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There are over 35 million people in the United States over the age of 65. Many of these 35 million people will need assisted living or nursing home care, and will receive that care in assisted living facilities and nursing care centers staffed by professional, dedicated and hardworking individuals. However, many will find themselves in less than ideal conditions, the victims of abuse and neglect. Which group will you or your loved one find yourselves?

Nursing home residents are guaranteed basic human rights under the law. They have the right to be treated with dignity and respect and the right to be free from physical, emotional, verbal and sexual abuse. Neglect and abuse are not always obvious to the casual observer and nursing home residents are reluctant to complain to family and friends for fear of retaliation on the part of their abusers or they lack the ability to articulate the abuse.

Some common signs of nursing home abuse and neglect are that the residents personal hygiene needs are not being taken care of, they have chronic infections, they are in unreasonable restraints, or heavily medicated. Unexplained sores or wounds and claims of being mistreated and being depressed and anxious are also warning signs that there may be abuse and neglect.

If you live in Jackson, Mississippi or the surrounding area, and you suspect nursing home abuse and neglect of a loved one, please contact an experienced nursing home abuse attorney at the Jackson, Mississippi office of The Cochran Firm today to schedule a confidential consultation at no cost to you to protect the legal rights of your loved one.

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