Choking in the Elderly

Choking in the Elderly is a frighteningly common cause of death in nursing homes.

Choking in the Elderly

Choking in the Elderly is a frighteningly common cause of death in nursing homes. However, even less serious incidences can create catastrophic consequences, including permanent brain damage. Many elderly  suffer from conditions that cause difficulty chewing or swallowing food. It is the duty of nursing homes and care providers that know of these difficulties to provide additional measures to ensure the health and safety of their residents.

Common Types Of Nursing Home Conduct That Results In Choking and Other Injuries and/or Death Include:

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Tragic accidents can happen such as retired Boeing engineer Harvey Cohoon. The vast majority of nursing home choking accidents are preventable and result from some aspect of negligence, mismanaged care or elderly neglect. In these instances, Moran Law is available to assist you with your case.

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If a loved one has suffered injury or death due to choking in a nursing home, discuss your case as soon as possible with a professional attorney. Moran Law is a 2014 Litigator Awards™ Winner in Nursing Home Abuse, with an experienced and compassionate team of lawyers ready to help you.
Contact us immediately to receive the wrongful death legal expertise you need to hold accountable the parties responsible and help recover maximum compensation.
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