As the heat starts to rise in Chicago everyone is slowly getting acclimated to the warm weather. With what seems like the longest winter in years finally behind us, it has been so long since hot weather some of us have forgotten how to dress and take care of ourselves. While the young and vibrant may be ok for now, if you have any elderly family or friends you must make sure they have access to air conditioning and plenty of cold,  refreshing water. Dehydration is a major issue in the elderly and it is your responsibility to make sure they are in good hands.  Read More»

You may have heard stories on the news before about nursing home abuse and neglect and the common signs of it, which include but are not limited to malnutrition, bedsores, clogged breathing tubes, financial exploitation, and even death. However, not all abuse in nursing homes is physical, and some patients can develop mental health problems due to abuse or neglect. Chicago nursing home abuse attorneys are ready to help you in the event that one of your loved ones is a victim of such neglect—but what should you look for to know something is wrong?  Read More»

Although some professions allow a slight margin for error, physicians and nurses working with medication do not have these luxuries. If a medical professional makes a mistake they can’t just “try it again”; their mistakes result in someone becoming seriously ill or in the worst scenarios passing away. Chicago nursing home lawyers across the city have fought for the rights of these victims and if you have a loved one in a nursing home you should pay close attention to the following information. Chances are you are not a medical professional so understanding these scenarios is important to recognizing an issue.  Read More»

The Elder Abuse and Neglect Act, which became law in 1988, was implemented under the management of the Illinois Department on Aging (IDOA). The Act directs the IDOA to organize an intervention program that champions the cause of abused and neglected elders and alleged victims as well. Read More»

The Elder Abuse and Neglect Act, which became law in 1988, was implemented under the management of the Illinois Department on Aging (IDOA). The Act directs the IDOA to organize an intervention program that champions the cause of abused and neglected elders and alleged victims as well. Read More»

It can be extremely stressful, when you are faced with the decision between placing yourself or a loved one in a nursing home or using in-home care services. Both types of care come with its own set of advantages and disadvantages, making it difficult to determine which option would be the best. It is important to find the best care for your elders and seek the services of attorneys if you suspect abuse. There are several factors that you should take into consideration when making this very important decision, such as safety concerns and costs, as well as a person's social and emotional needs.  Read More»

After a lifetime of caring for their families, senior citizens deserve a compassionate facility that will provide a great quality of life. Most people care deeply for elderly loved ones, and want the best possible treatment for them. Fortunately, many nursing homes and retirement facilities employ experienced, well-trained staff to assist our loved ones in daily life. But all too often, our best wishes go unrealized in nursing homes, which can be the sites of some of the most horrific instances of medical malpractice. If you believe someone you love may be at risk, you should contact an eldercare attorney at Malman Law immediately. Read More»

You may wonder “what are patients rights?” if a family member or a loved one in a nursing home is exhibiting symptoms of abuse. People who need care in a nursing home environment are reliant on staff for assistance and so they are very vulnerable to abuse in any form. Whether that abuse is financial exploitation, medication errors, sexual harassment or assault, or even verbal belittling. Nursing home patients are not without protection from the law, however. Patient safety in nursing homes is often dependent on the existence of specific legal rights. Read More»

Nursing homes are meant to be safe havens, places where seniors who lack facilities for self-care can stay for treatment and compassion. Unfortunately, some receive the opposite - abuse, neglect, and other forms of mistreatment abound in America's nursing homes. Many times nursing homes will fail to either hire an adequate number of staff or provide them with correct training. This can lead a level of care that is inadequate for many Illinois nursing home residents. Read More»