If you or a loved one has developed pressure ulcers (bedsores) while receiving care at a nursing home in Hammond or Tangipahoa Parish, the attorneys at Bizer & DeReus are here to help. Our firm has a proven track record of successfully representing victims negligence and discrimination throughout Louisiana.
Understanding Bedsore Injuries in Long-Term Care
Bedsores (pressure ulcers) occur when residents are left in the same position for too long without proper repositioning. These preventable injuries often indicate negligent care and can lead to life-threatening complications if not properly treated.
How Nursing Home Negligence Leads to Pressure Ulcers
Nursing homes can fail their residents in multiple ways that lead to the development of pressure ulcers. A few examples include:
- Inadequate Repositioning: Staff must turn or reposition immobile residents. Failure to maintain a proper turn schedule can quickly lead to tissue damage.
- Poor Training: Staff may lack proper training in identifying early warning signs of skin breakdown or implementing preventive measures.
- Understaffing: Facilities may not maintain adequate staff-to-resident ratios, leading to missed care opportunities.
- Inadequate Nutrition: Malnutrition and dehydration significantly increase the risk of pressure ulcers.
- Improper Assessment: Failure to regularly assess skin condition and risk factors can lead to missed prevention opportunities.
- Lack of Proper Equipment: Not providing specialized mattresses, cushions, or other pressure-relieving devices when needed.
- Poor Documentation: Failing to maintain proper records of repositioning schedules and skin assessments.
Our Track Record of Success in Healthcare Litigation
Bizer & DeReus has established itself as a leading civil rights and litigation firm in Louisiana. Our experience includes:
- Securing a $50,000 judgment against University Medical Center for failing to provide proper communication access to a deaf patient
- Successfully litigating against multiple hospitals across Louisiana for discrimination or inadequate care
- Forcing major institutions to implement systemic changes ensure equality of access or remove physical barriers to access
- Successfully handling cases against healthcare providers in federal and state courts
Our firm’s experience in civil rights litigation gives us unique insight into holding healthcare providers accountable. We understand how to investigate institutional failures, work with medical experts, and present compelling evidence to juries.
Dangerous Complications Requiring Emergency Care
Advanced pressure ulcers can lead to severe medical complications:
- Systemic infections and sepsis
- Deep bone infections (osteomyelitis)
- Necrotizing fasciitis
- Systemic inflammatory response
- Permanent tissue damage
- Life-threatening complications
Hammond Area Nursing Facilities
Hammond is home to several nursing facilities that provide long-term care to residents:
- Belle Maison Nursing & Rehabilitation Center on Medical Arts Plaza
- Hammond Nursing Home on Old Covington Highway
- Heritage Healthcare – Hammond on Derek Drive
- Landmark Nursing Center Hammond on North Oaks Drive
If you or a loved one have been injured at one of these facilities, contact Bizer & DeReus today for a free consultation.
Legal Representation for Hammond Pressure Ulcer Cases
Our legal team provides comprehensive representation including:
- Thorough investigation of facility practices
- Analysis of medical records and documentation
- Consultation with medical experts
- Development of legal strategy
- Aggressive negotiation with insurance companies
- Full trial preparation when necessary
Protecting Hammond Residents’ Rights
At Bizer & DeReus, we understand the devastating impact of pressure ulcers on patients and their families. We’re committed to holding negligent facilities accountable and securing the compensation our clients deserve.
Contact us today for a free consultation to discuss your legal rights. Call 504-619-9999 or email Garret DeReus at [email protected] to schedule your free case evaluation.
Serving Hammond and Tangipahoa Parish residents with dedication and experience.