Nursing Home Falls: When Neglect and Poor Supervision Lead to Wrongful Death in Florida
Falls are one of the leading causes of death among elderly nursing home residents. While aging increases fall risk, fatal falls in nursing homes are often preventable. When facilities fail to properly supervise residents, assess fall risks, or implement safety measures, the consequences can be devastating. Head trauma, internal bleeding, broken hips, and complications from immobility frequently lead to wrongful death. When a nursing home resident dies after a preventable fall, Florida law may allow surviving family members to pursue a wrongful death claim based on medical malpractice or elder neglect. At Bounds Law Group, we represent families whose loved...