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Madison, WI 53703
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Eau Claire, WI 54701
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Nursing Home Neglect

Posted on November 14, 2011 by Matthew Boller

Nursing home neglect is not something we’d like to think happens, but it does. Federal and state laws require nursing homes to maintain a high standard of safety. However, many residents are placed in dangerous environments with more than half of them reporting having witnessed or becoming the victim of nursing home neglect or abuse.

There are many causes for nursing home neglect, and there are many excuses by these facilities as to why they may have been implicated in this kind of behavior. Staffing shortages, burnout, the fault of another resident, and other excuses are often heard. However, your family member has the right to being cared for in a safe environment when they become a resident of a nursing home.

Signs of Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect

Look for signs of nursing home abuse or neglect, such as:

  • Dehydration
  • Malnutrition
  • Bedsores and other untreated cuts
  • Bruises
  • Broken bones
  • Illnesses or infections
  • Injuries due to falling or bed-related accidents
  • Poor hygiene

Neglect may also include emotional abuse, mental abuse, and even sexual assault. It can have a long-lasting effect on the resident and the family involved. But you don’t have to suffer.

In order to eradicate nursing home neglect and other forms of nursing home abuse, it is vital that effective communication take place to facilitate a clear understanding of the nature of the neglect. Once this step has been taken, legal options become more readily available to victims, and the sources of the abuse can be dealt with.

If you believe your loved one is a victim of nursing home neglect in the Madison, Wisconsin area, please contact the experienced nursing home abuse and neglect attorneys at Boller & Vaughan to schedule a complimentary consultation.

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Growing Old Doesn’t Necessarily Mean Frailty

Posted on November 7, 2011 by Matthew Boller

We all grow old. However, that doesn’t mean you have to wilt and wither away, becoming frail and weak. Eating healthy and exercising can keep you from feeling old, if not from growing old. Being active is not only good for the body but also good for the mind.

People 55 and older are encouraged to become more physically active through brisk walking, light jogging, aerobics, water aerobics or strength training. But if regular exercise methods are too much, you can find more flexible ways to be active like doing household chores, raking leaves, gardening or dancing. The message is to be active in ways that suit your lifestyle, interests, health, and budget.

Studies show that exercise is an effective treatment for heart disease, diabetes, arthritis and chronic conditions as well as preventing falls and reducing high blood pressure.

Like the rest of us, older adults need positive role models to inspire them to do and be their best. This can be especially crucial among nursing home residents who are surrounded by sickness and depression. Motivation is key and sometimes a bit of friendly competition and positive results can do the trick.

If you have a loved one in a nursing home in Madison, Wisconsin and suspect that they are being neglected or abused, please contact the experienced personal injury attorneys at Boller & Vaughan to discuss their legal rights.

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Common Types of Personal Injury

Posted on October 17, 2011 by Matthew Boller

Sometimes it is impossible to avoid becoming involved in an accident or being seriously injured because of another’s negligence. When this occurs, you may file a claim against the person or organization responsible for your injuries. Normally, the claim will first be filed with the insurance company that is used by the negligent party. However, you will need to follow up with them, and you will also need to document your injuries, provide evidence of the accident, and proof of financial damages that was incurred.

Motor Vehicle Accidents

With millions of vehicles on the road every day, motor vehicle accidents involving cars, buses, commercial trucks, bicyclists, motorcycles and pedestrians are very common. When involved in an accident with a vehicle and approached by an insurance company, never admit fault, sign anything or accept any money because you could lose out on larger compensation.

Medical Malpractice

Unfortunately, medical error is one of the leading causes of death in the United States. People suffer serious injury on a daily basis as a result of doctor’s errors. You can file a medical malpractice claim if a health care professional has been negligent in treating you or a loved one, or neglecting treatment. Possible medical malpractice claims involve birth injuries, surgical errors, misdiagnoses, and more.

Dog Bite

Dogs are man’s best friend, but that doesn’t mean that your friend is my friend. When dogs get out of control or believe they must attack to protect their property, it is generally not the dog’s fault, but the owner’s fault. A dog bite lawsuit allows us to seek compensation from the dog’s owner for medical expenses, lost wages, and noneconomic damages such as disfigurement or trauma.

To learn more about different personal injury claims or to speak with an experienced personal injury attorney in the Madison, Wisconsin area, please contact Boller & Vaughan for a consultation at no cost to you.

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