Caretaker Negligence
When an individual is disabled or has reached an age where he or she can no longer care for himself or herself, he or she may consider hiring a caretaker to help him or her accomplish basic daily tasks, such as cooking, bathing, household chores, shopping and other tasks around the house. However, if these caretakers engage in negligent behavior or are abusive to their employers, their victims may be able to pursue legal action against them.
If your caretaker is found guilty of negligence, you may be able to receive financial compensation to help pay for any damages that occurred as a result of his or her behavior. To learn more about your individual rights as a victim of negligence, contact the Atlanta personal injury lawyers of Webb, Wade & Taylor, LLC at 770-631-1811.
Examples of Negligence
The following list outlines examples of caretaker negligence that you or a loved one may experience:
- Lack of supervision
- Improper or unsanitary food preparation
- Improper distribution of prescription medication
- Failure to provide medical care in the event of an emergency
- Burn injuries from excessively hot baths
This list covers certain examples, but is by no means exhaustive. If you or someone you love is being abused or neglected by an individual, it is important to seek legal help right away. Everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect, especially senior citizens. If negligent behavior is occurring, this inexcusable behavior should be punished under the law.
Contact Us
To learn more about caretaker negligence or to seek sound legal counsel regarding your case, call the Atlanta personal injury attorneys of Webb, Wade & Taylor, LLC at 770-631-1811 today.
