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Arlington Heights Injury Lawyers Handle Cases Involving Bedsores
Attorneys for Pressure Ulcers Caused by Nursing Home Neglect in Cook County
At Newland & Newland, LLP, we believe that bedsores should never be allowed to develop anywhere on the body of any person who is under the care of a nursing home, hospital, or long-term care facility. Bedsores, also called pressure ulcers or decubitus ulcers, are generally a clear indication that a patient is not getting the proper care and attention that he or she deserves and has every right to expect.
Attorney Gary A. Newland and his team of experienced personal injury lawyers are dedicated to protecting the rights and best interests of those who are most vulnerable. For nearly three decades, we have been helping victims of nursing home neglect and abuse seek compensation for their injuries. If your loved one has developed bedsores in a nursing home, our firm will assist you in holding the appropriate parties accountable.
Rolling Meadows Counsel for Bedsores and Related Complications
Bedsores are almost always preventable with proper care and attention by nursing home staff members. These painful sores are caused when a patient remains in the same position for a long time. While they are known as bedsores and are most common for bedridden patients, pressure ulcers can also develop on patients who are confined to a wheelchair or who sit in the same position for extended periods. Pressure on a given area can eventually restrict blood flow, which in turn causes sores to develop. Over time, these sores can become extremely serious, and infection is possible.
Bedsores may develop on a patient's:
- Head;
- Shoulder blades;
- Hips;
- Back of the legs or arms;
- Tailbone;
- Heels; or
- Any other body part that is in regular contact with a bed or chair.
Any nursing home patient who might be at risk for bedsores should be encouraged by staff to change position or to get up and move from time to time. Patients who cannot move on their own must receive assistance from staff to change positions and to prevent bedsores. The development of bedsores is often a warning sign that patients are not being properly cared for by staff members. If one patient in a particular nursing home has bedsores, there is a good chance that others do too, as neglect might be an issue throughout the facility.
Protecting the Rights of the Ill and the Elderly in Northern Illinois
When you contact Newland & Newland, LLP to help with your loved one's bedsores case, we will go right to work in investigating the situation. We understand that when neglect or abuse is suspected, nursing homes and long-term care facilities will often go to great lengths to avoid cooperating with an investigation. With more than 60 years of combined experience, however, our attorneys know what it takes to uncover the truth.
Nursing home abuse and neglect cases often involve large verdicts and settlements for victims. These awards are meant to do more than just compensate those who have suffered, however. They also serve as a reminder to other facilities that quality of care and the needs of patients must be top priorities.
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For more information about bedsores and how our firm can help you and your loved one recover compensation, contact our office. Call 847-797-8000 for a free phone consultation and case review today. With five convenient locations, we serve clients in Arlington Heights, Rolling Meadows, Mount Prospect, Schaumburg, Long Grove, Palatine, Buffalo Grove, Wheeling, Des Plaines, Elk Grove Village, Lake County, DuPage County, and the surrounding areas.
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At Newland & Newland, LLP, we know that any type of accident has the power to change your life forever in just a few seconds. If you have suffered a serious injury, you could be facing many months or even years of expensive medical care and pain that may never go away completely. When such injuries are caused by someone else's negligence, Illinois law gives you the ability to seek compensation for your injuries from the negligent party.
Our experienced personal injury lawyers are equipped to handle a full range of personal injury matters, including motor vehicle crashes, premises liability cases, defective or dangerous products, and accidents involving public transportation. We also assist those who have suffered injuries caused by nursing home neglect, elder abuse, violent crimes, and sexual abuse. Our team will conduct a full investigation into the circumstances of your case and work to get you the full compensation that you deserve.
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Every day, thousands of Illinois residents are injured in car accidents caused by carelessness or negligence by others on the road. Our firm is dedicated to helping car accident victims recover damages for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, decreased quality of life, and other considerations. If you have been hurt in a car crash, you should not sign anything from the insurance company or agree to any settlements until you speak to a lawyer at Newland & Newland, LLP first. We will ensure that your rights and best interests are protected every step of the way.
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Commercial trucks are massive vehicles that can cause catastrophic damage when they are involved in an accident. In most truck accidents, unfortunately, it is the occupants of other vehicles who usually suffer the worst injuries. Trucking companies often have teams of lawyers working on their behalf to help limit their liability following an accident, and you deserve the same level of legal protection. Our attorneys will help you stand up to trucking companies, their insurance companies, and their lawyers so that you can get the compensation you need to put your life back together.
Medical Malpractice
Medical mistakes are among the leading causes of death in the United States. Each year thousands of patients die as a result of errors made by doctors, nurses, and other medical professionals, and many thousands more suffer non-fatal injuries. Not all medical errors are caused by negligence or carelessness, as even the most careful medical professionals are not perfect. When negligence does lead to substandard care, however, the negligent doctor or hospital must be held accountable.
At Newland & Newland, LLP, we have the knowledge and experience to handle all types of medical malpractice cases, including missed diagnosis, delayed diagnosis, primary care errors, errors by physician specialists, emergency room mistakes, and pharmacy malpractice. We also assist families affected by birth injuries caused by medical negligence. If you or a member of your family suffered harm due to substandard care in an Illinois doctor's office, hospital, or another medical facility, our attorneys are ready to help you take action.
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According to Illinois law, employees who get hurt in the course of performing their jobs are typically eligible for benefits through the state's workers' compensation program. Unfortunately, it not uncommon for workers' compensation claims to be partially or completely denied or unnecessarily delayed, leaving victims to face a variety of challenges on their own. At Newland & Newland, LLP, we provide guidance for injured workers throughout the entire workers' compensation claims process.
If you have been injured at work, our experienced lawyers can help you seek medical care and notify your employer in a timely manner. We will also assist you in dealing with delays or disputes by your employer or the workers' compensation insurance carrier. Our firm will work with you in escalating your claim to the Illinois Workers' Compensation Commission if necessary, and we are even ready to take your case to trial. We will not be intimidated, and we will not back down. Our lawyers will do everything we can to get you the full benefits provided under the law.
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