Long Beach Bedsores Injury Attorney
When a loved one in a nursing home or assisted living facility develops bedsores—also known as pressure ulcers or pressure sores—it is often a sign of serious neglect. These painful, sometimes life-threatening wounds are preventable with proper care, yet they remain a frequent and tragic outcome of nursing home abuse and inadequate medical attention.
Greenberg Gross LLP is dedicated to holding negligent nursing homes accountable when residents suffer from pressure ulcers due to poor care. If your family member has developed bedsores in a Long Beach facility, our legal team offers a free consultation to help you understand your options. We have extensive experience in nursing home abuse litigation and are committed to securing justice for victims of elder abuse.
What Are Bedsores?
Bedsores—also called pressure sores or decubitus ulcers—are skin and tissue injuries that result from prolonged pressure on the skin. These typically form on bony areas of the body such as the heels, hips, elbows, and tailbone. Bedridden patients or nursing home residents with limited mobility are at the highest risk.
The early signs of a developing bedsore include redness, pain, and skin breakdown. Without proper medical treatment and preventive measures, these sores can progress to deep tissue damage, infection, and even sepsis. Nursing homes are legally obligated to provide the care necessary to prevent bedsores.
Causes of Bedsores in Nursing Homes
Pressure ulcers are often the result of inadequate care, including:
- Failure to relieve pressure by repositioning patients regularly
- Poor nutrition or hydration
- Lack of proper hygiene
- Ignoring early signs of skin breakdown
- Inadequate medical care for residents with existing health conditions
Nursing homes and assisted living facilities are responsible for ensuring that residents receive adequate care to prevent pressure ulcers. When they fail in this duty, they can be held liable for the resulting harm.
The Link Between Bedsores and Nursing Home Abuse
While some nursing homes provide compassionate care, others are plagued by staff shortages, poor training, and disregard for resident wellbeing. These systemic issues contribute directly to nursing home neglect and serious consequences like bedsores.
In many cases, developing pressure ulcers is a clear indicator of elder abuse and neglect. Staff members may fail to reposition patients, ignore complaints of discomfort, or delay needed medical treatment. In Southern California and beyond, these failures have led to severe injuries and wrongful death.
Legal Accountability for Pressure Ulcers
At Greenberg Gross LLP, we’ve seen the devastating consequences of unchecked nursing home abuse. We fight aggressively to hold negligent parties accountable through nursing home abuse litigation. Our team gathers evidence from:
- Medical records
- Witness statements
- Photographs of the wounds
- Expert testimony
- Documentation of staff routines and responsibilities
Our law firm understands how to uncover the systemic issues behind a nursing home abuse case and pursue legal action to protect current and future residents.
Who Is At Risk?
Many nursing home residents are elderly individuals with limited mobility or chronic health conditions. These seniors rely on facility staff for help with daily activities like eating, bathing, and moving. Skilled nursing facilities and assisted living care providers are entrusted with this responsibility—and when they fail, residents suffer.
Victims of bedsores may also be living in assisted living facilities that promise but do not provide proper care. Whether the issue arises from poor staffing, improper care, or lack of training, the consequences are severe and preventable.
Damages You May Recover
A successful claim for bedsore injuries may include compensation for:
- Medical expenses related to wound treatment and complications
- Emotional harm and suffering
- Funeral and burial costs (in wrongful death cases)
- Pain from chronic wounds and infection
- Future medical needs and supportive care
- Punitive damages in extreme situations
Our attorneys will seek fair compensation to cover the true impact of your loved one’s suffering and loss.
Why Choose Greenberg Gross LLP?
With a proven track record in elder abuse and neglect cases, our legal team offers extensive experience, detailed case strategies, and a fierce commitment to justice. We are proud to serve families across Long Beach and Southern California, providing legal recourse for victims of abuse and neglect.
- We work on a contingency fee basis—you pay no upfront costs
- Our firm conducts thorough investigations and gathers powerful evidence
- We are relentless in securing the best outcome for our clients
- We offer a confidential consultation to evaluate your claim
When to Call a Bedsore Injury Attorney
It’s time to speak with a Long Beach bedsores injury attorney if:
- Your loved one developed bedsores in a nursing home or assisted living facility
- The facility failed to take preventive measures or ignored the signs
- You suspect elder abuse, neglect, or inadequate medical care
- The facility has not provided appropriate medical treatment
No one deserves to suffer in silence. Taking legal action helps not only your family but can prevent victims in the future from experiencing similar neglect.
Let Us Help You Seek Justice
At Greenberg Gross LLP, we understand how difficult it is to learn that someone you love has been harmed in a place meant to care for them. Our legal team is here to support you, advocate for your loved one, and pursue the justice they deserve.
We are ready to gather evidence, build a strong case, and demand accountability from negligent nursing homes in Long Beach and beyond. Don’t wait to act—contact us for a free consultation and take the first step toward healing and justice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are bedsores and why do they occur in nursing homes?
Bedsores, also known as pressure ulcers, are wounds caused by prolonged pressure on the skin. They are common in nursing home residents who are not moved frequently enough and are often a sign of neglect.
Are bedsores considered elder abuse?
Yes. When preventable bedsores develop due to inadequate care, it is often a form of nursing home abuse or neglect and may be grounds for legal action.
Can I sue a nursing home for bedsores?
Yes. If a loved one developed serious pressure ulcers due to improper care, lack of hygiene, or neglect in a nursing home or assisted living facility, you may have grounds for a lawsuit.
What compensation can be recovered?
You may be able to recover compensation for medical expenses, emotional harm, pain and suffering, and in some cases, punitive damages if gross negligence is proven.
Is there a time limit to file a claim?
Yes. California law limits the time you have to file a claim, typically two years from the date of the injury or discovery. It’s important to act quickly to preserve your rights.