Nursing Home Abuse in Pennsylvania? Get the justice and compensation you deserve. Call Attorney Michael Siddons for a FREE consultation: (610) 255-7500. No fee unless we win.

Experienced Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania is home to over 700 licensed nursing homes, and unfortunately, abuse and neglect remain far too common. Understaffing, inadequate training, and profit-driven management lead to residents receiving substandard care that can cause serious injury and death. When a nursing facility fails to properly care for your loved one, Attorney Michael Siddons holds them accountable. We fight aggressively for elderly residents who cannot fight for themselves.

Pennsylvania Nursing Home Abuse Laws

Pennsylvania provides strong legal protections for nursing home residents. The Older Adults Protective Services Act (OAPSA) establishes reporting requirements and investigative procedures for elder abuse. Victims can pursue civil lawsuits under negligence, medical malpractice, and wrongful death theories. The statute of limitations is generally two years. Pennsylvania follows modified comparative negligence (51% bar). Pennsylvania also requires nursing homes to comply with federal regulations under the Nursing Home Reform Act (part of OBRA 1987), which establishes minimum standards of care. Violations of these federal standards are powerful evidence of negligence in state lawsuits.

Types of Nursing Home Abuse Cases We Handle

We handle all forms of nursing home abuse and neglect in Pennsylvania including physical abuse and improper use of restraints, emotional and psychological abuse, sexual abuse, neglect of basic needs (food, water, hygiene, medication), medical neglect and failure to treat conditions, bedsore development and wound care failures, falls due to inadequate supervision, medication errors and chemical restraints, malnutrition and dehydration, elopement and wandering incidents, and wrongful death from abuse or neglect.

Compensation Available in Pennsylvania Nursing Home Abuse Cases

Pennsylvania nursing home abuse victims may recover all medical expenses, pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of dignity and quality of life, costs of alternative care placement, wrongful death damages for surviving family members, and punitive damages in cases of willful or reckless conduct. Pennsylvania does not cap compensatory damages in nursing home cases.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the signs of nursing home abuse in Pennsylvania?

Watch for unexplained injuries, weight loss, dehydration, poor hygiene, bedsores, emotional changes, fearfulness around staff, unsanitary conditions, medication issues, and frequent infections or hospitalizations.

How do I report nursing home abuse in Pennsylvania?

Call the Pennsylvania Department of Health complaint hotline at 1-800-254-5164 or the Older Adults Protective Services at your local Area Agency on Aging. You can also file a complaint with the PA Department of Health online. Contact an attorney simultaneously.

What is the statute of limitations for nursing home abuse in PA?

Generally two years from the date of injury or discovery. Wrongful death claims have a two-year statute from the date of death. Contact an attorney immediately to protect your rights.

Can I check a nursing home’s record before admission?

Yes. Medicare’s Care Compare website (medicare.gov) rates nursing homes on a 5-star system. You can also request state inspection reports from the PA Department of Health and check for complaints and citations.

Are nursing homes liable for falls?

Nursing homes have a duty to assess fall risk and implement prevention measures. If a resident falls due to inadequate supervision, missing bed rails, wet floors, or failure to follow a care plan, the facility may be liable for resulting injuries.

Ready to Fight for Your Rights? Contact Siddons Law Firm today for your FREE nursing home abuse consultation. Call (610) 255-7500. We serve all of Pennsylvania. No fee unless we win.