Long Island Expert Nursing Home Elder Abuse & Neglect Lawyers - No Win No Fee
Have you or a loved one been hurt by the negligence of an elder care staff member or healthcare professional? If so, you need to contact these experienced nursing home abuse lawyers.
The NYC firm has announced an updated range of assistance for clients in Long Island and surrounding areas.
You, like many, may be concerned about the upsetting statistics surrounding elder abuse, which show an increase in cases over the last few decades. As such, services like those recently updated by Silberstein, Awad & Miklos, P.C. are vital for those who have been abused or neglected.
The CDC (Centre for Disease Control and Prevention) found that the rate of assaults against men aged 60 or older increased by 75% from 2002 to 2016. There was an over 35% increase in the number of physical assaults against older women in the same timeframe.
If you are uncertain as to whether this applies to your situation, physical force that results in physical injury, impairment, or pain is considered physical abuse, whether it be in a nursing home, hospital, prison, or anywhere else.
A 2020 study from the WHO (World Health Organization) found that over 64% of nursing home staff members admitted to committing some form of abuse or neglect.
Nursing homes are accountable for the safety and well-being of their residents and there are many state and federal rules that these facilities must follow in order to maintain a state license.
If you need further clarity, Silberstein, Awad & Miklos, P.C. can help you to understand these regulations and find out if rules are being violated.
This update is in line with the firm's commitment to providing compassionate and efficient nursing home abuse and neglect law services for clients throughout Long Island and surrounding areas.
Silberstein, Awad & Miklos, P.C. has achieved numerous million and multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements, and is known for taking on and winning cases that other firms have refused.
The firm has developed a strong reputation for delivering high standards of performance, service, and ethics, as indicated by its numerous positive client testimonials.
A satisfied client said, "The rapport and guidance were outstanding at all times, prompt, timely, and open for calls and quick updates, and worked through all of the questions and issues on this case."
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