Philadelphia Bed Sore Attorney
Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect
Personal Injury Lawyer Serving all of PA
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Philadelphia Bed Sore Attorney | When to Hire
Philadelphia Bed Sore Attorney Brian P. Murphy has successfully represented many elderly residents who have suffered from bedsores. Mr. Murphy handles cases in Philadelphia, as well as the Philly suburbs, such as Bucks, Montgomery, Chester, and Delaware Counties. If your loved one has developed a bed sore, there is a limited time in which you can file a lawsuit. Don’t wait. Call Philadelphia Bed Sore Attorney Brian P. Murphy for a free consultation.
If you have a loved one in a Philadelphia long-term care center or nursing home facility, please realize that he or she may be vulnerable to bed sore development. Bed sores (a.k.a, pressure sores or decubitis ulcers) are a valid and serious concern in many Philadelphia skilled nursing facilities, and those in the surrounding Philly suburbs. If not properly and immediately addressed, these pressure wounds can quickly turn into very dangerous health issues, often resulting in death.
Defining Bed Sores
A Philadelphia bed sore attorney, such as Brian P. Murphy, can shed light on understanding these pressure ulcers. Bed sores are wounds caused by excessive pressure on one or more particular body parts. They develop because of unrelieved, nonstop pressure on the skin. If you see symptoms that align with the descriptions below, you should contact a Philadelphia bed sore attorney, such as Brian P. Murphy, immediately.
Four Stages of Bed Sore Development
- Stage I – reddening of the skin
- Stage II – an abrasion develops
- By Stage III – a more serious wound with depth develops
- A Stage IV – an ulcer is formed, which is a severe wound, often infected and with depth. It extends to underlying bone.
The most vulnerable parts of the body are where the layer of muscle tissue between skin and bone is the thin. This is where pressure sores often develop.
Body Parts Most Vulnerable to Bed Sores
- Elbows
- Buttocks
- Lower back
- Ischium (sit bone)
- Sacrum
- Hips
- Heels
- Shoulder blades
For more information about pressure ulcers, please refer to the NIH: National Library of Medicine.
Causes of Bed Sores
Bed sores develop when the body’s skin is exposed to continuous pressure; this is why they are commonly referred to as pressure ulcers. Frequently, long-term care and nursing home residents are left in one position, sitting or lying, for long periods of time. When this happens, the skin deteriorates because it has been exposed to too much pressure. This prolonged skin pressure is usually the result of nursing home neglect.
Bed Sores Are Often Preventable
Bed sores can be a common occurrence at some Philadelphia nursing home facilities. The good news is that, with proper care and treatment, bed sores are almost entirely avoidable. When Philadelphia nursing homes provide proper care to a resident’s skin, including regular assessments and monitoring, the majority of bed sore / pressure ulcers can be prevented.
“I wanted to thank you for all your help and expertise in handling the wrongful death/survival action of my sister at the nursing home. Although I don’t believe anyone can put a value on the life of a loved one, I am satisfied you have obtained a very fair settlement with this nursing home. Your prompt return of phone calls and willingness to come out to my home for every meeting and every need signature was really appreciated. I hope to never need your services again but would certainly recommend you to anyone in need of assistance in dealing with a nursing home’s neglect, abuse, accidentally injury, or death of a resident. Thanks again.”
Bob B.
Philadelphia Bed Sore Attorney
Nursing Home Negligence
Under federal and state law, residents admitted to a Philadelphia nursing home are required to have their skin assessed for potential breakdown. If the assessment results in classifying the resident as a “high risk” for developing a pressure-based wound, the nursing staff is required to pay close attention and make sure the individual has his or her pressure off-loaded. If this is not done, nursing home neglect has occurred, and the long-term care center or nursing home can be held legally responsible.
If your loved one is at risk or has already developed a bed sore, please contact Philadelphia Bed Sore Attorney Brian P. Murphy, and get your questions answered.
Review Mr. Murphy’s testimonials page to see what his former clients have to say.
Philadelphia Long-Term Care Facilities and Hospitals
Philadlephia Bed Sore Attorney, Brian P. Murphy, investigates claims of abuse and neglect in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania nursing homes (long-term care centers), hospitals, and assisted living facilities, as well as the surrounding Philly suburbs, such as Bucks County, Montgomery County, Chester, and Delaware counties. If you suspect you or your loved one has suffered abuse or neglect at a Philadelphia facility, contact Attorney Murphy for a free consultation.
Brian P. Murphy, Philadelphia Bed Sore Attorney
Since 2006, Attorney Brian P. Murphy has devoted his legal career exclusively to fighting for the rights of elderly and vulnerable nursing home residents. Mr. Murphy has litigated many cases of nursing home abuse and/or neglect. Attorney Murphy knows precisely where to look and with whom to speak to make sure your loved one gets the care he or she deserves.
Serving the states of New Jersey and Pennsylvania, Brian P. Murphy is an experienced and well-regarded Philadelphia nursing home abuse attorney. He has successfully represented many elderly nursing home residents subjected to abuse and neglect. If you see signs of nursing home abuse or neglect, please take immediate action today. Contact Nursing Home Abuse Attorney Brian P. Murphy to discuss your potential legal matter.
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