Q: Is it possible to investigate the cause of a fall at a nursing home to determine whether the staff was negligent?
A:
Yes, that is certainly possible. I would need more information before I suggest what lengths to go to for an investigation. I will assume that you have some reason to believe that there are circumstances that may amount to either abuse or failure to take proper care. If you are the guardian of the individual, you should first ask the nursing home administration for their version of the facts regarding the fall. If you have a good relationship with an individual on staff there, I would first ask for their information of the event.
If you have further questions, you may contact me directly at hugheslawoffice1@gmail.com
Thank you, RIchard Hughes
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