Massachusetts Bedsore Lawyer

Understanding Bedsores in Massachusetts

Bedsores, also known as pressure ulcers or decubitus ulcers, are injuries to the skin and underlying tissue that develop when prolonged pressure cuts off blood supply to vulnerable areas of the body. These injuries are most common among nursing home residents, hospital patients, and individuals receiving home health care who have limited mobility.

In Massachusetts, healthcare facilities are required to follow federal and state regulations to prevent bedsores. When facilities fail to meet these standards, residents can suffer serious harm—and families may have grounds for a legal claim.

Why Bedsores Occur in Healthcare Facilities

Most bedsores are preventable with proper care. When they occur in nursing homes or hospitals, it's often due to:

• Inadequate staffing or undertrained personnel
• Failure to reposition immobile patients regularly
• Poor nutrition and hydration management
• Lack of proper pressure-relieving equipment
• Failure to conduct regular skin assessments
• Delayed or inadequate wound treatment

These failures often indicate systemic negligence that can form the basis of a legal claim against the facility.

Bedsore Legal Claims in Massachusetts

Families of bedsore victims in Massachusetts may be entitled to compensation for:

• Medical expenses for treating the bedsore and complications
• Pain and suffering experienced by the victim
• Emotional distress for both the victim and family members
• Wrongful death damages if the bedsore led to fatal complications
• Punitive damages in cases of gross negligence

Each case is unique, and the potential compensation depends on the severity of the injury, the level of negligence, and other factors specific to your situation.

How We Help Massachusetts Families

At Traction Law Group, we understand the emotional toll that discovering your loved one has been neglected can take. Our team provides compassionate, dedicated representation to families across Massachusetts who are seeking justice for preventable bedsore injuries.

We handle every aspect of your case, including:

• Investigating the circumstances that led to the bedsore
• Gathering medical records and expert testimony
• Identifying all responsible parties
• Negotiating with insurance companies
• Taking your case to trial if necessary

You pay nothing unless we win your case. Our fee is free until we secure compensation for you.