In larger communities there may be government offices such as the State Office of the Attorney General that can assist in bringing nursing homes into compliance with regulations. Often these agencies can also provide some assistance in locating nursing home attorneys.

It is estimated that approximately one third of all nursing homes in the United States have had one or more allegations of nursing home abuse. This high incident of charges, some which have been both criminal and civil have resulted in lawyers that specialize in this very serious type of case.

Nursing home abuse is an egregious crime that, sadly, doesn't get reported as often as it should be. If you suspect that one of your loved ones has suffered from nursing home abuse or neglect, don't hesitate to contact a lawyer and open up a full-fledged investigation.