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What Is the Average Nursing Home Neglect Settlement?

Nursing home neglect can have devastating effects on your loved one. Whether it’s untreated injuries, pressure ulcers, malnutrition, or failure to supervise, these situations can seriously harm both residents and families. When families suspect neglect, one of the first questions…

Feb 5, 2026

by Dalli & Marino

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Is It Difficult to Sue a Nursing Home?

Suing a nursing home can feel overwhelming. Families often worry about navigating legal procedures, gathering medical evidence, and facing facilities that have experienced legal teams. These concerns can make the idea of filing a lawsuit seem intimidating. However, while nursing…

Feb 3, 2026

by Dalli & Marino

Emails Reveal Cuomo Altered Report to Understate COVID Nursing Home Deaths

Former Governor Andrew Cuomo has come under fire for his alleged role in manipulating a state report that downplayed the COVID-19 death toll in nursing homes.

Sep 19, 2024

by Dalli & Marino

How Unsafe Food Handling Can Affect Nursing Home Residents

Nursing homes are responsible for feeding all their residents several meals daily. However, if they don't handle the food safely, it can result in the residents of the nursing home becoming sick or even dying. While individuals of any age…

Jan 15, 2023

by Dalli & Marino

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Are Nursing Home Employees Required to Protect Their Patients From Other Residents?

Elder abuse is regrettably common in many nursing homes. It can take many forms, including physical, emotional, sexual, and financial abuse, and it can be perpetrated by staff members, caregivers, or even other residents. Elder abuse can have severe consequences…

Jan 9, 2023

by Dalli & Marino

What to Do If a Nursing Home Resident Is Abused by Another

The elderly are one of our most vulnerable populations. Unfortunately, many residents in nursing homes are the victims of abuse, either by staff or other residents. For example, a resident may be emotionally or mentally abused by another resident. Abuse…

Dec 7, 2022

by Dalli & Marino

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