Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect Lawyers

We handle serious injury and wrongful death cases involving nursing home neglect and abuse. This includes bedsores, sepsis and other serious infections, fall injuries, malnutrition, dehydration, medication errors, elopement, and cases where neglect contributed to a resident’s death. We focus on cases involving serious harm — not minor complaints.

Nothing upfront. The Higgins Firm handles nursing home neglect cases on a contingency fee basis — we only get paid if we recover compensation for you. Your initial consultation is free with no obligation.

Statutes of limitations vary by state. In Tennessee, the deadline is generally one year from the date of injury or death. In other states we serve, deadlines range from one to two years. These are strict deadlines — missing them eliminates your right to recover. Contact us as soon as possible if you are considering a claim.

Yes. If nursing home neglect contributed to a resident’s death, surviving family members may file a wrongful death lawsuit. Recoverable damages can include medical expenses, pain and suffering, and the loss of the resident’s life. State-specific damage caps may apply — an experienced attorney can help you understand what recovery looks like in your state.

Strong cases typically involve serious physical injuries or death, a clear connection between the facility’s failure and the resident’s harm, documented medical records showing the progression of injury, and evidence of systemic neglect rather than an isolated incident. We review every case honestly and will tell you directly whether we think you have a viable claim worth pursuing.

Yes. We handle serious nursing home neglect and abuse cases in Tennessee, Kentucky, Illinois, and Georgia.

Nursing home neglect settlements vary significantly depending on the severity of harm, the facility’s conduct, and the state where the case is filed. The Higgins Firm has recovered over $100 million for nursing home families nationwide. Contact us for a free case review to discuss what your case may be worth.

Document everything — photograph any visible injuries, write down dates and what staff told you, and request copies of medical records. Contact a nursing home neglect attorney before speaking further with the facility. The Higgins Firm offers free consultations with no obligation nationwide.

Yes. Families can file a wrongful death claim on behalf of a deceased nursing home resident. Eligible family members may recover damages for pain and suffering, medical expenses, funeral costs, and loss of companionship. Statutes of limitations apply — contact us as soon as possible.