San Francisco Elder Abuse Lawyer
When families learn that their loved one suffered abuse or neglect at the hands of a long-term care facility, it can be heartbreaking and a profound betrayal of trust. Our San Francisco elder abuse lawyers know what your family is going through and are here to help you fight for the justice you deserve. Call us at 888-887-9777 to schedule a free, no-obligation consultation with our team today.
We have extensive experience suing the following facilities: Nursing Homes, Assisted Living Facilities, Memory Care Facilities, Adult Day Care Centers, and more.
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Long-term and elder care facilities have a responsibility to provide the treatment and services their residents need. If a facility has failed to meet its duties, and your loved one has suffered harm from abuse or neglect, our San Francisco elder abuse lawyers are ready to stand up for your family.
At Lanzone Morgan, LLP, we understand the betrayal families feel when a loved one suffers a preventable injury or medical condition at a care facility. We are dedicated to advocating for elder abuse victims and providing compassionate support and skillful legal representation to victims and their families. Contact us for a free case review and guidance on your next steps.
Table of Contents:
- Why Families Trust the San Francisco Elder Abuse Lawyers at Lanzone Morgan, LLP
- How Do You Know if You Have an Elder Abuse Case in San Francisco?
- Trusting Your Instincts When Something Isn’t Right
- How Can a San Francisco Elder Abuse Attorney Help Me?
- Understanding California Elder Abuse Laws and Your Rights
- Issues and Violations at San Francisco Elder Care Facilities
- Begin Your Journey to Justice and File Your Elder Abuse Claim
- Meet Our Elder Abuse Attorneys in San Francisco
Why Families Trust the San Francisco Elder Abuse Lawyers at Lanzone Morgan, LLP
Led by founding partners Anthony Lanzone and James Morgan, our firm is singularly focused on protecting the rights, welfare, and dignity of the elderly. While other firms handle many types of personal injury cases, our team only represents elderly and dependent adults and their families. We have over 75 years of combined experience pursuing justice and holding facilities responsible.
If you suspect abuse or neglect of a loved one at a care facility, you are not alone. We’ll investigate to determine what happened and who is responsible. Our elder abuse attorneys strive to be a voice for the voiceless, and we’ll advocate for your loved one’s right to compensation and quality care.
Our elder neglect lawyers offer unwavering support for families while seeking meaningful case results that protect seniors. This commitment is reflected in the $250 million recovered in settlements and verdicts for our clients, including a recent $2.3 million verdict.
How Do You Know if You Have an Elder Abuse Case in San Francisco?
According to the World Health Organization, around one in six older adults experience some form of abuse. Recognizing the signs of elder abuse can help you protect your loved one and know when to contact a legal advocate. However, some signs of elderly neglect or abuse are not as obvious as others.
Common red flags for elder abuse at a long-term care facility include the following:
- Physical injuries: Unexplained fractures, bedsores, subdural hematomas, head trauma, and worsening health conditions
- Neglect-related conditions: Dehydration and malnutrition, sudden weight loss, and recurring infections
- Systemic failures: Chronic understaffing, which can lead to medication errors, choking incidents, and injuries from lack of supervision
- Behavioral changes: Sudden withdrawal, fearfulness around specific staff, or other unusual behaviors
If you notice signs of elder neglect or abuse, we’re here to protect your family’s rights. Contact us to learn more.
Trusting Your Instincts When Something Isn’t Right
Realizing a loved one has suffered from abuse or neglect can be confusing and overwhelming. You may have noticed changes in your loved one’s health or behavior, but were unsure how to act on your instincts. Unfortunately, many family members carry a lot of guilt, wondering whether they missed the signs or should have spoken up earlier.
It’s important to know that what happened is not your fault, and you don’t need all the answers before you take the first step toward justice. If something feels wrong, let us carry that weight for you. Our compassionate team will investigate the facts, uncover the truth, and fight for the dignity and quality care your loved one deserves.
