Nursing Home Malnutrition and Dehydration Injuries
When a resident enters a nursing home or long-term care facility, the management is required to follow a life-care agreement that specifies diet, health care and medication needs. If the diet is not meeting the nutritional needs of the resident, the staff is required to report the health care concerns and management should address the issue with the resident and family members. If you are beginning to hear complaints from your loved one, or are concerned about health problems relating to nutrition, talk to the facility's manager, then discuss your legal options with a nursing home negligence attorney at our firm right away.
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For over three decades, our trial attorneys have been fighting to protect the health care needs and rights of residents of nursing homes and long-term care facilities, as well as clients of home health care providers. Seigel Capozzi Law Firm LLC is recognized throughout northern New Jersey for our dedication to helping clients obtain the results and compensation they deserve for their injuries.
We have experience representing people in nursing home negligence cases, including:
- Malnutrition and dehydration
- Failure to follow dietary restrictions
- Medical affects of food allergies
- Medication errors
- Failure to diagnose and report a health or dietary concern
Understanding Who Is Liable for Dehydration and Malnutrition Injuries
Nursing homes are responsible for following strict dietary guidelines for residents with special nutritional needs. If staff members do not properly supervise the diet and nutrition of residents in their care, the facility may be held liable for compensating the resident and family for damages.
In the event a subcontractor is responsible for food preparation and delivery, it may also be necessary to hold the third party liable. Our attorneys are experienced at analyzing cases to determine who is legally accountable for causing an injury.
Learn more at our Nursing Home Negligence FAQ page
Seigel Capozzi Law Firm LLC attorneys focus on one thing — your rights. Contact our offices to arrange a free consultation to discuss your nursing home malnutrition or dehydration claim with one of our trial lawyers today. From our offices in Ridgewood, we represent clients in the Passaic, Bergen and Hudson County regions, and throughout northern New Jersey.
