mr. Brown.