If you suspect a loved one is being abused or neglected in a Georgia nursing home, you may have grounds to file a lawsuit. Nursing home facilities have a legal duty to provide safe, respectful, and appropriate care. When they fail—and that failure causes harm—you can take legal action to hold them accountable.

 

Common signs of abuse or neglect include unexplained bruises, frequent falls, sudden changes in behavior, bedsores, poor hygiene, weight loss, or untreated medical conditions. These are all red flags that the facility may not be meeting its basic obligations.

 

You can sue a nursing home in Georgia for:

- Physical, emotional, or sexual abuse

- Medical neglect or medication errors

- Failure to prevent falls or injury

- Unsanitary or dangerous living conditions

- Wrongful death due to neglect or misconduct

 

Georgia law typically allows two years from the date of injury—or the date the injury was discovered—to file a lawsuit. This is known as the statute of limitations. But acting quickly is important. Key evidence (like medical records, staff logs, or witness testimony) can be lost or altered if you wait too long.

 

Imagine this

Your mother is admitted to a care facility in Decatur. Within months, she’s withdrawn and losing weight. You visit and notice bedsores and bruises on her arms. A nurse tells you they’re short-staffed. A lawyer investigates, uncovers negligence, and files a lawsuit against the home for failing to provide proper care.

 

These cases aren’t just about money—they’re about protecting your family and making sure it doesn’t happen to someone else. A qualified nursing home abuse lawyer in Georgia can help you understand your rights, collect evidence, and build a strong case.

 

If you're unsure whether what happened rises to the level of legal action, don't guess. Contact us today for a confidential consultation. We help families across Atlanta take action against nursing homes that violate trust—and the law.