Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect
Atlanta Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect Lawyer – Protecting Elderly Rights
When you place a loved one in a nursing home or assisted living facility, you trust that they’ll be cared for with dignity. But too often, that trust is broken. If your parent or family member has suffered neglect, mistreatment, or abuse in a facility near Atlanta—from Decatur to College Park to Sandy Springs—Ugwonali Law Group is here to hold the responsible parties accountable. Our
Atlanta nursing home abuse lawyer helps families stop the harm, seek justice, and pursue the compensation your loved one deserves.
Understanding the Difference Between Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
Abuse and neglect are not the same—but both are serious and actionable under Georgia law.
- Abuse is intentional harm. This can be physical (hitting, rough handling), emotional (verbal threats or humiliation), sexual, or financial (coercing residents into handing over money).
- Neglect is the failure to provide proper care. This includes ignoring medical needs, failing to reposition immobile patients (leading to bedsores), not providing enough food or water, or leaving a resident unattended, resulting in falls or wandering.
If your loved one shows signs of injury, sudden health decline, or behavioral changes, it may be more than aging—it may be mistreatment.
Warning Signs of Elder Abuse or Neglect
You know your loved one best. If something seems off, trust your instincts. Common red flags include:
- Unexplained bruises, fractures, or head injuries
- Frequent falls or emergency hospital visits
- Bedsores (pressure ulcers), particularly on the back, heels, or hips
- Sudden weight loss or signs of malnutrition or dehydration
- Poor hygiene, dirty clothing, or unchanged adult diapers
- Withdrawal, fearfulness, or changes in mood
- Staff refusing to let you visit privately
- Personal items or money missing
If any of these signs sound familiar, it’s time to ask questions—and take legal action if needed.
The Legal Rights of Nursing Home Residents in Georgia
Every nursing home resident in Georgia is entitled to safe, respectful, and appropriate care. Federal laws and Georgia’s regulations require facilities to protect residents from abuse and neglect, provide adequate staffing, and maintain basic health and hygiene standards.
When those rights are violated—whether through understaffing, neglectful care, or outright abuse—the facility can be held liable. Our role is to make sure that happens.
How Our Firm Investigates Nursing Home Negligence
These cases often require more than just a concerned family’s observations. At Ugwonali Law Group, we dig deeper by:
Reviewing medical records for evidence of untreated injuries or signs of neglect
Interviewing other residents, visitors, and staff willing to speak
Pulling state inspection reports and prior complaints
Working with geriatric medical experts to analyze care standards
Coordinating with Adult Protective Services and local law enforcement when needed
Our goal is to uncover the full picture and build a compelling case that shows exactly how and where the facility failed.
Common Facility Failures That Lead to Abuse or Neglect
Most nursing home abuse and neglect cases stem from:
- Understaffing – Not enough aides to help residents eat, bathe, or move
- Poor training – Inadequate knowledge of elder care, dementia support, or emergency response
- Negligent hiring – Staff with prior abuse complaints or criminal records
- Inadequate supervision – Residents left to wander, suffer repeated falls, or face violence from other residents
- Poor facility maintenance – Broken beds, unsanitary conditions, lack of functioning call buttons
If your loved one was harmed due to one of these issues, the facility may be legally responsible.
Compensation for Nursing Home Injury or Wrongful Death
Victims of nursing home abuse or neglect—and their families—may be eligible to recover compensation for:
- Medical expenses from injuries or illness
- Pain and suffering of the elderly victim
- Psychological trauma
- Costs of relocating to a safer facility
- Funeral and burial costs in the
event of a wrongful death
- Potential
punitive damages if the misconduct was extreme
These cases are not just about money. They’re about justice and preventing other families from going through the same trauma.
Compassionate Legal Support for Georgia Families
Discovering your loved one has been mistreated is devastating. Families often feel guilt, confusion, or fear of retaliation if the resident remains in the same facility.
At Ugwonali Law Group, we handle every
nursing home abuse case with empathy and discretion. We’ll take on the legal burden so you can focus on your loved one’s well-being. We’ll also advise you on how to report abuse, relocate the resident if needed, and ensure their continued care is protected.
Speak With an Atlanta Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer Today
If you believe your loved one is a victim of abuse or neglect at a nursing home, assisted living facility, or memory care center in the Atlanta area, don’t wait.
Contact Ugwonali Law Group today for a confidential, no-cost consultation with an experienced nursing home neglect attorney in Georgia. We’ll investigate your concerns, explain your legal options, and fight for accountability and justice.