Bedsores, Pressure Ulcers & Related Infections in NYC Nursing Homes

Bedsores are a sign of neglect. Learn how a New York nursing home abuse lawyer can help your family pursue justice for pressure ulcers and infections across NYC & Long Island.

Bedsores Are Preventable—and a Red Flag for Neglect

Bedsores, also known as pressure ulcers or decubitus ulcers, are painful, dangerous wounds that should never happen in a properly staffed and attentive nursing home. When a resident is left in the same position for too long—whether in bed or in a wheelchair—these sores can develop quickly and worsen without treatment. At Leitner Warywoda, PLLC, we represent families throughout New York City and Long Island whose loved ones have suffered from these avoidable injuries, holding negligent facilities fully accountable under state and federal law.

How Pressure Ulcers Develop in Nursing Homes

Most bedsores form over bony areas like the hips, back, heels, or shoulders. They start as skin discoloration and can progress to deep, infected wounds that reach muscle or even bone. Residents at the highest risk include those with limited mobility, incontinence, or chronic illness. But no matter the risk level, it is the facility’s legal duty to provide frequent repositioning, clean bedding, adequate hydration, and wound monitoring. When they fail, the consequences can be devastating—and legally actionable.

From Infection to Amputation: The Medical Risks Are Severe

Untreated bedsores can cause life-threatening complications like sepsis, cellulitis, gangrene, and bone infections. In the worst cases, residents may require amputation or suffer fatal organ failure. These injuries are not just medical issues—they are evidence of inexcusable neglect. In our nursing home abuse cases, we work closely with medical experts to document the extent of the injury and the lack of proper care, ensuring facilities can’t hide behind excuses or falsified records.

Legal Help for Families Across NYC & Long Island

If your loved one has developed bedsores while living in a nursing home in Brooklyn, Queens, Manhattan, the Bronx, Staten Island, or Long Island, don’t assume it was unavoidable. These injuries almost always reflect substandard care. Our nursing home abuse attorneys are ready to investigate, demand records, and take swift legal action. Call Leitner Warywoda, PLLC today for a free consultation and let us help your family pursue justice, answers, and compensation for suffering that should never have happened.