San Jose Nursing Home Neglect Attorney

When a loved one enters a nursing home, families expect reliable care, respect, and safety. Unfortunately, that trust is often broken. In San Jose and throughout Santa Clara County, nursing home neglect is a widespread issue, affecting senior citizens, dependent adults, and vulnerable elderly individuals. Greenberg Gross LLP provides experienced, compassionate legal representation to families facing the devastating consequences of nursing home neglect. Our law firm stands by your side, helping you recover compensation and pursue justice.

What Is Nursing Home Neglect?

Nursing home neglect occurs when a care facility fails to provide the level of care that a reasonable professional would under similar circumstances. Unlike intentional abuse, neglect is often due to understaffing, inadequate training, or poor facility management. Yet its consequences can be just as serious, leading to physical injuries, emotional distress, and in some cases, death.

Common forms of neglect include:

Failure to provide proper medical care
Inadequate nutrition or hydration
Ignoring hygiene needs, resulting in poor hygiene
Lack of supervision, leading to falls or wandering
Untreated bed sores and pressure ulcers
Delay in responding to health emergencies

Our experienced team knows the signs of neglect and how to conduct a thorough investigation to hold facilities accountable.

Recognizing the Signs of Nursing Home Neglect

Family members should be vigilant about the warning signs of abuse and neglect. Many signs are subtle at first but can escalate quickly.

Common indicators include:

Unexplained injuries such as broken bones
Sudden weight loss or malnutrition
Bed sores or untreated infections
Dirty clothing or unsanitary living conditions
Withdrawal, fearfulness, or mental anguish
Frequent hospital visits without clear explanation

If you notice these or other forms of suspicious behavior in a San Jose nursing home or assisted living facility, it may be time to explore legal options.

Legal Rights of Victims and Families

Under California law, victims of nursing home neglect are entitled to seek compensation through a neglect lawsuit. These civil actions can help cover damages such as:

Medical care and hospital expenses
Pain and emotional suffering
Funeral expenses in wrongful death cases
Financial harm and loss of dignity

Greenberg Gross LLP handles nursing home abuse and personal injury cases with skill and dedication. Our legal team guides families in San Jose and across northern California through the legal process from start to finish.

Who Is Responsible for Nursing Home Neglect?

Neglect can result from the actions or inactions of various parties within a nursing home or other long-term care facilities.

Liable parties may include:

Nursing home staff members
Facility management or administrators
Third-party medical professionals
Corporations operating the care facilities

We help families gather evidence, determine the liable parties, and pursue the compensation they deserve. Whether the case involves physical abuse, emotional abuse, or financial abuse, we hold every responsible entity accountable.

Why Nursing Home Neglect Happens

In San Jose, nursing home neglect often occurs due to:

Understaffing and overworked employees
Lack of training in elder care protocols
Poor oversight and supervision
Neglect of medical protocols and care plans
High turnover leading to inconsistent care

Facilities in Santa Clara County, the Bay Area, and across Silicon Valley may fail to provide the basic standards of care required by law. These failures can lead to long-term harm, permanent injury, or death.

Pursuing a Neglect Lawsuit

If your loved one has suffered in a San Jose nursing home, you may be eligible to file a neglect lawsuit. A successful claim may include compensation for:

Physical and emotional injuries
Emotional distress and loss of enjoyment of life
Medical bills and related expenses
Punitive damages in extreme cases

Greenberg Gross LLP offers free consultation services to help determine whether you have a case. We take on cases on a contingency fee basis, so you don’t pay unless we win.

Nursing Home Neglect in Santa Clara County

San Jose is California’s third-largest city, and the challenges facing long-term care homes here mirror those across the state. Santa Clara County has a long history of housing older adults in private and state-regulated nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and other care facilities. Despite oversight, neglect continues to affect vulnerable residents.

Our law firm is proud to represent victims throughout the region, ensuring that those in care receive proper treatment and that negligent facilities are brought to justice.

What Sets Greenberg Gross LLP Apart

Our attorneys are deeply experienced in representing victims of nursing home abuse and neglect. With extensive knowledge of personal injury cases and elder law in California, we bring both legal strength and compassionate advocacy to every case.

We offer:

Legal action tailored to your family’s situation
An experienced team familiar with San Jose nursing homes
Dedicated representation focused on protecting legal rights
Strong track record of justice for victims and their families

We understand that dealing with abuse in a nursing home is traumatic. Our team handles every case with care and discretion, keeping you informed at every stage.

Take the First Step Today

If you suspect nursing home neglect in a San Jose facility, don’t wait. The sooner you act, the sooner your loved one can receive the care they deserve—and those responsible can be held accountable. Greenberg Gross LLP offers a free consultation and is ready to begin investigating your claim.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between nursing home neglect and abuse?

Neglect refers to the failure to provide necessary care, while abuse involves intentional harm. Both are illegal and can be grounds for legal action.

How do I know if I have a case?

If a loved one has suffered physical injuries, emotional trauma, or worsened health due to poor care, you may have grounds for a lawsuit. We offer free consultations to help you understand your legal rights.

What compensation can I recover?

You may be entitled to damages for medical bills, emotional distress, pain and suffering, and possibly punitive damages if the neglect was severe.

How soon should I contact an attorney?

Immediately. Prompt action allows us to preserve evidence, speak to witnesses, and build a stronger case.