Nursing-home abuse is one of the most difficult forms of personal injury to track and fix for a variety of reasons. If an elderly person does not have close relatives that visit often, they may have a very difficult time reporting the abuse, especially because contact with the world outside of the nursing home almost always needs to pass though the abuser.

Also, elder-abuse victims often have physical or mental disabilities, such as Alzheimer’s, that prevent them from alerting anyone about the abuse. Despite these difficulties, one fact is certain: Nursing-home abuse is widespread and needs to be addressed immediately.

The Huffington Post reports that some steps have been taken to address the issue. For instance, the Elder Justice Act was a recent attempt by the federal government to step in and help prevent elder abuse. Under the law, more funding is allocated to Adult Protective Services. Another way to prevent this type of abuse is to develop educational programs that inform the public about the signs and dangers associated with elder neglect and abuse.

A Personal-Injury Lawsuit Is Also A Viable Option For Addressing Abuse That Has Already Occurred

Personal-injury laws were put in place to protect people from injuries that are caused by the negligence or carelessness of another party. Elder abuse and neglect fit under the umbrella of personal-injury law. Filing a lawsuit against abusers can send the message that this behavior is unacceptable. Also, it can directly benefit the victim, who may be entitled to compensation for their injuries.

If you or a loved one has been the victim of elder abuse, we can help you find justice. At Grimmett Law Firm, PLLC, we specialize in helping the victims of negligence stand up for their rights and find the support they need to recover from injuries. If you are in need of a personal-injury lawyer in Nashville, Call Us At 1-877-900-4878 Today!

Neglect Is One Of The Most Prevalent Forms Of Nursing-Home Abuse

The Online Sentinel recently discussed one of the most appalling forms of nursing-home abuse, which is beginning to become common throughout the country. In the past few years, dozens of elderly residents have died because nursing-home staff neglected to attempt CPR. Nursing homes that fail to administer CPR when required are liable for wrongful-death lawsuits and face steep fines from the state government.

According to a ProPublica data analysis, Tennessee has the highest amount of fines charged to nursing homes, reaching more than $5.6 million during the past three years.

At Grimmet Law Firm, PLLC, we pride ourselves on standing up for those who can’t on their own. We will aggressively pursue justice for you in the courtroom, fighting for the compensation you need to recover from your injuries. To speak with an attorney about your case, Call Us At 1-877-900-4878 Today!

A woman who had a flourishing career with the Nashville Opera Company claims that medical malpractice turned the aftermath of her pregnancy into a nightmare that ended her career and will affect her for the rest of her life. It all started in 2012 when she gave birth to her son. She was at a military hospital because her husband was a staff sergeant at the time.

CBS News reports that during Amy Herbst’s labor, her nurse noticed that the position of her baby was making the delivery very difficult. It is not uncommon for medical staff to use techniques that can shift the baby’s position or make the delivery process easier. What is uncommon is for the medical staff to perform a procedure to fix the problem without informing the patient or gaining their consent.

Although there are many different procedures that can aid in the situation, many of which are non-surgical, Herbst’s nurse took it upon herself to perform a perineum, which involves making an incision to ease the passage of the baby. The nurse did not tell Herbst what she was doing or ask for permission.

Soon After Leaving The Hospital, Herbst Began Experiencing Side Effects Of The Procedure

Herbst was surprised when she immediately began to experience excessive flatulence and incontinence. When she went to a doctor to discover what was causing her symptoms, the doctor explained that it was a complication from her perineum, which was how Herbst discovered what the nurse had done.

Her severe incontinence has made it impossible to continue singing with the Nashville Opera Company, causing her to lose income. In other words, her singing career was ended by complications of a procedure to which she did not consent.

If you have been injured through medical malpractice and, as a result, you are looking for a personal-injury lawyer in Nashville, consider giving our firm a call. We can help you obtain compensation for your injuries and for any loss of income. To schedule a free consultation with an attorney from Grimmett Law Firm, PLLC, Call Us At 1-877-900-4878 Today!

