Before You Sign Nursing Home Paperwork, Read This!
Placing a loved one in a nursing home is toughβdon't let the facility take away your legal rights before they even move in. π
If you are looking at facilities, here are three rules you must follow:
π Research first: Use sites like nhcompare.com (run by CMS) to check actual ratings on staffing, infections, and quality of care.
π Read the fine print: Carefully review every document before signing.
π Say NO to arbitration: Many families don't know this, but you are not required to sign an arbitration agreement to get admitted. Signing this means giving up your right to a jury trial if neglect occurs.
Protect your family. If your loved one has been injured due to nursing home abuse or neglect, the team at Williams Newman Williams is here to be their voice.
π Contact us today to fight for the justice they deserve.
π Call for a free consultation: (601) 949-5080
π Visit our Jackson Office: 640 N State Street, Jackson, MS 39202