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How Much Does it Cost to Hire a Nursing Home Abuse Lawyer?

Are you concerned a loved one may be a victim of nursing home abuse or neglect? Do you think you need legal help but are worried about the cost? In this article, we answer key questions about the cost of hiring a nursing home abuse lawyer. Table of Contents How…

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Nursing Home Social Media Abuse: What Santa Fe Families Need to Know

Social media is a major part of daily life, helping people stay connected. However, when nursing home staff use it to harm or humiliate residents, it is abuse. Table of Contents Understanding Social Media Abuse in Nursing Homes What Are the Legal Consequences for Social Media Abuse? How Can I…

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Are Bedsores in Santa Fe Always a Sign of Nursing Home Neglect?

Bedsores are a common concern for the elderly, especially those living in nursing homes and long-term care facilities. Not only are they extremely painful, but without proper treatment, they can lead to severe health complications, and even death. But are bedsores always a sign of neglect? In this article PKSD,…

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Proving Liability for Nursing Home Choking Deaths in Santa Fe

Nursing homes are entrusted with providing care and protecting the safety of some of our most vulnerable populations. Unfortunately, not all nursing homes meet the standards of acceptable care. Negligence in these facilities can lead to tragic outcomes, such as choking deaths. Below, our experienced nursing home abuse lawyers in…

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75 Long-Term Care Facilities in New Mexico Failed Their Unannounced Evaluations

Last month, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham held a news conference to reveal findings from a state evaluation of 91 long-term care facilities. The inspections were done in May, and nearly 90 percent of the facilities failed some portion of the evaluation. Four facilities failed entirely, while 11 received…

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Santa Fe Assisted Living Center With Troubled History is Now 55-Plus Apartments

Santa Fe’s Pacifica Senior Living used to be an assisted living and memory care center, but in recent months it has been renovated into apartments for people who are 55 and older. If you search for 2961 Galisteo Road, you will see a listing for Sierra Blanca Apartments. You can…

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Four New Mexico Nursing Homes Fail Surprise Inspection

Last month, state workers in New Mexico paid surprise visits to 91 long-term care facilities. Only 11 of the facilities inspected were given a perfect score. Other facilities visited did not fare as well, with 88 percent of the facilities inspected failing some elements of the unplanned visit. Four of…

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Medication Errors in Santa Fe Nursing Homes: What You Should Know

Medication errors in Santa Fe nursing homes happen far too often. Unfortunately, these mistakes can result in serious or even fatal medical conditions for residents. If your loved one is in long-term care, you will definitely want to understand more about the most common types of mistakes nursing homes make….

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Negligent Security in Long-Term Care: What it Is and How It Happens

Negligent security in long-term care poses a significant threat to residents. The elderly are especially vulnerable and many residents in nursing homes may be unable to communicate when something is wrong. At PKSD, we understand negligent security and how it creates an unsafe environment in nursing homes. This is just…

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What Are the Symptoms and Risk Factors of Emotional Abuse in Santa Fe Nursing Homes?

Some may downplay emotional abuse in nursing homes because it does not directly cause physical injuries. Unfortunately, emotional abuse often affects elderly victims for far longer than physical harm. Our Santa Fe nursing home abuse lawyers discuss the signs and risk factors for emotional abuse in nursing homes. We also…

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