When our loved ones reach a point where they require care in a nursing home, we trust that the staff there will provide the compassion, dignity, and respect they deserve in their most fragile state. Sadly, this trust was violated in the case of a 73-year-old patient in Illinois who suffered unnecessary and unjust harm during her nursing home stay. The names of the parties have been omitted due to the terms of the $325,000 settlement agreement.
This patient’s story is one of courage, advocacy, and accountability—a testament to the importance of standing up for the vulnerable when they cannot fight for themselves.
The Tragic Events
The patient was battling end-stage renal disease and a systemic infection. She entered the nursing home in an already weakened and vulnerable condition.
She required assistance for even the most basic movements, including rolling in bed and getting changed. The nursing home staff were tasked with ensuring her safety and comfort. A duty they failed to uphold in a devastating way.
One night, two certified nursing assistants (CNAs) entered the patient’s room while she was sleeping and began forcibly and aggressively changing her clothes. Despite her repeated pleas for them to stop, her cries went unheard. Their actions were so rough that they fractured the patient’s pelvis. An injury no person, let alone a senior citizen in her final weeks of life, should ever endure.
Fighting Denial and Deflection
After the patient’s passing, the team of personal injury attorneys at Pullano & Siporin filed a lawsuit on behalf of her family to hold the nursing home accountable for their negligence. Predictably, the nursing home denied responsibility. They claimed that the incident did not happen as the patient described and even went so far as to argue that her pelvic fracture had occurred before she arrived at the nursing home.
However, their excuses crumbled under scrutiny. Our experienced personal injury lawyers presented irrefutable medical evidence, including X-rays and CT scans, that proved the patient did not have a pelvic fracture upon entering the nursing home.
In contrast, scans taken immediately after she was transferred to the hospital showed a fresh fracture. Our medical consultant further confirmed that the type and location of her injury could only have resulted from excessive force, not a spontaneous or pre-existing condition.
Securing Justice
The nursing home believed this case held little value, citing liability questions and the short time the patient lived after the incident. However, our team knew this case was about far more than monetary value. It was about restoring dignity and ensuring accountability.
No one deserves to spend their final days in pain, robbed of the opportunity to share meaningful moments with their family. The negligence at the nursing home stripped the patient’s family of these precious final weeks, causing profound emotional distress.
Through determined advocacy and a relentless pursuit of the truth, we secured a $325,000 resolution for the family. This outcome sent a clear message. Every individual, no matter their age or condition, deserves to live and die with dignity.
A Family’s Gratitude
After the case was resolved, the patient’s daughter shared her heartfelt experience working with our firm in a glowing testimonial:
“Although I worked directly with Mathew Siporin, I felt the care of the entire firm. My case involved the loss of my mother due to negligence from a rehabilitation center. It took time to get to a resolution but there was always constant contact. There was always good, sound, honest communication with consideration of the circumstances me and my family endured. To know that you have been cared for in situations when you seek justice is invaluable, and that has been my experience with Pullano & Siporin.”
These words are a profound reminder of why we do what we do. Representing families in Chicago and Illinois who endure unimaginable loss is a privilege we do not take lightly.
Advocating for Accountability
This case highlights the critical role of civil justice in holding negligent institutions accountable. Nursing homes are entrusted with the care of society’s most vulnerable members, and when they fail, they must face the consequences of their actions.
By pursuing justice for this patient, we aim not only to provide closure for her family but also to send a message to the industry. Neglect and abuse will not be tolerated. Every nursing home must uphold the highest standards of care, ensuring that families can trust their loved ones are in good hands.
Pullano & Siporin, Standing by Families in Their Time of Need
At Pullano & Siporin, we are driven by the belief that every individual deserves dignity, respect, and justice. With over 50 years of combined experience in personal injury law in Chicago and Illinois, we have built a reputation as trusted advocates for those who have been wronged.
The resilience of the patient’s family and their trust in us allowed us to bring accountability to those who failed her. We are honored to stand by families during their most challenging moments, helping them navigate their grief and secure the justice they deserve.
If you or a loved one has suffered harm due to nursing home negligence, trust our team of experienced personal injury attorneys to fight for the justice you deserve. With a personalized approach and a commitment to excellence, we will stand by your side every step of the way.
Contact us today for a free consultation, and together, we will seek the justice your family deserves.
