Learning that your loved one is a victim of nursing home negligence or abuse can leave you shocked, saddened, and angry. Unfortunately, cases of neglect and abuse in Georgia nursing homes are more common than most of us realize.
Nursing homes that fail their residents in this way should be held accountable, and victims of nursing home abuse and neglect should be compensated for their damages.
At Julie A. Rice, Attorney at Law, & Affiliates, our compassionate Marietta nursing home negligence attorneys have decades of experience holding negligent parties accountable for the injuries they cause. Let us help you get the justice and compensation you are entitled to.
Call (770) 865-8654 or visit our contact page to schedule a free consultation to discuss your concerns.
Why Clients Choose Julia A. Rice, Attorney at Law, & Affiliates
- We have an unsurpassed work ethic and commitment to justice. When we take your case, we fight tirelessly to achieve justice for you and to hold the nursing home facility accountable for paying the full value of your case.
- We have an excellent track record of recovering maximum compensation for our clients.
- Our attorneys have decades of experience successfully handling nursing home negligence and abuse cases.
- We treat every client with respect and compassion.
What Is The Timeline For Filing a Georgia Nursing Home Negligence Claim?
Our attorneys work hard to take the stress out of the process of filing a nursing home negligence claim.
The first step is to schedule a free consultation to discuss your concerns. We will answer your questions and advise you of your options. During the consultation, we will tell you whether we believe you have a valid nursing home negligence case.
If we agree to represent you, we will work to gather evidence to prove negligence and damages. Some of this evidence you may already have or can gather, such as photographs, video footage, medical bills, and eyewitness statements. We will issue formal discovery to identify and collect additional evidence, including issuing subpoenas and taking depositions when necessary.
Our attorneys will file your lawsuit. Additionally, we will keep track of all legal deadlines and file pleadings and supporting documents.
We will work to negotiate a fair settlement of your claim as quickly as possible.
If a settlement is not reached, our Marietta nursing home negligence attorney will take your case to court and fight for the justice and compensation you deserve.
What Damages Can Be Recovered in a Marietta Nursing Home Negligence Case?
The types and amounts of damages that can be recovered in a Marietta nursing home negligence case depend on the specific facts of each case. However, personal injury damages that may be recoverable include:
- Medical expenses, including prescriptions, therapy, hospitalization, and procedures necessary to treat injuries caused by the negligence.
- Pain and suffering experienced by the victim.
- Loss of quality of life.
- Reimbursement for financial losses and property damages.
If the negligence leads to the resident’s death, loved ones may have the right to file a wrongful death action against the facility. Wrongful death damages that may be recoverable include:
- Medical expenses of the resident’s last treatment.
- Pain and suffering the resident experienced before dying.
- Burial and funeral expenses.
- Loss of companionship.
You need to consult an experienced Marietta nursing home negligence attorney before accepting a settlement. Until all current and future damages are accurately valued and calculated, you can’t know what a fair settlement of your case would be.
What Will a Marietta Nursing Home Negligence Attorney Do To Help Me?
Nursing home negligence cases can be complex, and not all attorneys are qualified to handle them. You need an attorney with a proven record of recovering maximum compensation in Georgia nursing home negligence and abuse cases.
A Marietta nursing home negligence attorney will have the resources and experience to investigate your concern, identify all possible nursing home violations, and collect the evidence necessary to prove your case.
Most experienced nursing home negligence attorneys have a strong network of professionals they consult and use as expert witnesses when necessary to strengthen your case and to accurately value your damages.
They will pay all costs of pursuing your claim upfront, and you will pay nothing until they recover damages for you.
In short, an experienced Marietta nursing home abuse attorney will significantly increase your chances of success.
Let’s Discuss Your Marietta Nursing Home Negligence Claim
If you or a loved one has suffered from nursing home negligence, speak up and get the help you deserve.
Our attorneys are waiting to fight for your rights and get you the justice and compensation you are entitled to.
Call (770) 865-8654 or complete the brief form on our contact page to schedule a free consultation. We will listen with compassion, answer your questions, and explain your rights. If we represent you, we will fight tirelessly to recover the damages you are owed.