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Greenstein & Pittari's Advocacy Against Nursing Home Negligence

Greenstein & Pittari is stepping up its crusade to hold negligent nursing homes accountable amidst a troubling rise in bed sores, medically termed pressure ulcers, within long-term care facilities. These wounds, which can lead to severe complications and even fatalities, signify a failure in the care that patients are entitled to receive.

In a notable case presented to the Bronx Supreme Court, a 72-year-old woman developed multiple severe pressure ulcers during her stay at a skilled nursing facility. Despite the importance of proper care and monitoring, her condition worsened, leading to osteomyelitis and later, sepsis. Similarly, a 76-year-old man in Kings Supreme Court suffered from a Stage 3 sacral pressure ulcer that deteriorated and ultimately caused him to contract MRSA—resulting in his tragic death from sepsis. A third case involved a 66-year-old woman whose pressure ulcer, which developed during a hospital admission, progressed to a Stage 4 injury while under nursing home care, also leading to osteomyelitis.

As Valerie Hernandez, head of the firm’s bed sore litigation department, underscores, pressure ulcers arise from sustained pressure on bony areas, impeding blood flow and damaging skin and tissue. Without timely intervention, these injuries can escalate into severe health crises. Alarmingly, thousands of nursing home residents face bed sores annually—conditions that are largely preventable but neglected due to insufficient staffing, inadequate hygiene protocols, and lack of mobility support.

Legally, nursing homes are obliged to assess residents for bed sore risks and create care plans that encompass regular repositioning, daily skin checks, usage of pressure-relieving devices, and appropriate nutrition and hydration. Ignoring these best practices can lead to devastating outcomes for vulnerable residents, driving the need for legal recourse. Victims and their families are entitled to seek compensation for their suffering and the financial burden resulting from neglect, including medical expenses and, in some cases, wrongful death.

Bart Pittari, the managing partner at Greenstein & Pittari, emphasizes that bed sores are often indicative of larger neglect issues within nursing homes. “It’s unacceptable for anyone to endure suffering due to a facility’s lack of basic care,” he states. The firm has noted a disturbing trend in New York, where families often find bed sores before staff take action, indicating a systemic failure in adhering to standard care protocols.

The firm is adamant in urging anyone suspecting neglect to seek legal counsel promptly. The pathway to justice typically includes examining medical records, consulting with clinical experts, and potentially navigating negotiations or litigation. The compensation settlements vary based on the injury's severity, the degree of neglect, and the costs of required care and recovery.

Greenstein & Pittari boasts a strong record of securing substantial settlements in bed sore cases, offering complimentary consultations to families worried about the treatment of their loved ones in nursing care. The firm continues to advocate passionately for the rights of nursing home residents, highlighting the need for both accountability and justice in cases of neglect.

For more information, families are encouraged to reach out to Greenstein & Pittari at (800) 842-8462 or visit their website at www.nycLawFirm.com. Through relentless commitment and legal expertise, Greenstein & Pittari stands true to its mission of elder justice, ensuring that the rights and dignity of nursing home residents are fiercely protected.