The Singer Recently Filed A Medical-Malpractice Suit Against The Federal Government

Herbst’s doctors told her that she will most likely never fully recover from her injuries, suggesting that she may have a permanent disability. She will need to undergo various surgeries to correct the problems. These surgeries are expensive and painful, which has prompted her to seek compensation through a medical-malpractice lawsuit.

At Grimmett Law Firm, PLLC, we specialize in standing up for victims of medical malpractice, and you can count on us not to be bullied by the high-powered legal teams that hospitals hire. We pride ourselves on supporting the average person against large, negligent companies. To schedule a free consultation, Call Us At 1-877-900-4878 Today!

The images that the term “medical malpractice” evokes are not particularly comforting. The cases that tend to make it into public consciousness involve accidental amputations due to chart mix ups and botched surgeries due to a surgical negligence. By their very nature, medical-malpractice lawsuits tend to be emotionally charged and saddening, but a recently finished case shows that they can be heartwarming as well.

Lilly Ciechoski’s life began with a tragedy. About 45 minutes before she was born, her heart rate dropped, indicating that she was not receiving enough oxygen. That oxygen loss resulted in severe brain damage and caused her to develop spastic quadriplegic cerebral palsy. Her condition causes her to spasms in her extremities that led doctors to tell her parents that she would likely never walk.

She also has limited function in her neck and has difficulty learning new skills. Four years later, Lilly took four shaky steps toward her mother in a court room. Those steps may have won the trial that will help her parents provide her the best possible medical care for the rest of her life.

The Medical-Malpractice Lawsuit Ended In One

Of The Largest Sums Ever Awarded

Lilly’s parents filed a lawsuit against three nurses, their doctor and the hospital where Lilly was born after they discovered that malpractice may be to blame for Lilly’s disability. The lawsuit claimed that the nurses failed to alert the doctor when they noticed a drop in Lilly’s heart rate. According to the parents, the nurses waited for 13 minutes.

After the doctor was told, the delivery was delayed for another 30 minutes. Lilly’s parents claim that Lilly’s brain damage was caused by the negligence of the hospital staff and not from normal complications related to child birth. A jury agreed, awarding them $32.8 million in damages.

If you have been seriously injured by a doctor or other medical professional who was acting carelessly, David R. Grimmett can help you recover the compensation that you deserve through a civil lawsuit. Mr. Grimmett has worked as a personal-injury attorney in Nashville for years, helping more than 1,000 clients file personal-injury claims. To schedule a consultation with Mr. Grimmett, Call Us At 1-877-900-4878 Today!

The Doctor And One Of The Nurses Were Not Found To Be Negligent, But The Other Two Nurses Were

Phoenixville Hospital, which is owned by a company based in Tennessee, is considering appealing the decision, but the jury’s decision was fairly straightforward. Lilly’s parents said that they plan to use the award to give their daughter every chance at leading a full and happy life.

Whether you’ve been injured during a surgery, through a prescription error or a failure to diagnose, you’ll need someone on your side who will stand up for your rights against the hospital and their legal team. At Grimmett Law Firm, PLLC, we specialize in taking on large companies. To learn more about our services, Call Us At 1-877-900-4878 Today!

When people think of premises liability lawsuits, they often imagine fast-food restaurants that serve scalding-hot coffee or grocery stores that leave spilled milk on the floor, so it’s no surprise that many don’t know who may be liable when they are injured in a privately owned space other than a store or restaurant.

Throughout your day, there are a variety of people and companies that are responsible for developing safe environments, and if they fail in that duty, you have the right to seek compensation for any injuries that result. To help you determine if you have a case, we have answered four of the most frequently asked questions about premises liability.

If you would like to get a lawyer’s opinion on your Nashville personal injury, we encourage you to contact our office. At Grimmett Law Firm, PLLC, we have proudly served more than 1,000 Nashville residents. To schedule a free consultation, Call Us At 1-877-900-4878 Today!

