San Diego Nursing Home Abuse Attorney
When families make the difficult decision to move a loved one into a nursing home, they do so with the belief that the facility will provide the care, dignity, and safety their elderly family member deserves. Tragically, many nursing home residents in San Diego and throughout Southern California suffer abuse, neglect, or exploitation at the hands of those entrusted to care for them.
At Greenberg Gross LLP, our experienced San Diego nursing home abuse attorneys are committed to standing up for the rights of elder abuse survivors. Whether the abuse involves physical harm, financial exploitation, or nursing home neglect, our legal team is here to help victims and their families pursue justice and compensation. If your loved one has suffered abuse or neglect in a San Diego nursing home or assisted living facility, we offer a free consultation to help you explore your legal options.
Compassionate Legal Support for Elder Abuse Survivors
Elder abuse can take many forms, including physical abuse, sexual abuse, psychological abuse, and financial abuse. In San Diego County, many nursing home residents are vulnerable due to physical limitations, cognitive decline, or complete dependence on nursing facility staff for basic care. These conditions make it easy for abuse to go unnoticed unless family members remain vigilant.
Greenberg Gross LLP has decades of combined experience in personal injury and abuse cases. We are proud to serve clients across San Diego, advocating for elderly loved ones who have suffered mistreatment in residential care facilities, skilled nursing facilities, or assisted living facilities.
Our attorneys pursue legal action against negligent nursing homes and fight tirelessly to ensure every elderly person receives the respect, care, and legal protection they are entitled to under California law.
Common Types of Nursing Home Abuse in San Diego
Abuse in nursing homes can be both intentional and the result of neglect. It’s important for family members to understand the different types of abuse and how to identify them.
Physical Abuse
This includes the use of physical force such as hitting, pushing, slapping, or using physical restraints improperly. It can lead to physical injuries such as bruises, fractures, or worse. Physical abuse is often hidden or dismissed by staff as accidents, making it critical to investigate signs of harm thoroughly.
Psychological Abuse
Verbal threats, humiliation, intimidation, or social isolation are forms of psychological abuse that can deeply affect a resident’s emotional and mental health. Changes in mood, withdrawal, or fearfulness around staff may indicate such abuse is occurring.
Sexual Abuse
Sexual abuse in nursing facilities is a deeply disturbing but real risk. It includes any unwanted sexual contact, particularly with residents who may be unable to consent due to cognitive or physical impairments. Even the slightest suspicion of sexual abuse should be taken seriously and reported immediately.
Financial Abuse
Financial exploitation includes stealing a patient’s money, coercing financial transactions, or misusing power of attorney. If a family member notices unexplained withdrawals, missing funds, or changes to legal documents, financial abuse may be occurring.
Nursing Home Neglect
Neglect involves failing to provide proper care—such as assistance with hygiene, medication, food, hydration, or mobility. Neglect often results in pressure ulcers, infections, or serious injury, and is one of the most common issues in long-term care living facilities.
Who Is at Risk of Nursing Home Abuse?
Many residents of San Diego nursing homes and assisted living facilities are dependent adults, meaning they rely on others for basic needs. Abuse occurs more frequently in understaffed or poorly managed facilities, where residents are often isolated and vulnerable.
Some of the most at-risk groups include:
- Elderly patients with dementia or Alzheimer’s
- Dependent adults with physical disabilities
- Non-verbal or cognitively impaired nursing home residents
- Individuals without regular visits from family members
Even in high-rated facilities, abuse and neglect can occur. Staying involved in your loved one’s care and regularly visiting the facility can help deter abuse and ensure they are receiving proper care.
Legal Rights and Options for Victims
Under California law, nursing home residents have the right to live free from abuse and neglect. The Elder Abuse and Dependent Adult Civil Protection Act allows for civil legal action against negligent nursing homes and individuals responsible for harm.
Greenberg Gross LLP represents victims in a wide range of nursing home abuse cases. Our services include:
- Filing personal injury claims for physical injuries or mental suffering
- Pursuing wrongful death claims in fatal abuse cases
- Recovering medical bills, compensation for emotional harm, and lost assets
- Helping families report abuse to Adult Protective Services
- Guiding clients through the full legal process with compassion and clarity
Our legal team is equipped to take on powerful law firms and insurance companies that defend negligent nursing homes. We are committed to holding them accountable and fighting for full and fair compensation for our clients.
Choosing the Right Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer
Finding the right attorney to handle your nursing home abuse case is critical. At Greenberg Gross LLP, we have a team of skilled elder abuse attorneys who focus on holding long-term care facilities accountable for the pain they cause. We understand the deep betrayal families feel when a loved one suffers in what should have been a safe and caring environment.
We offer every client a free case evaluation and work on a contingency fee basis—meaning you pay our firm nothingt unless we win. We provide legal services across the region, including Southern California counties, and are always available to answer your questions or concerns.
Schedule Your Free Consultation
If you suspect your loved one has suffered abuse in a San Diego nursing home, contact us today. Don’t let such abuse go unpunished. We’re ready to help you pursue legal action and protect others from suffering the same harm.
Our experienced legal team is standing by to provide a free consultation and help your family take the next steps toward justice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I do if I suspect abuse in a San Diego nursing home?
Report abuse immediately to Adult Protective Services and consult a qualified elder abuse attorney. Time is critical in preventing further harm.
Can I sue a nursing home for neglect or abuse?
Yes. Nursing home abuse victims and their families may file personal injury claims, wrongful death suits, or other actions to seek compensation and accountability.
How much does it cost to hire an elder abuse attorney?
Greenberg Gross LLP handles cases on a contingency basis. There are no upfront costs—you only pay us if we win your case.
What kinds of compensation are available in nursing home abuse cases?
Compensation may include payment for medical bills, emotional distress, pain and suffering, financial losses, and—in the most severe cases—punitive damages.
Are assisted living facilities and skilled nursing facilities held to the same standards?
Both are regulated under California law and must follow strict guidelines to ensure proper care. Abuse or neglect in any residential care facility can result in serious legal consequences.