Nursing home abuse should not be tolerated under any circumstances. If you or a family member is the victim of such abuse, seek legal help. A Brentwood nursing home abuse lawyer can help you hold any liable parties for the harm they have caused.
The Williams Firm has more than 50 years of combined experience. We can connect you with a Brentwood personal injury lawyer who provides legal and emotional support as you move forward with your nursing home abuse case. To get started, schedule a free case consultation with us.
Why Should You Choose The Williams Firm?
- Our track record of success speaks for itself. We have recovered millions of dollars in compensatory damages for nursing home abuse victims and many others.Â
- Our clients are proud to work with us. To date, we have received dozens of positive client testimonials.
- Our team gives your case our full attention. A Brentwood nursing home abuse attorney learns about you and your case, submits your claim, gathers evidence, and gets ready for trial.Â
When to File a Brentwood Nursing Home Abuse Claim
Based on Tennessee Code Annotated § 28-3-104, you may have one year from the date of abuse in a nursing home to request compensation from any liable parties. Meet with a nursing home abuse lawyer in Brentwood if you are debating whether to file a claim. Your attorney may advise you to take legal action if you or a family member are the victim of any of these types of abuse:
- Physical abuse
- Emotional abuse
- Sexual abuse
- Financial abuse
- Neglect
- Elder abandonment
Per Tennessee Code Annotated § 71-6-103, you may not have to disclose your identity if you report nursing home abuse to the authorities and pursue compensation from any liable parties. Your lawyer can help you notify the authorities about abuse in a nursing home and represent you in your legal proceedings.Â
Compensation Available to Nursing Home Abuse Victims and Their Families
Your nursing home abuse attorney in Brentwood calculates your economic and non-economic damages. They build a case designed to show a judge or jury that you deserve compensation for your quantifiable and subjective losses. Reasons the court could compensate you for your losses include:
- Costs for hospitalizations, treating injuries, and ongoing medical care
- Expenses for relocating to a safer nursing home
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of enjoyment of life
- Emotional distress
Your lawyer can use incident reports, medical records, witness statements, and other evidence in your case against a liable party. If your attorney has an abundance of evidence, an at-fault party or their insurance company could offer a fair settlement. Or, your lawyer can use their collection of proof to argue your case in court and help you achieve the optimal case results.
Who Is Responsible for Nursing Home Abuse in Brentwood, TN?
A nursing home facility, individual staff members, or another party could be held accountable for abuse. Your personal injury attorney identifies the parties responsible for your abuse and those who condoned it. They request compensation from all of these parties.Â
Partner with a Brentwood Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer
At The Williams Firm, we empathize with nursing home abuse victims and their families. If you are unsure of whether now is the time to submit a claim for compensation from any liable parties, we are here for you. Contact us for more information.Â