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Advocates for Vulnerable Nursing Home Residents

When a family places a loved one in a nursing home, it’s an act of trust. That trust is shattered when a facility neglects basic care or, worse, causes harm. We’ve seen it too many times—residents left alone, denied medication, or injured because no one was paying attention.



At Isaacson, Schiowitz & Korson, LLP, we fight for those who can’t fight for themselves. Our NYC nursing home abuse attorneys have handled some of the most serious elder neglect cases in New York, including high-profile lawsuits involving untreated bed sores and wrongful death. If you suspect your loved one is being mistreated, don’t wait. Call us today—we’re here to help.

Types of Nursing Home Cases We Handle

We represent victims of all forms of nursing home abuse and neglect, including:

Bed Sores (Pressure Ulcers

One of the clearest signs of neglect. We’re recognized leaders in litigating bed sore cases across New York.

Falls in Nursing Homes

Unsupervised residents can fall and suffer hip fractures, head trauma, or worse.

Physical or Emotional Abuse

Hitting, rough handling, or verbal mistreatment by staff or other residents.

Neglect, Dehydration & Malnutrition:

Missed meals, lack of hydration, poor hygiene, and untreated infections.

Medication Errors

Giving the wrong dose, skipping doses, or administering meds without proper monitoring.

These are not “accidents.” They are failures of care—and someone must be held accountable.

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Recognizing the Signs of Abuse or Neglect

You may not witness the abuse yourself, but warning signs often speak for themselves:



  • Unexplained bruises, cuts, or fractures
  • Bed sores or infections
  • Sudden weight loss or signs of dehydration
  • Dirty clothing or soiled bedding
  • Withdrawal, depression, or fear around staff
  • Repeated falls or emergency room visits
  • Delayed communication from the facility about injuries

If something doesn’t feel right, trust your instincts. Families often know when their loved one is being mistreated—and you are not overreacting by asking questions.

Nursing Home Responsibilities & Laws in New York

Nursing homes are legally required to provide a basic standard of care. Under the federal Nursing Home Reform Act and New York’s Public Health Laws, residents must receive:


  • Adequate hydration and nutrition
  • Proper hygiene and medical attention
  • Protection from abuse and neglect
  • Assistance with movement and fall prevention
  • Supervision and safe living conditions

When facilities fail in these duties, they can be held liable for the harm they cause. We regularly work with reports from the New York State Department of Health and investigate violations tied to previous complaints. In severe cases, punitive damages may be available.

Our Results in Elder Neglect Cases

We are widely recognized for our work in nursing home injury cases—especially bed sore lawsuits, where our team has obtained significant recoveries for families across NYC and Long Island.

X settlement for a family after their mother developed untreated Stage IV pressure ulcers in a Bronx nursing home.


Our experience in this area means we know what to look for, how to find it, and how to win.

Compassionate Support & What to Do Next

No one wants to imagine their loved one being mistreated. But the sooner you act, the sooner you can stop the abuse—and help protect others too.


We understand the emotional weight these cases carry. That’s why we approach each case with urgency, discretion, and care. We can help move your loved one to a safer environment and pursue compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, relocation costs, and more.



We’re here to guide you every step of the way.

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Call for a Free Consultation – You Don’t Have to Face This Alone

If you believe your loved one is being abused or neglected in a New York nursing home, contact us today. The consultation is free, confidential, and may make all the difference.



Call  212-267-6557 or  516-451-7900