Nursing Home Advocates

Nursing Home Advocates Solomon & Relihan attorneys advocate for victims of abuse and neglect throughout AZ. We care about t

02/26/2026

Nursing home abuse cases are not just about an injury. They are about whether a facility followed required standards of care. These cases often involve reviewing medical charts, staffing records, internal policies, and regulatory compliance.

Solomon & Relihan focuses on this area of law because it requires deep knowledge and careful investigation. In fact, we ONLY handle nursing home abuse cases.

If you are considering legal help, experience in nursing home cases matters.

Protecting a loved one in a nursing home often means speaking up when something does not feel right. Families are often ...
02/24/2026

Protecting a loved one in a nursing home often means speaking up when something does not feel right. Families are often the first to notice changes, injuries, or patterns of neglect. Those observations are important and can make a real difference.

Advocacy is not about causing conflict. It is about ensuring safety, dignity, and proper care for your loved one. If you have concerns, trust your instincts and document what you see. Don't hesitate to call emergency personal and an attorney if expect abuse in a nursing home.

Medication errors are more common than many families realize. Signs can include sudden confusion, extreme drowsiness, re...
02/18/2026

Medication errors are more common than many families realize. Signs can include sudden confusion, extreme drowsiness, repeated falls, or changes in personality. Sometimes residents are overmedicated. Other times, doses are missed or given incorrectly.

These issues are often linked to poor supervision or breakdowns in facility systems, not simple mistakes.

If you are seeing changes that concern you, start documenting them and ask for a medication review at the nursing home. If you suspect that your loved one was harmed by medication errors, contact the nursing home abuse experts at Solomon & Relihan. We're Arizona's best nursing home abuse law firm.

02/12/2026

Nursing home abuse and neglect cases are different from other injury cases.

They involve federal regulations, Arizona statutes, medical records, staffing data, and detailed care standards. Understanding how these systems work matters. Solomon & Relihan focuses exclusively on nursing home abuse, neglect, and wrongful death cases. That focus allows us to dig deeper into what went wrong and why.

If you suspect abuse or neglect in an Arizona facility, you can call (602) 387-3000 for a free consultation.

Residents in Arizona nursing homes have specific rights under federal and state law.These include the right to safe care...
02/10/2026

Residents in Arizona nursing homes have specific rights under federal and state law.

These include the right to safe care, proper nutrition and hydration, dignity, and freedom from abuse and neglect. Facilities are required to follow care plans and maintain basic safety standards. When those rights are violated, families have options.

If you are unsure whether a facility is meeting its obligations, Solomon & Relihan can help you understand what the law requires. We exclusively handle nursing home cases. Call (602) 387-3000 to speak with our team.

02/04/2026

Adequate staffing is one of the most important factors in preventing nursing home neglect. When facilities are short staffed, residents may wait too long for help with toileting, hydration, repositioning, or medication. Over time, those delays can lead to serious injuries.

Families often notice warning signs first. Call lights going unanswered, rushed care, or staff who seem overwhelmed can all point to deeper system problems. If something feels off, write it down. Your observations matter.

02/02/2026

Bedsores are not a normal part of aging. In many cases, they are preventable injuries caused by pressure, lack of repositioning, or poor skin care.

Early signs can include redness that does not fade, warmth, tenderness, or skin that feels firm or spongy. These warning signs often appear before an open wound develops. If you notice these changes in an Arizona nursing home or assisted living facility, trust your instincts. Document what you see and ask questions right away.

Solomon & Relihan has decades of experience handling bedsore cases in Arizona.

Sometimes decline in a nursing home is not natural, it is malpractice. Rapid changes in condition, untreated infections,...
12/23/2025

Sometimes decline in a nursing home is not natural, it is malpractice. Rapid changes in condition, untreated infections, worsening bedsores, repeated falls, or mismanaged medications can all be red flags that medical standards were not followed.

Our new guide explains what counts as malpractice, what evidence matters, and how Arizona families can protect their loved ones when care crosses the line from mistake to negligence.

If you are asking, “Is this normal?” it is time to get answers.
https://solomonrelihan.com/medical-malpractice-in-a-nursing-home/

12/22/2025

Not every bad outcome is malpractice, but many are. Understanding whether a nursing home violated federal or Arizona law is a critical step in every case we handle. As nursing home abuse experts, we know exactly how to handle nursing home medical records, staffing levels, policies, and regulations to decide whether what happened to your loved one was abuse, neglect, or a tragic but unavoidable event.

October was Resident's Rights Month, but your loved one’s rights matter every single day. Arizona nursing home residents...
12/15/2025

October was Resident's Rights Month, but your loved one’s rights matter every single day. Arizona nursing home residents are legally entitled to dignity, safety, privacy, and the ability to speak up without retaliation.

If something feels off in a facility, you can ask hard questions and demand better care. Our blog breaks down key rights and practical ways families can stand with residents in Arizona long term care.

Need help enforcing a loved one’s rights? Call (602) 387-3000.
https://solomonrelihan.com/residents-rights-month-stand-with-us-in-arizona-long-term-care/

12/09/2025

Pressure ulcers, often called bedsores, almost never happen by accident. They are usually a sign that a nursing home failed to move a resident, check their skin, or provide basic care.

In this short video, we explain how bedsores develop, why they are so dangerous, and what it can mean when a resident develops one in a facility that was supposed to keep them safe.

Have questions about a bedsore injury in Arizona? Call (602) 387-3000.

Dry mouth, dark urine, confusion, or extreme sleepiness are not just “old age.” In a nursing home, they can be warning s...
12/01/2025

Dry mouth, dark urine, confusion, or extreme sleepiness are not just “old age.” In a nursing home, they can be warning signs of dangerous dehydration. When staff fail to assess risk, offer fluids, or respond to red flags, that is more than bad care. It may be malpractice.

Families should not have to guess if their loved one is getting enough to drink. Learn what to watch for and what to do if you are worried.

Read the full article on the Solomon & Relihan blog.
https://solomonrelihan.com/dehydration-may-be-a-sign-of-neglect-or-malpractice/

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