Nursing Home Neglect

Pursuing justice for victims of nursing home abuse
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Nursing Home Neglect Attorney In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Philadelphia Nursing Home Neglect Claims

When our elderly family members are no longer able to care for themselves, we rely on trained professionals to help. Nursing homes and assisted living facilities are supposed to be safe places, in which family members receive compassionate, attentive medical care. Unfortunately, elderly individuals are often neglected and abused in nursing homes. A recent study found violations at 94 percent of nursing homes nationally, as these nursing homes continue to put profit over people. Troy R. Crichton, Esq., a Philadelphia nursing home negligence attorney continues to hold responsible parties accountable for the harm inflicted on vulnerable loved ones.


Recognizing the signs of nursing home abuse and negligence

Generally speaking, certain signs and symptoms may be indicative of nursing home negligence or abuse:

  • Trips, Falls, and Broken Bones
  • Bedsores
  • Poor Hygiene
  • Incorrect medication administration
  • Unexplained death or suspicious behaviors
  • Extreme weight loss or weight gain
  • Depression
  • Fear of strange behavior around caregivers and nursing staff

Our firm has knowledgeable Philadelphia nursing home negligence attorneys who are best positioned to assess whether your family member is a victim of negligence or abuse. If you have reason to suspect that a family member has been a victim of abuse or neglect at the hands of a care provider, enlist my help immediately. In these cases, you need an aggressive, formidable attorney who can take the perpetrators of nursing home abuse and neglect head-on. Having earned a reputation as the toughest, hardest-working attorney in Philadelphia, attorney Crichton and his legal team do not rest until they have achieved complete justice for you and your loved ones.

Call Crichton Injury Law at 267-412-2142 to schedule a consultation with Troy Crichton today.

Holding responsible parties accountable for nursing home negligence and abuse

The penalties for nursing home abuse span criminal and civil laws. Individuals found guilty of nursing home abuse can face misdemeanor or felony criminal penalties, including fines and jail time. Nursing home negligence claims give rise to a civil lawsuit, through which victims and their families seek monetary recovery from responsible individuals and institutions. As Philadelphia’s only nursing home negligence and abuse attorney who is active in both civil and criminal court, attorney Crichton has an unparalleled understanding of these legal disputes. Our law firm has helped countless families across Pennsylvania and New Jersey seek compensation on behalf of elderly family members.

Philadelphia Nursing Home Neglect Lawyer

If you suspect nursing home abuse, it is crucial that you take immediate action and remove your loved one from the facility as soon as possible to ensure their safety and well-being. After securing their safety, make sure to request their medical and treatment records without delay, as this information may be vital for any future legal actions. Once you have taken these steps, reach out to Troy R. Crichton, Esq. right away for experienced guidance on how to proceed.


Holding the responsible parties accountable not only supports your loved one in their time of need, but it can also help prevent similar circumstances from happening to others in the future. Don't hesitate to call us at 267-412-2142 or contact us online. We are committed to our clients and work around-the-clock, available to you at any hour of the day or night, ensuring you have the support you need when it matters most.

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Troy Crichton will meet with you, at no cost, for a full consultation and evaluation of your case. If you hire Crichton Injury Law, you will pay no fee unless, and until you receive money in a settlement or judgment.
Call us today at
267-412-2142.

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