“Here at Lanzone Morgan, LLP, we've been doing nursing home cases for 16 years. Prior to that, I have almost another 10 years of experience doing elder abuse cases. One of my first cases was in San Francisco. It was a bad case of a terrible pressure sore of an elderly gentleman, and the facility never told the family about the bedsore until it was too late. It was about the size of a dinner plate on his back. I met with this family, talked to them, heard their story, and agreed to take their case. I love taking cases in San Francisco because the people of San Francisco really care about people; they care about the elderly population, and they have sympathy. I remember in that case specifically, the defense attorney told us, "Your client, who is elderly, is circling the drain. This person is about to die. Why is this case worth anything?” And I said, "Well, let's let the people of San Francisco decide if he was circling the drain and if that’s justification for neglecting him and letting him get a bedsore the size of a dinner plate.” We settled that case before trial, but I will always remember that case because I felt I really wanted to go to trial and see what a jury would have done. If you have a case in San Francisco, please call Lanzone Morgan, LLP. We'd be happy to look at it.”
How Can a San Francisco Elder Abuse Attorney Help Me?
Our elder abuse lawyers in San Francisco provide the aggressive advocacy needed to hold negligent facilities accountable. We provide the following comprehensive legal services and more:
- Investigation: We secure medical records, interview staff, and analyze facility staffing patterns to uncover systemic neglect.
- Building your case: Our lawyers for elder abuse collaborate with medical experts to prove the facility failed to provide the care your loved one needed.
- Negotiations: Our team fights for fair compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, emotional trauma, and other losses.
- Litigation: From filing the initial complaint to trial, we navigate the complex California legal system on your behalf.
Our firm’s notable results demonstrate our commitment to justice, including a $7.6 million verdict for the neglect of an elderly veteran and a $1 million settlement for elder abuse resulting in fall injuries.
Understanding California Elder Abuse Laws and Your Rights
Navigating the legal landscape of long-term care can be complex. At Lanzone Morgan, LLP, elder abuse is not just a practice area—it is our sole focus. We have in-depth knowledge of the state and federal laws designed to protect residents, including the following:
- California Health & Safety Code Section 1599.1: This statute is vital for San Francisco residents, as it mandates that facilities operate with adequate staffing and resources. It establishes the baseline for the quality of care required by law.
- 42 C.F.R. § 483.10: Under this federal regulation, residents have the right to a dignified existence, self-determination, and free communication. They also have the right to be free from the use of any physical or chemical restraints for discipline or convenience, and the right to participate in their own treatment planning.
- The Nursing Home Reform Act: This landmark legislation requires that residents receive services to attain or maintain their highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.
Issues and Violations at San Francisco Elder Care Facilities
A range of issues at facilities can contribute to elder abuse or neglect. The following violations and deficiencies at facilities in the San Francisco area demonstrate recent systemic issues:
- San Francisco Health Care: Multiple reports of negligence and poor conditions that led to infections and other health conditions
- Pacific Heights Transitional Care Center: Records of complaints, failures to meet care requirements, and issues with infection control
- City View Post Acute: Failures to keep residents and their property safe, medication errors, and inadequate supervision
- Laguna Honda Hospital and Rehabilitation Center: Settled a lawsuit over explicit photos of patients for $5.8 million
If your family has experienced something similar or you suspect elder abuse injuries, reach out to our team for a free consultation. We can discuss your situation, whether you may have an elder abuse case, and how our elder abuse attorneys in San Francisco can help.
Begin Your Journey to Justice and File Your Elder Abuse Claim
Because elder abuse and neglect claims are the only types of cases we take, our San Francisco nursing home abuse lawyers have a proven track record of recovering successful results that help our clients move forward. Elder care facilities and corporations know us by name and don’t want to face us in litigation, giving us more leverage to secure a favorable outcome for your elder neglect case.
We will listen to your story, explain your rights and options, and guide your family on your next steps. Call 888-887-9777 or contact us online for a free and confidential consultation.
Written and edited by our team of expert legal content writers and reviewed and approved by attorney Anthony C. Lanzone.
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- Nursing Home Infections
- Falls & Fractures
- Unexplained Broken Bones
- Bedsores/Pressure Sores
- Sepsis
- Medication Errors/Overmedication
- Unauthorized Use of Restraints
- Wheelchair Transfer Injuries
- Elderly Wandering & Elopement
- Elderly Sexual Assault & Abuse
- Dehydration & Malnutrition
- Poor Hygiene
- Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
- Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
- Amputation
- Choking Deaths
- Wrongful Death
- Financial Elder Abuse
- Nursing Homes
- Assisted Living Facilities
- Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly, or RCFE
- Memory Care Facilities
- Skilled Nursing Facilities
- Adult Day Care Centers
- Continuing Care Retirement Communities
- Non-Emergency Transport Providers
- Acute Care Hospitals