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Statute of Limitations for Nursing Home Abuse in Indiana

Nursing homes and assisted living facilities are standard options for older adults who require daily around-the-clock surveillance and nursing care. Some studies indicate that approximately 1.4 million older Americans live in nursing facilities across the country, and that number will undoubtedly continue to rise. While some nursing homes provide safe conditions, many Indiana nursing homes engage in unsafe practices...

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Average Wrongful Death Settlement in Indianapolis?

Losing a loved one in an accident leaves their family and friends devastated. As they move through the stages of grief, they begin searching for answers and recognize the financial stresses associated with the loss of a loved one. Potential plaintiffs often ask what a wrongful death lawsuit average is when deciding if they want to pursue one. Unfortunately,...

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How to Report Nursing Home Abuse in Indiana

The elderly are one of the most vulnerable groups of people in our society. However, sadly, nursing home abuse is an unfortunate occurrence that happens all too often. If someone you love is a nursing home resident and you suspect they are being abused, you must take action immediately. Most people know that you should report nursing home abuse...

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Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Kentucky?

When you lose a loved one due to someone else’s actions, you may experience many emotions. Naturally, you feel grief and anger. You may also wonder how you can achieve justice for your loved one and prevent others from experiencing similar harm. At Gerling Law, we can’t take away your pain. However, we can help you pursue justice. We...

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How Common Is Abuse in Nursing Homes?

No one wants to think about moving a loved one to a nursing home only to find out they are at high risk for abuse and neglect. Unfortunately, abuse in nursing homes is a widespread problem that affects countless elderly patients across the country. If you have a loved one in a nursing home, it’s imperative to visit regularly...

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Step by Step: What to Do if You Suspect Nursing Home Abuse

When you move a loved one to a nursing home, you expect the nursing home will treat them with the respect and professionalism they deserve. However, nursing home abuse and neglect are problems plaguing facilities across the country. Do you know what to do if you suspect abuse in a nursing home? Taking the proper steps can help keep...

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COVID-19 and Nursing Homes: What You Should Know

COVID-19, coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2. Whatever you call it, there is no doubt your newsfeed and daily life have been affected by this illness in some way. More susceptible to COVID-19 are those with weakened immune systems. For example, the elderly. In fact, nursing homes are one of the most at-risk places when it comes to contracting the coronavirus. Let’s look...

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How to Move Forward After a Wrongful Death

A wrongful death experience is one of the most traumatic events anyone can go through. A wrongful death lawsuit occurs primarily when a person dies or is killed due to the negligence or misconduct of another party.It can be the result of medical malpractice, construction site carelessness, an auto accident, airplane catastrophe, criminal behavior, exposure to hazardous conditions, fires,...

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Go With Experience

If you are searching for legal counsel in Evansville, Indianapolis, Louisville, Owensboro, or surrounding communities, contact Gerling Law. Our lawyers have one purpose: to make your life better through assertive advocacy, legal experience, and a commitment to results. For over five decades, our firm has helped individuals get their lives back after an accident or when they can no...

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How to Decide on the Right Nursing Home For Your Loved Ones

Deciding to put a loved one in a nursing home is always a difficult decision. Rarely does an elderly loved one ever want to leave their home at such an age to live in a nursing home. Make the process as painless as possible by putting due diligence into choosing a retirement home that best suits your parents or...

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