Typically 12 to 24 months. While some cases settle sooner, we prepare every case as if it is going to trial in the Oakland Superior Court to ensure we get the maximum value for our clients.
It depends on the transfer. Sometimes an infection starts in a hospital, but the nursing home fails to follow the "discharge orders" for antibiotics or wound care. We investigate both the hospital and the facility to find where the breakdown occurred.
It is a symptom of "altered mental status." In many elderly patients, especially those in Oakland memory care, a sudden increase in confusion is the body's way of reacting to a UTI or sepsis before a fever even develops.
Yes. We frequently represent families in wrongful death actions where sepsis was the primary cause of death. These claims seek to hold the facility accountable for the loss of a loved one.
It leads to "care left undone." When staff are stretched too thin, they skip tasks like changing soiled linens, providing adequate fluids, and monitoring skin condition, all of which are primary defenses against infection.
Not always, but it is a major "red flag." While some infections occur despite good care, sepsis in a nursing home usually indicates a failure to catch and treat the initial infection before it became systemic. If there was a delay in care, that is neglect.
Take photos of your loved one, request a copy of their weight records from the facility, and contact an Oakland malnutrition lawyer immediately to discuss your legal options.
Even with a feeding tube, malnutrition can occur if the facility fails to provide the correct formula or if the tube is improperly managed. We investigate whether the "orders" were followed correctly by the nursing staff.
These cases are complex and usually take 12 to 24 months. Our firm moves aggressively to gather evidence while it is still fresh to ensure the best possible outcome for your family.
You can recover medical expenses, compensation for pain and suffering, and in cases of recklessness, punitive damages and attorney's fees under the California Elder Abuse Act.
