North Georgia Nursing Home Negligence Attorney
Your North Georgia Nursing Home Negligence Legal Experts
Every year, thousands of elderly people in nursing homes and assisted living facilities suffer neglect at the hands of their caretakers. The most common type of nursing home negligence is physical abuse, sometimes referred to as elder abuse. Hitting, biting, punching, shoving, pushing, burning, cutting, battery, sexual assault, and molestation are all forms of physical abuse. But nursing home negligence is not just physical. It can also refer to psychological abuse, financial abuse, and neglect. It’s not unusual for victims of neglect to suffer from bedsores, malnutrition, dehydration, infections, and more.
Think you have a nursing home negligence case in North Georgia?
If you suspect your loved one is being neglected or mistreated in a nursing home, don’t wait for confirmation, take action. Victims of elder abuse often suffer in silence. They might be scared, ashamed, or unable to clearly communicate what’s happening. That silence can mask serious harm.
Speaking with an attorney right away means you’re putting someone in place who knows how to investigate these cases. An experienced nursing home negligence lawyer can gather medical records, interview staff and witnesses, and identify gaps in care that point to abuse or neglect.
Leibel Law has handled these cases across North Georgia. The firm understands the urgency, the emotional weight, and the need to act quickly. Time matters. The sooner an investigation begins, the better the chances of protecting your loved one and holding the facility accountable.
If you’ve noticed warning signs or just feel something is wrong, don’t dismiss it. Get a legal team involved. You deserve answers, and your loved one deserves safety and dignity.
How can you help me?
We have vast experience in this area of law and have been able to recover many successful settlements for our clients. One was a case in which we won extensive damages for the family of an elderly gentleman who died in an assisted living facility because of negligence. Schedule a consultation, and we will discuss your options with you. If you have a case, we’ll prepare a strong claim on your behalf. Then, in court, we’ll zealously advocate on behalf of your loved one and negotiate until we have recovered a settlement we feel is both fair and just.
Signs of Nursing Home Negligence
Recognizing the warning signs of nursing home negligence can be the difference between early intervention and irreversible harm. While some signs are clear and immediate, like bruises or broken bones, others are more subtle. Families often overlook behavioral or emotional changes, writing them off as symptoms of aging. But patterns matter, and even small red flags deserve attention.
Sometimes it’s not one single sign, but a mix of subtle changes that suggest something is wrong. Families should trust their instincts. If your gut tells you something isn’t right, it probably isn’t. The earlier you act, the sooner you can stop ongoing harm and protect your loved one’s dignity and well-being.
The law offers a path forward, but you have to take the first step.
Unexplained Injuries
Bruises, cuts, fractures, or burns with vague or inconsistent explanations
Frequent Falls
Especially if staff cannot clearly explain how or why they occurred.
Bedsores
Also called pressure ulcers, which signal that a resident is being left immobile for too long without care.
Reluctance to Be Left Alone With Staff
Especially when a once social or trusting resident becomes avoidant.
Weight Loss or Signs of Malnutrition
Loose skin, sunken eyes, or dramatic appetite changes.
Dehydration
Dry mouth, confusion, or sudden fatigue can indicate staff isn’t providing enough water.
Withdrawal or Depression
Sudden quietness, fearfulness, or refusal to speak may point to emotional abuse.
Missing Personal Items or Unusual Financial Activity
Charges the resident can’t explain, missing jewelry or cash.
Why Nursing Home Abuse Often Goes Unnoticed
Nursing home abuse isn’t always obvious. Victims may stay silent out of fear, shame, or cognitive decline. Families often hesitate to speak up, worried they’ll be wrong or make things worse. Staff sometimes deflect concerns by calling warning signs “a normal part of aging,” even when they aren’t.
In some cases, injuries are explained away, or the resident’s confusion is used as an excuse to dismiss complaints. A rotating staff makes it harder to notice patterns or build trust. This creates an environment where abuse can continue unchecked.
Only 1 in 24 cases of elder abuse is reported, according to the National Council on Aging. (source) That silence often comes at the cost of real suffering.
Trust your instincts. If something feels off, ask questions. Get documentation. And if answers don’t add up, speak with an attorney who understands how to uncover what’s being hidden.
Our Approach to Nursing Home Negligence Cases
Leibel Law takes on the most serious nursing home negligence cases- catastrophic injuries and wrongful death caused by clear failures in care.
These cases demand fast action and trial-level preparation. Nursing homes and insurers rarely admit fault. That’s why every case is built as if it will go to court. This puts pressure on the defense and positions clients for stronger outcomes.
Our courtroom record sends a message: if a facility caused harm, someone will be held accountable.
Leibel Law is committed to building the strongest possible case from day one—because the stakes are too high for anything less.
Additional Resources
National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA)
Trusted federal resource offering research, statistics, and guidance on recognizing and preventing elder abuse.
https://ncea.acl.gov/
U.S. Department of Justice – Elder Justice Initiative
Outlines the federal response to elder abuse and provides resources for victims and families.
https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) – Nursing Home Compare
Provides quality ratings and inspection reports for nursing homes across the U.S.
https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/
National Institute on Aging – Elder Abuse Information
Offers an overview of the types of abuse older adults face and how families can respond.
https://www.nia.nih.gov/health/elder-abuse
What do I do now?
If you feel someone you love is being abused, neglected, or mistreated, don’t wait until it’s too late. Take prompt legal action today. Schedule your free consultation!
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