Nursing homes and other long-term care facilities are tasked with the responsibilities of providing residents with care and resources to maintain their physical, mental, emotional, and social wellbeing. While reputable facilities are known to provide high levels of care with experienced employees, there are a number of facilities that either intentionally or unintentionally harm those who reside there. If you’ve had a loved one harmed in their long-term care facility, you can help them recover with the help of a Columbus nursing home abuse lawyer.
While Thomas Law Offices is located in Cincinnati, we’re dedicated to helping individuals and families all around Ohio who have been wronged by negligent nursing home facilities. If you believe you have a case, we can schedule a free case evaluation where we’ll discuss what has taken place, what your legal rights and options are, and how you wish to proceed.
Within ten miles of Columbus, there are currently 26 nursing homes. According to Medicare’s Nursing Home Compare program, 15 of the 26 rate below average or much below average. Facilities are rated on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
Of the seven facilities rated much below average, one, Majestic Care of Columbus LLC, has been cited for abuse—specifically in regard to 25 health citations noted on January 16, 2020. Based on medical record reviews, residents and staff interviews, and policy reviews, the facility failed to ensure all residents were free from verbal or emotional abuse or threatening behavior. At the time of the citation, four alleged abuse incidents had been reports, with one confirmed.
While a nursing home resident can be injured and abused in a number of ways, most incidents fall into one of the following categories, according to the National Council on Aging:
If your loved one has suffered abuse or neglect in their nursing home, they may be hesitant to come forward with their experiences. It’s important to regularly check on your loved one and closely monitor their health and general wellbeing. If you feel as though they are being mistreated, report the matter to the facility and make sure you fully understand their rights as a nursing home resident in Ohio.
If you have a loved one residing in a nursing home, you should have been informed, prior to their admission, of Ohio’s Nursing Home Residents’ Bill of Rights. This falls under Ohio Revised Code §3721.13. It’s important to be familiar with these rights, so you can ensure your loved one is receiving the care they are entitled to. Residents’ rights include the following:
In the event any of those rights are breached at any time, an official complaint should be filed with the facility. If the nursing home fails to address the issue properly, it’s best to seek guidance from an experienced nursing home abuse and neglect attorney.
If a medical mistake harmed you or your newborn, we’ll investigate what went wrong and fight for funds for lifelong care. Start with a free case evaluation today.
A head injury can change everything. We pursue negligent drivers, companies, and providers to seek compensation for treatment, lost income, and long-term needs. Get a free case evaluation now.
Exposed to contaminated water at Camp Lejeune (1953–1987)? This page explains what happened and potential harms—note the firm is no longer taking these cases. Explore the details and see other options.
From fender-benders to serious crashes, we help you pursue the money you need for medical bills, repairs, and time off work. Don’t face insurers alone—request a free case evaluation.
Hurt on a jobsite? We’ll identify who’s responsible beyond workers’ comp and pursue the recovery you deserve for pain, lost wages, and medical costs. Talk to us for a free case evaluation.
When care goes wrong, you deserve answers and accountability. We review records, build strong claims, and pursue compensation for the harm you suffered. Schedule a free case evaluation.
Motorcyclists are vulnerable—and insurers know it. We fight for riders injured by careless drivers and push for full compensation for medical care and recovery. Request a free case evaluation.
If your premature baby developed NEC after cow’s milk-based formula, your family may have legal options. We’re representing families seeking justice and compensation—act now for a free case evaluation.
Attacked because a property lacked basic security? We investigate owners’ failures—lighting, locks, cameras, staffing—and pursue compensation for your injuries. Start with a free case evaluation.
If a loved one was neglected or harmed in a facility, we’ll help you hold the home accountable and pursue compensation. Take action today—get a free case evaluation.
Injured because someone else was careless? We’ll handle the legal fight so you can focus on healing and getting life back on track. Start with a free case evaluation.
Used a recalled Philips CPAP/BiPAP or ventilator? We help people harmed by defective devices pursue claims tied to the recall and alleged foam exposure. Get a free case evaluation.
Hurt on someone else’s property? We pinpoint unsafe conditions, prove negligence, and pursue damages for medical bills and lost time. Don’t wait—get a free case evaluation.
Defective products shouldn’t cost you your health. We pursue manufacturers and sellers when unsafe designs or warnings lead to injury. Find out if you have a claim—free case evaluation.
Survivors deserve support and accountability. We help you understand your rights and pursue civil action against abusers and enablers. When you’re ready, request a free case evaluation.
