Attorneys Representing the Victims of Sepsis and Infection in Nursing Homes
Residents in nursing homes are often exposed to serious infections that can take a toll on their health and even lead to wrongful death. Meningitis, streptococcal infections, staph infections (including MRSA) and other bacterial infections have claimed the lives of many nursing home residents, leaving their families angered and saddened.
At Jackson & McGee, LLP, in Charlotte, North Carolina, we represent these nursing home residents and their families, helping them to hold nursing homes accountable for the harm caused. There are many ways that North Carolina nursing homes negligently cause infection:
- Failing to maintain sanitary conditions in the home
- Failing to take proper care of residents, including changing adult diapers and cleaning bed sores
- Failing to diagnose infections in nursing home residents
- Failing to properly treat infections before they lead to sepsis and death
Nursing home residents may be especially susceptible to infection when they are the victims of other forms of nursing home abuse and neglect. If they are experiencing malnutrition or dehydration, they may be more easily infected.
Sepsis
Sepsis (also known as systemic inflammatory response syndrome or SIRS) is a serious medical condition that occurs when an infection is allowed to spread. In response to the infection, a person's body begins to shut down. This is often referred to as septic shock. When blood clotting reduces the flow of blood to the vital organs and limbs, this can lead to organ failure, gangrene and wrongful death.
Residents of assisted living centers may also suffer from sepsis and infection when they are inappropriately placed in a facility and need a greater level of care than is provided for them.
If someone you care about has experienced infection or sepsis in a nursing home, talking to an attorney can help you understand your options. Contact the North Carolina trial lawyers at Jackson & McGee, LLP, by calling our Charlotte office at 704-246-3295 or toll free at 866-753-6982. You may also complete our online contact form.