1. Can My Actions Before The Injury Affect My Premises-Liability Claim?

Yes. It is possible for a personal-injury claim to be invalidated based on your actions before the injury took place. For instance, if you were intoxicated at the time of the accident and your intoxication directly influenced the accident, you may not have a case.

2. Are Property Owners Responsible For Any Injury That Occurs On Their Property?

As the previous answer indicates, property owners are not responsible for every injury that occurs on the premises. For instance, if a hazard develops on a property, and the owner quickly and sufficiently warns you about the hazard, they are not responsible for your injury.

Likewise, if you are trespassing on their property, the owner is not likely to be held responsible for your injuries.

3. Can A Landlord Be Held Responsible For Injuries On A Property They Manage?

Nolo for All explains that landlords are held to a different set of standards than owners when it comes to providing for your safety. Once you move in, you are responsible for maintaining a safe environment, but if the landlord knew about a hazard that existed before you moved in or they negligently repaired a defect, then they may be responsible for an injury that occurs.

4. If I Was Injured In A Hotel, Is The Hotel Responsible?

There are many instances when a hotel may be held responsible for an injury. For example, if the injury was caused by a lack of adequate lighting, a known building flaw or a hazard that the hotel staff created, the hotel could be liable.

The best way to find out if you have a case is to consult an expert. David R. Grimmett currently holds positions in both the Nashville Bar Association and the Tennessee Bar Association, so you can count on him to help you with any personal-injury related questions. To discuss you injury, Call Us At 1-877-900-4878 Today!

The concept of responsibility is at the heart of most personal-injury lawsuits, especially if the defendant is a business. Businesses have a responsibility to provide a safe environment for their customers. They are required to warn customers of hazards on the property and to fix those hazards quickly.

When they fail to maintain a safe environment, serious injuries can occur, and the business is left open to a lawsuit that can help the injured party pay for their medical bills and suffering. A recent lawsuit in Tennessee has raised questions about how far a business’s responsibility to its customers extends.

Jan McCool visited a Walmart to have a prescription filled. Employees working in the pharmacy department noticed that McCool was acting inebriated and refused to give her prescription drugs. McCool became belligerent when she was denied her medication.

The employees told McCool to leave the premises. McCool complied and left the store angrily. She got into her car and began to back out of her parking space when she lost control of the vehicle and continued to reverse. She backed into another Walmart customer, Jolyn Cullum, who was loading groceries into the back of her car and pinned her between the two vehicles.

McCool Was Oblivious To Cullum’s Cries For Help And Didn’t Move Until Bystanders Intervened

Other customers rushed to help, telling McCool to pull forward. McCool drove forward, stopped her vehicle and got out. She then attempted to provide aid to Cullum by moving her, which only injured her further.

Shortly after, Cullum filed a lawsuit against both McCool and Walmart, claiming that store employees failed to provide a safe environment by allowing an obviously inebriated customer get into her car and drive. Although Walmart does have a responsibility to provide for the safety of their customers, they argued that they could not be responsible for a third party’s behavior.

Personal-injury laws are often very complex and require a great deal of research to fully understand. If you have been injured, and you believe that your injury was the result of another party’s negligence, we can help you determine if you have a case. At Grimmett Law Firm, PLLC, we are proud to serve the residents of Nashville, and we are not afraid to take a case to court to protect your rights. To schedule a consultation, Call Us At 1-877-900-4878 Today!

When A Lower Court Dismissed Cullum’s Personal-Injury Lawsuit, She Appealed The Decision

WTVC News reports that the Tennessee’s Supreme Court will allow the case to proceed, saying that Cullum had enough evidence to suggest that Walmart may have acted negligently. Although the decision does not mean that Cullum’s lawsuit will be successful, they did say that the foreseeability of a crime should be considered when determining if negligence occurred.

If the circumstances surrounding your injuries are confusing, and you are unsure whether you have a case, let us help. We specialize in difficult cases, and we will work hard to protect your rights. To speak with an attorney about your case, Call Us At 1-877-900-4878 Today!