A fall can mean ER visits, missed work, and lasting pain. If poor maintenance or hazards caused your injury, we’ll help you pursue compensation. Get a free case evaluation today.
Benefits can be hard to win alone. If a condition keeps you from working, we’ll guide you through the SSA process and strengthen your claim. Start with a free case evaluation.
Spinal trauma can bring lifelong care needs and huge costs. We fight for compensation that reflects the full impact on your mobility, work, and future. Request a free case evaluation.
Crashes with semis are complex and high-stakes. We investigate drivers and trucking companies and pursue the recovery you need after serious injuries. Get a free case evaluation now.
Injured at work in Kentucky? We help Louisville workers fight delays, denials, and lowball benefits so you can get medical care and wage support. Request a free consultation.
When negligence takes a life, accountability matters. We help families pursue a wrongful death claim and seek financial stability during an impossible time. Start with a free case evaluation.
You have enough on your plate. Get a free case evaluation and clear answers from our experienced attorneys today — we’ll take it from here.
If you suspect your loved one is being abused in their nursing home facility, it’s important to remove them from the dangerous situation as soon as possible. In regard to reporting, there are four ways to report nursing home abuse and neglect in Ohio.
First, you can call the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) Complaint Hotline. Real-time intake staff cover the hotline from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. The hotline voicemail is covered 24 hours per day, seven days a week and is checked twice per day. You also have the option of emailing the ODH or filing out the ODH Complaint Form. No matter which method you choose, the complaint will be investigated according to the nature of the complaint. You will receive notice that your complaint has been processed and an additional letter giving notice of the outcome of the investigation.
Your fourth option is to contact a nursing home abuse lawyer. While you’ll want to file a claim with the ODH in one of the formats discussed above, contacting an attorney is the only way to ensure your loved one’s rights and suffering will be taken seriously.
Regardless of the circumstances prompting your nursing home abuse claim, working with an experienced attorney is the most assured way to be awarded the compensation your loved one needs to recover.
The claims filing process is complicated and multifaceted. When you work with Thomas Law Offices, we’ll handle the paperwork, conversations, and negotiations. This way, you won’t have to worry about missing deadlines or jeopardizing your claim. instead, you can focus on ensuring your loved one receives the care they need to recover as fully as possible.
While we handle your claim, we will review your loved one’s medical records to identify how their care was inadequate, interview potential witnesses and residents and employees of the nursing home, evaluate businesses records to determine the facility’s hiring practices, collect photograph evidence and security tapes, work with medical experts to determine the cause of your loved one’s injuries, and determine what to value your claim at.
When we figure out what your loved one is owed, we will fight to ensure that it what they receive. Insurance companies or lawyers who represent the nursing home may try to pressure you to take a lower settlement than you deserve. When you work with a nursing home neglect attorney, you won’t have to worry about having those conversations. Instead, your lawyer will fight for full and fair compensation on your behalf.
Thomas Law Offices is dedicated to helping nursing home abuse victims and their families recover when a negligent facility causes injuries and harm. Filing a claim can be challenging, but a Columbus nursing home abuse lawyer will do what it takes to make the process as easy as possible for you.
While we will do our best to reach a reasonable settlement through negotiations, it’s important to understand that this doesn’t always happen. If that’s the case, we’ll help you file a lawsuit in civil court to pursue compensation through the means of a judge’s or jury’s official verdict.
Filing a lawsuit is subject to the state’s statute of limitations. If that deadline passes, you’ll be rendered ineligible for compensation and the nursing home won’t be held accountable for their actions. Your attorney will make sure your lawsuit is filed on time.
If you’re ready to pursue justice on your loved one’s behalf, schedule a free case review today. We’ll explain your right and help you determine the best course of action to protect your loved one and their future.
Most people walk into a hospital expecting answers and treatment so they can recover. For the majority of patients, that’s what they receive. But when a medical professional makes a preventable mistake, the outcome can be life-changing. Chicago hospitals treat thousands of patients every day. While many providers are dedicated professionals, a single breakdown in...
Yes, you can sue a Chicago hospital for a birth injury if it can be established that negligence by doctors, nurses, or staff caused preventable harm during labor and delivery of the baby. This is the kind of tragedy that no family should have to endure. Filing a civil lawsuit against a hospital can provide...
The birth of a child should be one of the happiest moments in a family’s life. But when something goes wrong during labor or delivery, that joy can quickly turn into confusion and fear. You might be asking: Was this unavoidable? Or did someone make a mistake? Not every birth injury is the result of...
Have You Been Injured? We're Ready to Fight for You.
