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Could behavior that looks like dementia have another explanation? Silent seizures can be difficult to recognize, especially when changes in awareness or behavior are mistaken for symptoms associated with dementia. Understanding the possible connection between seizures and dementia-like behaviors may help families, caregivers, and long-term care professionals ask more informed questions about a resident's condition. In this week's episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes Russ Barker to explore when apparent "dementia behaviors" may actually be silent seizures.

Venous and vascular ulcers can be painful, difficult to treat, and potentially serious for nursing home residents. Understanding how these wounds develop and whether they are being properly treated can be critical to protecting a resident's health and safety. In this week's episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes Patrick Stonich to discuss what you may not know about venous and vascular ulcers and the importance of proper wound care.

What does it take to build a strong assisted living facility case? ALF cases can involve complicated questions about resident safety, care, neglect, and accountability. In this week's episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes Brian Poulter to discuss winning ALF cases and what attorneys and families should know when pursuing these claims.

Every nursing home resident deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. When a resident's dignity is violated, families may have questions about their legal options and how to hold a nursing home accountable. In this week's episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes James Morgan to discuss pursuing dignity cases against nursing homes and protecting residents' rights.

When does medication become a chemical restraint in a nursing home? Medications may sometimes be necessary for a resident's care, but using drugs to control or restrain a resident can raise serious safety and legal concerns. In this week's episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes Evan Jones to discuss nursing home chemical restraint cases, resident rights, and what families should know.

What does PDPM mean for nursing home residents and their legal cases? The Patient-Driven Payment Model changed how Medicare reimburses skilled nursing facilities and can have important implications for resident care. In this week's episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes Ernie Tosh to explain PDPM and what attorneys and families should know about its impact on nursing home cases.

How can deposition exhibits help strengthen a nursing home case at trial? The right exhibits can help attorneys organize evidence, highlight important facts, and present a compelling case to a jury. In this week's episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes Dustin Herman and Nicholas DiCello to discuss creating exhibits at deposition for use at trial.

How can attorneys build a strong jury from the very beginning of a nursing home case? Voir dire is a critical part of trial preparation and can influence how a jury understands the facts of a case. In this week's episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes Mike Bonamarte to discuss voir dire in nursing home cases and strategies attorneys should consider during jury selection.

What happens when nursing home abuse is captured and shared on social media? Social media can expose mistreatment that might otherwise go unseen, but it also raises serious questions about resident privacy, dignity, and safety. In this week's episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes Dr. Eilon Caspi to discuss social media abuse in America's nursing homes and what families and advocates should know.

Who really owns and controls a nursing home? Complex corporate structures often hide the people and companies responsible for resident care. Understanding these relationships is key to proving accountability. In this week's episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes guest Dave Devereaux to explain how nursing home corporate structures work and why they matter in abuse and neglect cases.

How do assisted living facilities defend themselves after a resident is harmed? Many rely on predictable legal defenses to avoid responsibility for neglect or abuse. Knowing how to challenge these arguments is essential to building a strong case. In this week's episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes guest Victoria Schall to discuss effective strategies for countering defenses in assisted living facility cases.

What makes a nursing home case connect with a jury? Strong case themes turn complex medical facts into clear, compelling stories that jurors understand. The right theme can shape the entire trial. In this week's episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes guest Joe Musso to discuss how to develop powerful themes for nursing home cases.

What do RUG scores and PDPM reveal about the care a nursing home provides? These reimbursement systems can offer valuable insight into staffing, resident needs, and facility decision-making. Understanding them can strengthen a nursing home case. In this week's episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes guest Melissa Brown to explain RUG scores, PDPM, and why they matter in nursing home litigation.

Could a choking incident in a nursing home have been prevented? Many choking emergencies happen because of missed assessments, poor supervision, or failures to follow care plans. Knowing what should have been done is critical when evaluating these cases. In this week's episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes guest Elizabeth McKinney to talk about the key medical and legal considerations in nursing home choking cases.

How do you put a value on the pain caused by a pressure injury? These wounds can lead to severe suffering, infection, hospitalization, and even death. Accurately measuring damages is critical to achieving justice for victims and their families. In this week's episode, nursing home abuse lawyer Rob Schenk welcomes guest Matthew Heimlich to discuss how damages are evaluated and presented in pressure injury cases.