Fresno Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer
If you or a loved one has suffered neglect or abuse in a nursing home in Fresno, our experienced Fresno nursing home abuse lawyers can help you hold the nursing home accountable and recover substantial compensation.
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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Table of Contents:
- Why You Can Trust Our Nursing Home Abuse Attorneys in Fresno with Your Loved One’s Case
- Testimonials from Our Nursing Home Abuse Clients
- Types of Nursing Home Abuse Cases We Handle in Fresno, CA
- The Quality of Care Fresno Nursing Homes Must Provide
- What You Can Do When Your Loved One Experiences Abuse in a Nursing Home in Fresno, CA
- You or Your Loved One May Be Entitled to Substantial Compensation for Nursing Home Abuse
- Who Can File the Claim When Someone Is Abused in a Fresno Nursing Home?
- Fresno Nursing Home Abuse in the Headlines
- How Long Do I Have to File a Nursing Home Abuse Claim?
- Let Our Experienced Nursing Home Abuse Law Firm Fight for the Justice Your Loved One Deserves
When you trust a nursing home to care for your loved one, you rightfully expect the staff to treat them with respect and provide the accepted professional standard of care. Learning a nursing home has mistreated your loved one is devastating. Our Fresno nursing home abuse attorneys are passionate advocates for elder abuse victims with a primary focus on nursing home abuse.
If you suspect your loved one has suffered abuse or neglect in a Fresno nursing home, contact us immediately by calling 1(888) 887-9777 or completing our contact form.
Why You Can Trust Our Nursing Home Abuse Attorneys in Fresno with Your Loved One’s Case
Abused nursing home residents are often unable to speak up due to their health condition or fear of retaliation. As a concerned friend or family member, you may sense something is wrong but feel like you are hitting a brick wall when you raise concerns. A knowledgeable California nursing home abuse attorney in Fresno can protect your loved one, stop the abuse, and recover substantial compensation from the responsible parties.
We are a nationally recognized elder abuse law firm handling cases across California, including Fresno County. We have over 75 years of combined experience with a proven track record of holding nursing homes accountable. Nursing home abuse is all we do, and we do it very well. We know how nursing homes operate and use this knowledge to get you the best results possible. Our nursing home abuse lawyers have recovered over $200 million in compensation.
When you choose us, we do not take the faith you put in our lawyers lightly. Everyone at our firm has empathy and compassion for our clients, and we represent every client with the same fervor we would if they were our own family.
Testimonials from Our Nursing Home Abuse Clients
Our clients and their families are often heartbroken and angry as they learn about the abuse their loved ones endured. Our clients regularly give us glowing testimonials because of our compassionate support and aggressive advocacy, such as the following:
“My father (diagnosed with dementia) was neglected in a skilled nursing home two years ago, causing him serious head and body trauma. Since that accident happened, I filed a complaint and escalated this issue. I didn’t receive any help or response. I was heartbroken, and one day, I found Lanzone Morgan, LLP. I spoke to Emily for my story. At first I didn’t have too much expectation because I was rejected by other attorneys previously. Very shortly after, Emily called me back and said they would be able to help this case. From that point on, Mr. Morgan accepted my case, and he is a very professional attorney and passionate to elders whom are in need. During the whole lawsuit process, Mr. Morgan and his team (Kristi and Mr. Mourad) worked closely with me and kept me updated on everything. This was a difficult journey for me and I couldn’t go through that without the help from Lanzone Morgan, LLP. Recently, we were settled for the lawsuit, and thanks so much to Mr. Morgan and his team for representing my father. If you are looking for someone who can help you out for elder abuse/neglect in a nursing home, Lanzone Morgan, LLP, is absolutely the first place to go.”
Erica L.
“I had a wonderful experience with Jim and Lanzone Morgan, LLP. It was a very difficult situation—my mother had really suffered in the hands of a dreadful nursing home. I was so upset watching her I decided to sue the nursing home. It was my first experience with a lawsuit of any kind. Jim and his firm were kind, always communicated clearly, and responded immediately. He patiently talked me through each step and was honest about our chances to (not good) walk away with a settlement. We did, eventually, win a monetary settlement!! What a nice surprise. Owing, I’m sure, to the firm’s expertise. For a first experience with a lawsuit, it was very pleasant. But best of all was knowing that there were consequences for the nursing home and their horrendous treatment of my mother. Thank you, Jim and Co!!”
Laurel M.
“Our attorney and the entire staff at this firm were remarkable. Especially Emily, who walked us through everything in the beginning of the process. They worked wonders for our family and our mother, whom they represented. They are quick, as much as they can be in the entire process, as well as informative, and were in constant contact with us through the entire process. I would wholeheartedly recommend this firm to anyone. They work wonders, and if for some reason are unable to, they let you know as soon as possible so you can make a well-thought-out decision for your next step.”
