The Importance of Reporting Suspected Nursing Home Abuse
If you suspect a loved one is a victim of nursing home abuse, it’s important to seek help as soon as possible. The sad reality is that there are often multiple victims in instances of nursing home neglect and abuse.
One of the most critical steps you can take if you believe a family member is suffering from nursing home abuse in Arizona is to call the Phoenix attorneys at Cullan & Cullan at (602) 786-8860 for your free consultation. Our law firm is dedicated to protecting the rights of nursing home abuse victims and their families, and our extensive record of success is backed by our attorneys’ experiences as both physicians and lawyers.
If you think a family member is in immediate danger due to neglectful treatment, emotional cruelty or physical abuse in a nursing home or long-term care facility, you should contact your local police department or 911 immediately. If danger is not imminent but you believe that abuse has occurred or is ongoing, you should contact Arizona Adult Protective Services and the knowledgeable nursing home abuse attorneys at Cullan & Cullan.
Our lawyers can direct you to appropriate help, advise you on your legal options, and protect the best interests of your family. Reporting suspected nursing home abuse can also save others from further mistreatment.
For additional information on some of the common symptoms of nursing home abuse, please see our individual pages regarding:
If you believe a loved one is the victim of neglect or abuse in a nursing home or assisted-living facility, please contact Cullan & Cullan, today to arrange your personal consultation with one of our attorneys. We welcome clients from the greater Mesa, Phoenix, and Scottsdale areas and across Arizona.