A family’s expectations for their loved one living in a nursing home are straightforward: high quality, personal care. Sadly, nursing home abuse — neglect, physical abuse, sexual abuse — is a serious issue across the country. Three physical signs of nursing home patient sexual abuse are:

  • Unexplained vaginal or rectal bleeding
  • Contusions or bruising around the genital area
  • Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) or frequent urinary tract infections (UTIs)

When a nursing resident is alleged to have been sexually abused and a lawsuit follows, a key person for plaintiff attorneys to retain is a competent expert witness. Naturally, that person must be properly credentialed and have the requisite experience. But there’s more.

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