Carmel E.
Types of Nursing Home Abuse Cases We Handle in Fresno, CA
Our attorneys handle all types of nursing home abuse and neglect cases, and we are here to support you through it all.
We often see residents sent home with untreated infections and medical problems. You may have noticed your loved one’s health declining since entering the nursing home, but no one gives you any answers. Or perhaps the nursing home prematurely discharged your loved one or moved them to a new facility without telling you.
Has your loved one developed bedsores or been hospitalized for injuries? Have you noticed unexplained bruises, anxiety, or depression in your loved one?
We can help you find the answers, protect your loved one, and hold the nursing home accountable. We have helped families get justice in cases involving a wide range of injuries, including the following:
- Fall injuries
- Broken bones
- Choking
- Subdural hematomas
- Infections
- Bedsores
- Sexual assault
- Dehydration
- Malnutrition
- Poor hygiene
- Overmedication
- Wandering and elopement
- Mental trauma
- Theft
- Financial exploitation
- Unexpected death
If a nursing home is providing substandard care or failing to communicate with you as it should, contact our nursing home abuse attorneys today for a free consultation. We are proud to be a voice for the voiceless and advocate for your loved one’s right to compensation and quality care.
“Lanzone Morgan, LLP is one of the leading elder abuse law firms in the United States. We litigate elder and nursing home abuse cases on behalf of elderly or dependent adults in their families to protect their rights. We help those suffering from abuse by caretakers, nursing homes, and other facilities because every life deserves dignity. Call Lanzone Morgan for a free consultation so we can put an end to abuse and neglect for you and your family.”
The Quality of Care Fresno Nursing Homes Must Provide
Nursing homes and staff are licensed health care providers with a duty to provide every resident with the accepted standard of care. This duty includes the following:
- Treating every resident with respect and dignity
- Promptly answering call lights
- Providing prompt assistance with toileting
- Changing soiled or wet linens promptly
- Providing every resident with an assessment upon admission
- Developing a care plan and allowing the resident to participate in health care decisions
- Prescribing, dispensing, and administering medication according to medical standards
Is Your Loved One’s Nursing Home Violating the Standard of Care?
Nursing homes must have sufficient staff to ensure every resident receives the care they deserve. However, most nursing homes in California are understaffed, resulting in residents receiving substandard care. If you have ever visited your loved one and found that they had been left in urine-soaked bedding all day, it is likely the result of short-staffing, and it may mean your loved one is experiencing other forms of neglect as well.
If your loved one is under constant sedation, the nursing home may be using medication as a substitute for care. This practice is known as chemical restraints, and it violates the standard of care and your loved one’s rights.
If your loved one has an indwelling catheter despite not being incontinent, the nursing home likely implanted it as a substitute for staff helping your loved one use the restroom.
There is no excuse for substandard care. You have a right to speak up, and our attorneys can help. Call Lanzone Morgan, LLP, today at 1(888) 887-9777 to learn about your legal options.
What You Can Do When Your Loved One Experiences Abuse in a Nursing Home in Fresno, CA
If you suspect your loved one is suffering from abuse or neglect at a nursing home, take immediate action. Nursing home residents are often unable to advocate for themselves. If you believe your loved one is in immediate danger, call 911. If you suspect your loved one has been abused, don’t wait until you have proof. Report your suspicions immediately to the following agencies so they can investigate:
- The California Department of Public Health’s Fresno District Office – (559) 437-1500
- The Fresno-Madera Long-Term Care Ombudsman – (559) 224-9177
- The Long-Term Care Ombudsman CRISIS Line – 1 (800) 231-4024
- Law enforcement
Call a reputable Fresno nursing home abuse lawyer as soon as possible. At Lanzone Morgan, LLP, we respond to calls 24/7. We can help you report the abuse, investigate it, and build a case against the nursing home. Call us today at 1(888) 887-9777 if you suspect your loved one is experiencing abuse or neglect in any Fresno area nursing home.
You or Your Loved One May Be Entitled to Substantial Compensation for Nursing Home Abuse
Compensation for nursing home abuse may include economic and non-economic damages. Economic damages are compensation for the financial costs of the abuse, including medical expenses, lost wages of family members, the cost of transferring to another facility, and theft of your loved one’s property.
Non-economic damages are compensation for the impacts of nursing home abuse on the quality of life. In a California nursing home abuse case, you can recover up to $430,000 for non-economic damages in 2025. Such damages may include pain and suffering, humiliation, inconvenience, and loss of society.
If your loved one has died from nursing home abuse, you may also be able to recover economic damages and up to $600,000 in non-economic damages through a wrongful death lawsuit. Wrongful death damages include funeral expenses, grief and mental suffering, your loved one’s pain and suffering, and loss of companionship.
