Bedsores are sadly a far too common occurrence in Ohio nursing homes. What makes pressure ulcers even more devastating is that they are highly preventable, often caused by poor facility practices or nursing home neglect. The Columbus nursing home abuse lawyers at Slater & Zurz are dedicated and relentless advocates […]
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Bedsores are serious and painful wounds that are common among nursing home residents and other adults with limited mobility. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that nearly 1 million Americans suffer the effects of bedsores each year. Though, sadly, these wounds are highly avoidable with only basic
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It seems like such a simple solution, one that should have been available all along. Named for the late Esther “Mitzi” Piskor, Esther’s Law allows a resident or their family members to install cameras within their Ohio nursing home living quarters. After nearly a decade of fighting for it, Esther’s
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The Responsibilities of Ohio Nursing Homes As Outlined by Federal and State Law Choosing to place your loved one in a nursing home is no easy decision. You and other family members will likely experience a wide array of emotions, ranging from guilt to distress; guilty that you can no
