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Vicarious Liability and New York Nursing Home Cases
Some nursing home negligence lawsuits arise from a single egregious mistake, such as nursing staff leaving a patient unattended during a...
Leitner Varughese Warywoda
Dec 2, 20232 min read
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New York Attorney General Sues Nursing Home Chain for Neglect and Fraud
Nursing homes in New York City run the gamut of price ranges. On one end of the spectrum, you have the unadorned nursing homes where most...
Leitner Varughese Warywoda
Nov 24, 20232 min read
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Self-Neglect in the Elderly
Elder law attorneys receive plenty of inquiries about the neglect of elderly people by family caregivers and in nursing homes....
Leitner Varughese Warywoda
Aug 25, 20232 min read
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Critical tips and strategy for the family and caretakers of nursing home residents
ave you been affected by nursing home abuse on Long Island? Learn more about your rights and how to take legal action with Leitner Varughese
Brett Leitner
Aug 6, 20237 min read
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Is There Such a Thing as a Nursing Home Providing Too Much Care?
No one enters a nursing home with the expectation of emerging from it feeling younger and more vigorous than they have in decades. People...
Leitner Varughese Warywoda
Jul 14, 20232 min read
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Eight Most Common Nursing Home Injuries
When we entrust our loved ones with professional care in a nursing home, we hope they will be kept safe and receive the best possible...
Leitner Varughese Warywoda
Jun 23, 20233 min read
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Chemical Restraints on the Elderly a Form of Nursing Home Abuse
When family or loved ones find it hard to take care of their elderly’s needs, nursing homes are often seen as a solution to their...
Leitner Varughese Warywoda
May 26, 20233 min read
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How do nursing home owners reap millions in income when claiming no profit?
Explain the intermingling of Nursing home, ownerships and real estate in New York
Leitner Varughese Warywoda
Apr 27, 20234 min read
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Investigation of Injuries of Unknown Origin: What Nursing Homes Don't Want You to Know
Yes, a nursing home is required to report an injury of unknown origin. In most states, nursing homes are required by law to report any incid
Brett Leitner
Apr 24, 20233 min read
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Is a Nursing Home Liable for Your Loved One’s Fall?
Placing a loved one in a nursing home is one of the most difficult decisions a child or grandchild has to make, but it is essential to...
Leitner Varughese Warywoda
Apr 21, 20233 min read
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Essential Resources to Report Nursing Abuse or Neglect in New York
If you or a loved one has suffered from nursing home abuse or neglect and you want to report it to the legal team at Leitner Varughese
Leitner Varughese Warywoda
Mar 25, 20233 min read
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Can a Nursing Home Be Held Responsible if Another Resident Harms Your Loved One?
When your loved one is placed in a nursing home, you trust that they will be safe and well-cared for. Unfortunately, that’s not always...
Leitner Varughese Warywoda
Mar 17, 20233 min read
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How to Spot Signs of Abuse or Neglect in a Nursing Home
Tragically, abuse and neglect can and do occur in nursing homes in the United States and across the world. According to a 2022 report by...
Leitner Varughese Warywoda
Jan 20, 20233 min read
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Focusing on Nursing Home Negligence Around the Holidays
The holiday season is a time for families and loved ones to gather, and that usually means it is a time to see our elderly parents and...
Leitner Varughese Warywoda
Dec 23, 20222 min read
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Psychotropic Drug Use and Nursing Home Abuse: What You Should Know
Why are Antipsychotic Drugs Used in Nursing Homes?
Why are antipsychotic drugs used in nursing homes? According to U.S. News & World Repor
Leitner Varughese Warywoda
Nov 29, 20222 min read
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What You Should Know About Nursing Home Abuse and Dementia Patients
What You Should Know About Nursing Home Abuse and Dementia Patients
Leitner Varughese Warywoda
Nov 6, 20223 min read
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Filing a Claim for Nursing Home Abuse and Psychological Harm
Nursing home abuse in New York can take many different forms, and some types of elder abuse can be more difficult to identify than...
LEITNER VARUGHESE PLLC
Oct 28, 20223 min read
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Infections That Can Signal Nursing Home Negligence
Infections That Can Signal Nursing Home Negligence
When you have an elderly loved one in a nursing home in New York, you may know about th
Leitner Varughese Warywoda
Oct 16, 20222 min read
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Steps to File a Nursing Home Negligence Lawsuit in New York
The prospect of filing a nursing home negligence lawsuit in New York may be daunting, but it can be a critical process for seeking...
Leitner Varughese Warywoda
Jun 7, 20223 min read
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Causes of Bed Sores at Nursing Homes : New York Attorney Justin Varughese | Leitner Varughese PLLC
Causes of Bed Sores at Nursing Homes
Brett Leitner
Oct 16, 20193 min read
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