Peter Higgins Law' nursing home abuse attorneys were contacted by the family of a 91 year old woman who slipped and fell in the bathroom of a senior adult care center, which resulted in breaking her hip. Our client had a medical history well known to the program including dementia, blindness and being a fall risk. The care plan developed by the program stated that she could not be left alone, even in the bathroom, as she had a tendency to wander if left unattended.
On the day in question a female attendant of the adult care center escorted 3 women to the bathroom. While assisting the other two women, our client was left alone and fell while trying to toilet herself. Even at her advanced age, surgery was required and occurred three days after her fall. Our client died of natural causes unrelated to this accident five months later.
Successful Resolution: $125,000
The nursing home abuse case proceeded to mediation and settled for $125,000. Our client was survived by 7 children, each of whom received an equal share of settlement proceeds.
From our office in Chicago, our expert personal injury lawyers are available to speak with you and your family about your nursing home abuse case. With over 70 years of combined experience, our firm has successfully represented and settled numerous claims. Contact us to learn how we may be able to do the same for you.