In New York, nursing home residents are protected under Public Health Law § 2801-d, which ensures their right to adequate care and treatment. This law guarantees that residents receive proper healthcare, are treated with dignity and respect, and are free from abuse and neglect. It also protects their personal autonomy,…
New York’s Public Health Law § 2801-d allows patients of residential health care facilities, like nursing homes, to pursue legal action if they are deprived of rights or benefits outlined in contracts or state regulations. The law provides a means for patients to seek compensation when facilities fail to meet…
Turner v. N. Manhattan Nursing Home, Inc., 2018 N.Y. Slip Op. 30406 (N.Y. Sup. Ct. 2018) involves the unfortunate circumstances surrounding the injury and subsequent death of Sarah Louise Drayton, a long-term resident of a New York nursing home. The legal action arose from alleged negligence by the nursing home…
When it comes to pursuing claims against negligent nursing homes for abuse or negligence, claims must be filed within the limitations periods. In New York, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims is generally three years from the date of the injury. This means that a lawsuit for personal…
In New York, nursing home residents are entitled to certain rights and protections under state and federal law. These legal protections ensure that residents receive adequate care and are treated with dignity. When a nursing home fails to meet these standards, the consequences can be severe, leading to injuries or…