Types of Nursing Home Abuse
Our Forest Acres legal team handles cases involving a variety of abuse and neglect types, such as:
Physical Abuse: Any use of force that causes bodily harm or discomfort, including hitting, pushing, or improper restraint.
Neglect: Failure to provide basic needs like food, water, hygiene, or medical care.
Emotional Abuse: Intimidation, humiliation, or isolation that harms a resident’s mental health.
Sexual Abuse: Any non-consensual sexual contact or activity, especially involving residents unable to give consent.
Financial Exploitation: Unauthorized use of a resident’s funds or property for personal gain.
Each of these abuses can leave lasting trauma. The Solomon Law Group is committed to holding those responsible fully accountable.
Legal Rights and Protections in South Carolina
South Carolina law requires nursing homes to meet specific care standards for every resident. Facilities that fail to uphold these duties can be held liable under both civil and criminal statutes. If a nursing home in Forest Acres has violated those legal responsibilities, you have the right to pursue compensation and demand changes that protect others.
Building a Strong Abuse Case
Your nursing home abuse case starts with a thorough investigation. Our attorneys will collect evidence such as medical records, staff logs, photographs, and witness statements. We may also work with medical experts or elder care specialists to validate claims and demonstrate the full impact of the abuse.
Liability may rest with multiple parties, including:
- Individual caregivers
- Facility administrators
- Contracted medical providers
- Corporate owners of the facility
We won’t stop until every responsible party is held accountable.
Types of Compensation You May Be Entitled To
If abuse or neglect has occurred, your family could be eligible for compensation for:
- Medical expenses related to the injury
- Costs to move your loved one to a new facility
- Pain and suffering
- Emotional distress
- Loss of dignity
- Wrongful death damages, if applicable
Every situation is unique, and we take the time to evaluate the full scope of your family’s losses.
Why Choose The Solomon Law Group?
The Solomon Law Group, LLC, brings decades of experience to every nursing home abuse case. While our physical office is in Columbia, our reach extends throughout Richland County and into Forest Acres, where we have helped local families fight for justice.
Our clients choose us because we offer:
- Compassionate, hands-on representation
- Deep knowledge of South Carolina elder abuse laws
- Experience negotiating with corporate defense teams
- Trial readiness in complex or contested cases
You can trust us to advocate fiercely for your family’s best interests every step of the way.
