It can be heart-breaking to entrust the care of a loved one to a nursing home. And it’s even more heart-breaking when that trust is betrayed. Many nursing homes are owned by big corporations who care more about profits than people. All too often nursing home staffs are over-worked, under-paid and poorly trained. Residents can be neglected or even abused. Many nursing home residents have limited abilities to communicate. Often the weakest are the first to be mistreated, left with little or no basic human dignity. Neglect or abuse can result in terrible mental anguish and suffering, physical injuries, illness and even death.

Tennessee has laws to protect our elderly citizens who can’t protect themselves. If you suspect your loved one has been a victim of nursing home neglect or abuse, call Bill Hotz and Associates at 865.637.9000 or send us an This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Consultations are, of course, always free.