Falls Are a Leading Cause of Nursing Home Injuries

Falls frequently result in hip fractures, traumatic brain injuries, spinal injuries, and premature death. Many serious falls can be prevented through proper assessment, supervision, and intervention.

Our Minnesota nursing home fall injury attorneys help families pursue accountability when preventable falls occur.

Common Causes of Falls
• Failure to assess fall risk
• Inadequate supervision
• Unsafe transfers
• Poor staffing levels
• Failure to implement safety precautions

Fall Prevention Measures
Facilities should develop individualized care plans, utilize mobility assistance devices, monitor high-risk residents, and respond appropriately to identified risks.

Understanding Liability
A fall may be evidence that a facility failed to comply with accepted standards of care.

Contact a Minnesota Nursing Home Injury Lawyer
If you suspect your loved one has been harmed in a nursing home, contact Ciresi Conlin for a confidential consultation.