Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers in Las Vegas, NV

Name: Nursing Home Abuse
Brand: Cogburn Davidson
Rating: 4.9 (336 reviews)

Protecting the most vulnerable, holding Las Vegas nursing homes accountable for abuse, neglect, and betrayal of trust.

Why Nursing Home Abuse Cases Matter

Placing a loved one in a nursing home is an act of trust that they will be cared for with dignity, compassion, and safety. When that trust is violated through abuse or neglect, the consequences are devastating. At Cogburn Davidson, we stand beside families whose loved ones have suffered at the hands of careless or abusive nursing facilities. We’re not just attorneys; we’re the Attorneys Who Give a Damn. With more than 40 years of combined experience and hundreds of millions recovered for clients across Nevada, our nursing home abuse lawyers in Las Vegas fight tirelessly to expose abuse, protect the vulnerable, and secure justice for families in crisis.

How Cogburn Davidson Can Help After Nursing Home Abuse in Las Vegas

Nursing homes are legally obligated to keep residents safe, clean, fed, and free from harm. When they fail, through neglect, poor staffing, or outright abuse, they must be held accountable. Our Las Vegas nursing home abuse lawyers take that responsibility seriously. We’ll handle every detail of your case so you can focus on your family’s healing. Here’s how we help:

Conduct a thorough investigation of the facility and staff involved
Gather and preserve medical records, witness statements, and video evidence
Review internal reports and findings from state and federal investigations
Work with medical and elder care experts to prove abuse and neglect
Identify all responsible parties, from individual caretakers to corporate operators
Calculate both economic and non-economic damages for maximum recovery
Negotiate aggressively with insurance companies
Take your case to trial if the nursing home refuses to accept accountability

We approach every case with compassion, determination, and the full resources of a seasoned trial firm.

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What Is Nursing Home Abuse?

Nursing home abuse occurs when staff, management, or caregivers inflict harm, intentionally or through neglect, on residents entrusted to their care. Abuse can take many forms, and each one can cause deep physical and emotional scars. The five main types of nursing home abuse include:

Physical Abuse

Intentional harm or excessive use of force, such as hitting, slapping, restraining, or pushing residents.

Emotional or Psychological Abuse

Verbal humiliation, isolation, intimidation, or manipulation that causes distress or fear.

Sexual Abuse

Any unwanted or non-consensual sexual activity involving a resident including coercion or exposure to explicit acts.

Neglect

Failure to meet basic needs like food, hydration, hygiene, medication, or medical attention. Neglect often leads to bedsores, infections, and malnutrition.

Financial Exploitation

Theft, unauthorized use of credit cards, manipulation of bank accounts, or coercing a resident into signing documents.

Bedsores Choking Dehydration Neglect Falls

Common Signs of Nursing Home Abuse or Neglect

Abuse is often hidden behind closed doors, but the warning signs can be there if you know what to look for.

Physical Indicators:

Bruises, cuts, or welts
Bedsores or pressure ulcers
Sudden weight loss or malnutrition
Unexplained fractures or sprains
Poor hygiene or dirty clothing

Emotional and Behavioral Signs:

Fear around specific staff members
Depression, anxiety, or mood swings
Sudden reluctance to speak
Unusual sleep disturbances
Withdrawal

Environmental Clues:

Unsanitary living conditions
Understaffed facilities
Untrained employees
Unsecured facilities
Lack of supervision

If you notice any of these warning signs, act immediately. Abuse often worsens without intervention.

What To Do If You Suspect Nursing Home Abuse in Las Vegas

Ensure Safety: Remove your loved one from immediate danger if possible.
Report the Abuse:
- Call the Aging and Disability Services Division (ADSD) Elder Rights Intake Unit at (702) 486-6930.
- If there’s an emergency, contact Las Vegas Police immediately.
Document Everything: Take photos, record dates, and write down your observations.
Contact Cogburn Davidson: Our attorneys can investigate, protect your loved one’s rights, and help hold the facility accountable.

We’ll take swift legal action to stop the abuse and pursue the compensation your family deserves.

How Long Do You Have to File a Nursing Home Abuse Claim in Nevada?

Nevada law gives most victims two years from the date of the abuse or its discovery to file a lawsuit. However, acting quickly is crucial. Evidence like surveillance footage, witness testimony, and medical records can disappear or be altered.

Our legal team will take immediate steps to preserve evidence and protect your claim.

Compensation for Nursing Home Abuse Victims in Nevada

Victims of nursing home abuse in Las Vegas may be entitled to economic and non-economic damages, including:

Economic Damages

Hospital and medical costs
Physical therapy and long-term care
Relocation to a safe facility

Non-Economic Damages

Pain and suffering
Emotional distress and trauma
Loss of dignity and quality of life
Disfigurement or scarring
Loss of companionship and affection

In cases of gross negligence or intentional misconduct, the court may also award punitive damages to punish the facility and deter future abuse.

Our Attorneys Lawyers Who Give a Damn

Our lawyers are leaders in Nevada's top legal organizations, non-profits and PACs, working on laws to make your communities safer.

Jamie S. Cogburn

Partner

1 of 19 certified personal injury attorneys in NV
Board Member of Nevada Justice Assn & Citizens for Justice PAC

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Hunter Davidson

Partner

Nevada Justice Association
Member – American Association for Justice

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Yolanda Carapia

Lawyer

Nevada Editorial Board & Character and Fitness Committee - Nevada State Bar
DEI & Club X Committee for Nevada Justice Association

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Kendelee Works

Lawyer

Secretary & Chair – Executive Council of the Nevada State Bar’s Young Lawyers Division
Active Member – Clark County Bar Association

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Why Families Choose Cogburn Davidson

Over 40 years of combined experience handling complex abuse and neglect cases
Hundreds of millions recovered for victims and families
Award-winning trial attorneys with a proven record in court
A reputation built on compassion, integrity, and results

At Cogburn Davidson, our nursing home abuse attorneys in Las Vegas treat every client like family. We take pride in being the Attorneys Who Give a Damn because standing up for the vulnerable isn’t just our job, it’s our purpose.

Contact Our Las Vegas Nursing Home Abuse Lawyers Today

If you or your loved one has been harmed by a negligent or abusive nursing home, don’t wait. The facility must be held accountable for the pain it caused. Contact Cogburn Davidson today for your free, confidential consultation. We’ll listen, investigate, and fight for the justice and compensation your family deserves. We’re available 24/7 — because protecting your family can’t wait.

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