If you or a loved one was abused in a nursing home in Houston, Texas, Omar Khawaja Personal Injury Lawyers can help. Call (281) 888-2339 to learn about your right to pursue compensation today. During your free consultation, an experienced Houston nursing home abuse lawyer can help you understand your right to seek compensation for medical costs, pain, trauma, and more.
Our attorneys have over 100 years of experience successfully handling personal injury cases, and we’ve won over $100 million in compensation awards. We’re well-equipped to help your family get the money you need to move on with your life. Call our law firm today to schedule your free consultation.
Why Hire Omar Khawaja Personal Injury Lawyers to Handle My Nursing Home Abuse Claim in Houston, TX?
When you hire Omar Khawaja Personal Injury Lawyers, you’re hiring a team of seasoned trial lawyers and skilled negotiators. Our experienced Houston personal injury lawyers are committed to advocating on behalf of abuse victims and their families. We have the experience and resources to hold the perpetrators of abuse accountable.
With our Houston personal injury attorneys by your side, you’ll have a team that won’t stop fighting until we win. Insurance companies will think twice about offering a lowball deal. Big corporations and their defense teams recognize our name–because we have a proven track record of success backing it up.
We’re ready to fight for your family. Call us today to learn more about your legal rights and options for seeking justice for abuse.
Our Attorneys in Houston Handle All Types of Nursing Home Abuse Cases
Nursing home residents can be subject to many different types of abuse. Each violates your trust and jeopardizes your family’s well-being. If you were a victim, you deserve to be compensated.
Our lawyers handle all types of nursing home abuse cases, including:
- Physical abuse through hitting, pushing, kicking, slapping, the improper use of restraints, or any other type of harmful physical contact
- Mental abuse through humiliation, belittling, name-calling, coercion, threats, or forced isolation
- Sexual abuse through any type of sexual contact or conduct, whether rape, sodomy, taking nude photos, or forcing a resident to witness sexual behaviors
- Financial exploitation through theft, identity theft, forgery, or coercing a resident to change their wills or beneficiary designations
- Neglect, or neglecting a resident’s basic need for food, water, medication, assistance, or supervision
Nursing home abuse is a serious crime. The abusive party can be held criminally responsible and punished for their actions in criminal court. But abuse is also an intentional tort. Responsible parties can be held accountable in civil court by families who step up and demand financial compensation for these actions.
What Are Some Possible Signs That My Loved One Has Been Abused in a Nursing Home?
Evidence of nursing home abuse isn’t always easy to find. After all, the abusive parties know that their actions are unacceptable–and often will go to great lengths to hide their actions.
These cases are further complicated by the fact that many residents cannot effectively communicate for themselves.
Some possible signs to watch for include:
- Unexplained injuries, including fractures, bruises, and abrasions
- Signs of restraints around the ankles or wrists
- Unexplained weight loss
- Shrinking away or fear around caregivers
- Caregivers who refuse to leave you alone with your loved one
- Behavioral changes, such as becoming depressed, withdrawn, or non-communicative
- Regressive behaviors, such as self-rocking or hugging
- Missing property
- Unexplained financial transactions
- Unsanitary conditions
Unexplained or unusual issues should always be taken seriously. You can report the abuse or call 911 if you believe the victim is in immediate danger. Once your loved one is safe, contact an experienced Houston nursing home abuse attorney to learn about your legal rights.
How Much Compensation is My Houston Nursing Home Abuse Case Worth?
The value of your case depends on the facts and circumstances.
Issues that our lawyers will analyze as we’re building your demand for compensation include:
- The nature of any physical injuries your loved one has suffered
- The mental trauma and suffering your loved one has endured
- Your family’s financial costs, including medical costs, rehabilitation, etc.
- The nature of the abuse
- The at-fault party’s actions or omissions
- The long-term impacts your family will experience
Financial compensation is often the only justice a family is able to receive for abuse. You deserve every available dollar after such an ordeal. Our attorneys are prepared to help you fight for every possible ounce of justice. Call us today to arrange a free consultation.
What Types of Damages Are Available to Victims of Nursing Home Abuse in Houston?
Your damages award should account for all of the economic damages and non-economic damages that your family has incurred.
Examples of the types of damages you may pursue include:
- Past and future medical expenses
- Rehabilitation
- Relocation costs if you move your loved one to a safe facility
- Restitution in cases where financial exploitation has occurred
- Property damage
- Increased caregiving costs
- Mental health treatment
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Depression
- Fear and PTSD
- Reduced quality of life
- Loss of ability to enjoy life
- Reduced life expectancy
If your case goes to trial, the court may award punitive damages. Punitive damages are available when a defendant’s acts were intentional or particularly shocking. The purpose is to punish the defendant for their shocking and malicious behavior–and to deter future wrongdoing.
How Much Does it Cost to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer to Handle a Nursing Home Abuse Claim in Texas?
We take personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis. With a contingency fee arrangement, the plaintiff agrees to allow their attorney to deduct their fees from their final compensation award.
This means:
- There are no upfront fees
- Your attorney’s fees depend entirely on their success
- You won’t pay attorneys’ fees unless we win
We’re confident in our ability to recover compensation for injury victims and their families. The contingency fee arrangement lets you get top-quality legal representation without worrying about money.
Our Attorneys Represent Clients With All Types of Nursing Home Abuse-Related Injuries
At Omar Khawaja Personal Injury Lawyers, we represent clients with all types of injuries, including:
- Broken bones
- Concussions
- Broken hips and joint injuries
- Worsened medical conditions
- Soft tissue damage
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Spinal cord injuries
- Head and neck injuries
- Organ damage and internal injuries
- Severe infections
- Burns
- Wrongful death
Nursing home abuse typically causes significant mental suffering. Many victims are unable to ever fully overcome the trauma of the abuse. Our attorneys will also work tirelessly to ensure that your family’s mental trauma and suffering are accounted for in your compensation award.
What Are Some Causes of Nursing Home Abuse in Texas?
There’s no justification for abusing an elderly or vulnerable adult.
It’s important to understand why it occurs. Understanding the causes of abuse is critical to stopping the abuse–and to holding those responsible accountable.
Some reasons nursing home abuse occurs include:
- Understaffing
- Failure to conduct proper background checks when hiring caregivers
- Inadequate training
- Poor management, including lack of oversight
- Inadequate procedures to prevent abuse and neglect
- High-stress environments that can trigger anger on the part of caregivers
Nursing homes have a legal obligation to provide a safe environment for their vulnerable residents. Often, abuse occurs because these entities ignore their obligations and cut corners to maximize their own profits.
Is There a Time Limit for Filing a Nursing Home Abuse Lawsuit in Texas?
The statute of limitations in Texas personal injury cases is two years. Typically, the two-year clock begins running on the date an injury occurs.
Nursing home abuse cases are more complicated. You might not learn of the abuse for some time. The victim may be unable to report it. In these cases, you could have more time to take legal action.
Consulting an attorney when you have suspicions is always important. We have the experience and resources to help.
Contact a Top-Rated Houston Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer for a Free Consultation Today
Cases involving nursing home abuse and neglect can be complicated. Our legal team at Omar Khawaja Personal Injury Lawyers is here to fight for the justice your family deserves. If you or a loved one has been abused in an assisted living setting, call our experienced Houston nursing home abuse lawyer today.