Kansas Nursing Home Sexual Abuse Lawyer

Sexual abuse that targets a vulnerable or defenseless elder resident at a Kansas nursing home is an unimaginable crime that unfortunately affects a large number of senior citizens. If you have reason to believe that your loved one is a victim of nursing home sexual abuse, take legal action immediately with help from the lawyers at DRZ Law. We can help you hold one or more parties accountable for this terrible act of wrongdoing. Contact us today for a free case consultation.

Why Clients Choose Us

• We are committed to helping survivors of sexual abuse, assault, violence and trauma. Your lawyer will personalize your legal services to suit your specific needs and case goals.
• Our nursing home sexual abuse attorneys in Kansas are proud to say we have obtained compensation for 100 percent of our sexual assault clients. We have collected thousands of dollars in successful settlements and verdicts.
• We operate on a contingency fee basis for all nursing home sexual abuse cases. This means a victim does not have to pay for our representation until and unless we win the case.

Signs of Nursing Home or Elder Sexual Abuse

Many victims of nursing home sexual abuse in Kansas suffer in silence, either from fear of retaliation by the abuser, fear of not being believed, or a physical or cognitive inability to say anything. Whatever the reason, it may be crucial for a loved one of the victim to detect the signs of sexual abuse and put a stop to it.

While every victim is unique, potential signs and red flags can include:

• Physical injuries, especially to the genital area 
• Frequent or unexplained trips to the hospital
• Bloody sheets or undergarments 
• Signs of elder neglect or mistreatment, such as malnourishment
• Poor personal hygiene or unkempt appearance
• A new fear of a certain staff member
• Behavioral changes, including withdrawal or emotional outbursts
• Changes to mental state, such as depression and anxiety
• Overall declines in mental health or condition

If you suspect that elder sexual abuse is occurring at a nursing home in Kansas, report it to the authorities right away. Tell the police and management at the facility. Take your loved one to a safe place and to receive medical care, if necessary. Then, take legal action with assistance from our nursing home sexual abuse attorneys in Kansas.

Financial Compensation Available

Nursing home sexual abuse is a crime in Kansas that can result in a criminal sentence that includes jail or prison time for the perpetrator. It is also a civil tort that gives a victim the right to hold one or more parties legally and financially responsible (liable) for his or her losses. While a financial recovery cannot take back the trauma sustained by a victim, it can help the survivor move forward and obtain the medical and psychological care that he or she requires.

Available compensation may include:

• Past and future medical costs
• Prescription medications
• Therapies and counseling
• Relocation costs
• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress and psychological trauma
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Wrongful death damages, if applicable
• Punitive damages

The liable party could be the individual abuser, but it may also be possible to hold the nursing home responsible for failing to protect its elderly residents. Institutions are often named in sexual abuse lawsuits for their own negligence, such as improper staff member hiring and training procedures. They can also be held vicariously liable for the criminal acts of their on-duty employees.

Contact Us for a Free Case Consultation in Kansas

If you or someone you love has suffered from any form of sexual abuse while at a nursing home in Kansas, do not hesitate to contact the Kansas sexual abuse attorneys at DRZ Law. We offer free and confidential case reviews, where we will listen to your story, believe you, and help you explore your legal options and rights. We are passionate about helping victims of elder sexual abuse obtain justice. Contact us online or call (913) 214-8606 today to schedule your case evaluation.