Nursing Home Patient Bill of Rights
The North Carolina General Assembly has enacted a special statute to protect residents of nursing homes. Any resident whose rights are violated may bring a lawsuit to enforce the rights outlined in the statute. Additionally, if a violation of these rights results in injury or death to the resident, depending on the circumstances, the resident or his or her family may be able to bring a lawsuit seeking damages against the nursing home. The North Carolina Nursing Home Patients’ Bill of Rights protects, among other things, the following rights of residents:
- To receive care that is appropriate, adequate, and in compliance with the law
- To be treated with consideration and respect
- To receive a bill itemizing charges for treatment received
- Privacy
- To be free of abuse and of physical or chemical restraints
- To receive a reasonable response from the nursing home to all requests
- To associate and communicate privately with friends of their own choosing
- To be free from work in the facility, and,
- To retain their personal possessions
Nursing Home Neglect Claims in Greensboro, N.C.
Do you have questions regarding nursing home neglect or abuse? Would you like to discuss pursuing a nursing home neglect claim?
The experienced nursing home neglect lawyers at Ward Black Law in Greensboro, N.C., have years of experience representing clients and victims of nursing home negligence. Our legal team is available to answer your questions and conduct a free case review. Call Ward Black Law today at 336-333-2244, or toll-free at 336-502-6208. You may also reach Ward Black Law by email or online inquiry.
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