How Much Is My Nursing Home Abuse Case Worth?
The amount you recover will vary based on the severity of the abuse and its effects, your loved one’s age, the strength of the evidence, the skill of your nursing home abuse lawyer, and other factors specific to your case. Below are examples of our nursing home abuse settlements and verdicts:
- $2.3 million for a resident who sustained a broken arm and pelvis from multiple falls in a nursing home
- $1.2 million for the family of a man who starved to death due to a doctor and nurse’s negligence
- $850,000 for the family of a resident who choked to death due to the nursing home not following the care plan
- $750,000 for a nursing home resident who developed a coccyx bedsore
- $450,000 for a nursing home resident who fell and broke her hip
After reviewing your case, we can estimate its value. Contact us now for a free case evaluation.
Who Can File the Claim When Someone Is Abused in a Fresno Nursing Home?
- The resident
- A spouse
- A domestic partner
- An adult child
- A sibling
- A power of attorney
- A conservator
If your loved one died because of nursing home abuse, a personal representative, legal guardian, or family member may file a wrongful death action. Our attorneys at Lanzone Morgan, LLP, can determine who has legal standing to file a claim on your loved one’s behalf.
Fresno Nursing Home Abuse in the Headlines
Nursing home abuse is so rampant in Fresno that it often makes news. On February 5, 2025, Attorney General Bonta announced the arrest of the owner of Rose Garden Residential Care Home and an employee over the death of an 88-year-old dementia patient. While the employee slept, the patient wandered miles from the facility in only a T-shirt and a diaper and died of cold exposure.
Stories like these are far from new in Fresno. In 2017, California Healthline reported that a disabled 58-year-old woman became homeless after a nursing home discharged her only one month after suffering a stroke. The administrator of another California nursing home faced criminal charges the same year for allegedly falsely telling a resident she owed money and sending her to an independent living center. She was reportedly unable to walk or use the toilet unassisted.
In 2015, the Fresno Bee reported that a 74-year-old woman sued Manning Gardens Care Center for elder abuse, neglect, and allowing a male resident to stalk and terrorize her. The nursing home allegedly dumped her outside her home. She was reportedly found covered in vomit and feces, with cockroaches crawling on her and maggots in a wound on her foot.
Nursing Home Abuse Citations in Fresno
Of the 31 nursing homes within 25 miles of Fresno, only 10 have an “average” or better rating. Medicare.gov has rated 13 of the other 21 as “below average.” The remaining eight are rated “much below average.”
One facility, Countryside Care Center, is flagged for abuse, indicating that California Public Health officials have substantiated abuse at the facility. In February 2024, a facility resident entered the room of another resident with severe dementia and assaulted her in the face with a stuffed animal, resulting in facial injuries that required several days of treatment and a transfer to a higher level of care. The facility allegedly failed to promptly report the incident.
Fowler Care Center on Adams Avenue was cited three times in 2024 alone for failing to adequately supervise residents at risk for elopement. In all of these instances, residents with cognitive impairments allegedly wandered away from the facility. These examples are only the tip of the iceberg. Citations for lack of supervision, failure to develop and implement a care plan, and failure to provide a home-like environment are common.
How Long Do I Have to File a Nursing Home Abuse Claim?
You must act quickly to pursue justice against a Fresno-area nursing home. However, the deadline that applies to your case depends on the circumstances of the case. California medical malpractice statute of limitations applies if the case involves care provided by a health care professional. That law only allows you to file a lawsuit for up to three years after the most recent incident or one year after you discover or reasonably should have discovered the injury, whichever comes first.
In other elder abuse cases, California’s personal injury statute of limitations applies, which gives you two years to file suit.
If you miss the deadline, you could lose out on justice for your loved one. Don’t wait to contact an attorney. The insurance company may claim you should have discovered the abuse sooner. In addition, the most important evidence is often eyewitness testimony. Memories of important details can fade if you allow too much time to pass.
Your loved one may ask you not to contact an attorney for fear of retaliation, but this would be a mistake. Nursing homes are less likely to abuse residents when they know an attorney is watching. We have never seen a nursing home retaliate against a resident after we got involved.
Let Our Experienced Nursing Home Abuse Law Firm Fight for the Justice Your Loved One Deserves
If you or your loved one has experienced nursing home abuse in a skilled nursing facility in Fresno, you deserve justice. We are an experienced elder abuse law firm relentlessly committed to safeguarding the rights and dignity of nursing home residents.
You don’t have to let the nursing home get away with abusing or neglecting your loved one. With over $200 million in compensation recovered, you can count on our compassionate Fresno nursing home abuse lawyers to get your loved one the justice and compensation they deserve.
Contact us online today or call 1(888) 887-9777 to schedule your free consultation.
- 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
- 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