Holding Nursing Homes Accountable for Willful Misconduct: Giroux & Associates’ Legal Representation
If you or someone you love is in a nursing home, you need to read this article.
Willful Misconduct Defined
Willful misconduct is a deliberate, purposeful and often tortious bad act. Willful misconduct is a form of abuse that is knowingly perpetrated against the elderly, as opposed to negligence which is usually accidental, and legally defined as the “failure to take reasonable care.” Unfortunately, both willful misconduct and negligence are common forms of abuse against the elderly. Contact a Tampa nursing home abuse lawyer if you suspect that someone you love has been a victim of either neglect or willful misconduct.
Physical Violence and Threats
Physical violence is a form of willful misconduct that is often accompanied by threat and force. If you believe that your loved one is being physically abused you need to contact an attorney before it is too late. Not only do violent crimes have a statute of limitations, but each minute that you wait is another minute that physical proof of the crime is potentially diminished. Many strong cases are lost because friends and family wait until it is too late before contacting a Tampa nursing home abuse lawyer.
Financial Exploitation
One very common form of willful misconduct against the elderly comes about in the form of financial abuse or exploitation. Nursing home staff often have access to our elderly loved ones when no one else is around. This means that they have access to Social Security numbers, birth dates, credit cards and other financial information. In some instances involving financial misconduct, the right Tampa nursing home neglect attorney can hold not only the individual bad actor responsible, but also go after the deeper pockets of the nursing home.
When Should I Call a Tampa Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer?
You should seek legal advice if you suspect that your loved one is being mistreated in a nursing home. Attorney Peter Giroux is a skilled Tampa nursing home neglect attorney, experienced with willful misconduct abuse in nursing homes. No matter how bad the case is, he isn’t afraid to fight for you. Dial (727) 895-5399 today.