Beachwood, Ohio personal injury attorney Jeffrey A. Leikin talks about the signs a loved one is the victim of nursing home neglect. The easiest way to determine if a loved one or family member has been injured in a nursing home is to assess whether they are in pain. If they complain of pain that they did not have before, it may indicate that they have experienced a fall or another incident caused by the negligence of the medical provider, whether that is a nurse, doctor, or aide.

Additionally, recognizing an injury can also depend on the condition of the loved one. Often, when a family member has a medical condition that goes untreated or is not recognized by the staff caring for them, they may become confused. Confusion is a significant indicator that something is wrong. It is essential to alert the doctor and consider transferring the loved one or patient to a facility where proper care can be provided.