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Your loved one’s care should have come first. We help families demand accountability for nursing home infections.
Chronic infections don't just happen in nursing homes—they're often the result of neglect, poor hygiene, or delayed medical intervention.
If your loved one is battling a preventable infection, or if they passed away from one while in a facility's care, you may be asking:
At Pierce Skrabanek, our nursing home infection lawyers work with families to uncover answers. We investigate whether a facility's actions (or inaction) caused serious illness or death through negligent care. Preventable infections in nursing homes are never "just part of aging."
Call (832) 690‑7000 or contact us online to speak with a nursing home infections lawyer experienced in elder care neglect and wrongful infection cases. There's no cost for the consultation.
“I found Mr. Skrabanek to be very trustworthy, creditable, and genuinely concerned about my well-being while I was going through this very difficult process. He showed constant concern for me being completely satisfied before making any final decisions.”
— Beverly C. | Client
Infections can become deadly quickly in elderly or immunocompromised individuals. Nursing homes are legally required to take extra steps to prevent this, starting with basic hygiene, proper wound care, and early detection.
Unfortunately, we routinely find that infections are linked to facilities that failed in their duty of care. Nursing home infections may result from:
When infections are allowed to spread or go untreated, they can compromise the bloodstream, lungs, brain, or urinary tract, leading to permanent injury or death.
Not all infection cases point to wrongdoing. However, ongoing or severe infections that arise from poor hygiene or delayed treatment may be a cause for legal action.
Our nursing home infections law firm investigates facilities for patterns of care failures that allow the following infections to spread:
UTIs are extremely common in neglected nursing home settings, often caused by infrequent diaper changes or improper catheter use. Left untreated, they can escalate to sepsis and kidney failure, particularly in female patients or those with dementia who cannot express discomfort.
Bedsores form when an immobile resident isn't repositioned regularly. Once those open wounds develop, they're highly prone to infection. Stage 3 or 4 pressure ulcers are often entirely preventable and indicate a breakdown in care standards.
Sepsis is a life-threatening bloodstream infection that often develops from untreated UTIs, pneumonia, or wounds. If a facility fails to recognize warning signs such as confusion, fever, low oxygen, or chills, it may be liable for delayed diagnosis and care.
These bacterial skin infections can turn serious without immediate antibiotics. In communal settings like nursing homes, antibiotic-resistant bacteria (like MRSA) can spread quickly, especially if linens, handwashing, or wound protocols aren't strictly followed.
Nursing homes were ground zero during much of the COVID-19 pandemic, with countless wrongful deaths tied to poor containment, lack of PPE, and undertrained staff. Our firm also handles infections like pneumonia, influenza, and RSV when connected to poor infection control protocols.
Your loved one may not be able to express what hurts or how they're feeling clearly. Family members are often the first to notice when something seems off.
Watch for symptoms like:
Often, when a family is notified of "a complication," it's already too late. That's why quick recognition and early intervention are critical, and why we examine whether protocols were followed correctly.
You don't have to accept the explanation that it was "just an infection." If your family member suffered harm or passed away due to a preventable illness in a long-term care facility, you may be entitled to significant compensation.
Call (832) 690‑7000 or message us online to discuss whether neglect or errors contributed to a nursing home infection.
To determine whether negligence caused your loved one's illness or death, a nursing home infections lawyer will:
We closely examine whether the infection itself was preventable, and if not, whether the response was adequate.
"Our clients deserve to know the full story, not just what's in the nursing home's version of the chart."
— Michael Pierce | Founding Attorney
A wrongful death lawsuit may be appropriate if your loved one passed away from:
You may be able to recover compensation for end-of-life medical expenses, funeral costs, and the emotional and financial impact on your family.
Whether your loved one recovered with long-term health challenges or passed away due to complications, a nursing home infections attorney can help your family rebuild and hold institutions accountable.
You may be eligible to receive compensation for:
Every case is different. Our legal team works with your family to assess what the failures cost and what justice demands. Studies show that families represented by an experienced nursing home infection lawyer recover nearly three times more than those who try to pursue claims on their own.
For more than 30 years, Pierce Skrabanek has fought for families harmed by negligence in medical, surgical, and long-term care settings. We've recovered over $500 million in verdicts and settlements for clients nationwide.
Our nursing home infections law firm brings:
If your loved one contracted a severe infection while in a nursing home, we are here to listen, investigate, and advocate. Contact a nursing home infections attorney at Pierce Skrabanek today for a free case review at (832) 690‑7000 or online.
Time limits depend on your state's laws. In many cases, the statute of limitations is 1–3 years from the date of the injury or death. Don't wait—early action allows for a stronger case.
We understand that concern. Legal action focuses on the institution, not individual caregivers, and will not interfere with care. We can also assist with finding a safer facility if needed.
Pre-existing conditions do not excuse nursing home neglect. Infections may still have been entirely preventable, especially when facilities fail to monitor, clean, or treat healthcare needs as required by law.
Yes. Every case review is confidential and completely free. There's no obligation, just answers to help you decide how to move forward.
We know how tough things can get after an injury. That’s why we make your struggles our fight. With over three decades of combined experience, we’ve been the reliable allies our clients need, tackling financial hardships, physical pain, and major life changes. Our track record of successful verdicts and settlements speaks to our team’s passion and dedication to helping clients get the support and justice they need.
