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The owners and operators of nursing homes must provide their residents with a basic standard of living. This includes ensuring that residents remain hydrated and eat nutritious meals; unfortunately, this basic level of care is not always provided.
People who experience dehydration and malnutrition in Toledo nursing homes could be entitled to financial compensation. A lack of food and water can have life-threatening consequences and create ongoing health risks. An experienced nursing home negligence attorney at Zoll & Kranz, LLC could help you file a legal claim for damages when your elderly loved one suffers this type of neglect.
There are a number of indications family members should keep an eye out for when it comes to their loved ones suffering from dehydration or malnutrition. Knowing what these signs are could prevent a nursing home resident from facing severe health consequences. Signs of malnutrition can include:
The symptoms of dehydration may differ from undernourishment and can include:
When a resident suffers from any of the above symptoms of malnutrition or dehydration, family members should immediately voice concerns to the nursing home administrator.
Most of the instances of residents becoming malnourished or dehydrated in a Toledo nursing home involve negligence. Typically, the owners or operators of the facility are at fault in these situations: They may be unable to maintain appropriate staffing levels or engage in negligent training or hiring practices.
A nursing home resident could also go without adequate food or water because of the actions of their caregivers. In most circumstances, this is due to simple neglect; however, it does happen that a resident goes without food or water because of intentional mistreatment.
The most important element of a successful lawsuit against a nursing home owner or operator is when the resident (or their loved ones) proves that their medical condition results directly from the nursing home or its staff members failing to provide a basic level of care.
A proactive legal professional could review all relevant records to determine what brought on a case of dehydration or malnutrition. Since providing for the basic needs of residents is the responsibility of the nursing home, simply proving a resident is malnourished or dehydrated is evidence of negligence.
A diligent attorney could also work to ensure that residents and families understand their options for pursuing a claim for nursing home negligence or elder abuse.
When you or your loved one suffers dehydration or malnourishment while living in an assisted care facility, you could have a viable case for compensation. The owners and operators of these facilities have an obligation to provide for the basic needs of their residents, including ensuring they take in adequate nourishment and water.
Reach out to a knowledgeable attorney today to discuss the legal consequences of dehydration and malnutrition in Toledo nursing homes.
Michelle is a founding partner of Zoll & Kranz, located in Toledo, Ohio. Michelle has been a plaintiff’s lawyer for the entirety of her practice – over 32 years. She devotes the majority of her time to complex consolidated litigation and class action including advocating for people injured by medical devices, prescription medications, or corporate negligence.
This article has been written and reviewed for legal accuracy and clarity by the team of writers and attorneys at Zoll & Kranz, LLC and is as accurate as possible. This content should not be taken as legal advice from an attorney. If you would like to learn more about our owner and experienced Ohio injury lawyer, Michelle L. Kranz, you can do so here.
Zoll & Kranz, LLC does everything possible to make sure the information in this article is up to date and accurate. If you need specific legal advice about your case, contact us. This article should not be taken as advice from an attorney.
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