Protecting the Rights and Dignity of New York’s Seniors
Families in Queens place their trust in nursing homes, assisted living centers, and caregivers to protect vulnerable loved ones. When that trust is broken, the consequences can be life-changing. A Queens elder abuse attorney at Menkes Law Firm can help you hold facilities accountable and protect the rights of your family member.
With more than three decades of experience representing injured New Yorkers, our firm is dedicated to standing up for seniors who cannot fight for themselves.
What Elder Abuse Looks Like in Queens
Elder abuse can involve neglect, physical harm, emotional mistreatment, or financial exploitation. In a borough as large and diverse as Queens, with nursing homes in Flushing, Jamaica, Forest Hills, and Astoria, these problems can occur in facilities of every size.
Some common signs of abuse or neglect include:
- Unexplained injuries such as bruises or fractures;
- Rapid weight loss, dehydration, or malnutrition;
- Untreated infections or pressure sores;
- Frequent medication errors or overmedication;
- Verbal intimidation or humiliation; and
- Missing property or suspicious financial activity.
If you notice these red flags, contacting an elder abuse attorney is an important first step.
What to Do If You Suspect Elder Abuse in Queens
Discovering possible abuse or neglect is overwhelming, but there are steps you can take right away to protect your loved one. First, make sure they are safe. If you believe they are in immediate danger, call 911 or move them to a hospital such as NewYork-Presbyterian Queens (Flushing) or Mount Sinai Queens (Astoria) for urgent care.
Second, begin documenting what you see. Take photographs of any injuries or unsafe conditions, save medical records, and keep a written log of dates and conversations with staff. This documentation may become vital evidence later.
Third, report your concerns to the New York State Department of Health or the Long Term Care Ombudsman Program. These agencies can investigate facilities, but they may not secure compensation or force systemic change. That is where legal action can make a difference.
Finally, reach out to an elder law attorney in Queens, NY. At Menkes Law Firm, we can quickly step in to protect your loved one’s rights, guide you through guardianship or power of attorney (POA) issues if needed, and build a strong case for justice. Taking action early helps prevent further harm and promotes concrete accountability.
Why Families Turn to Legal Action
Reporting concerns to the New York State Department of Health or Adult Protective Services can help, but those agencies may not provide compensation for your loved one’s injuries or a sense of justice for what they’ve suffered. A lawsuit may be the only way to recover damages and force the nursing home to change unsafe practices.
Working with an elder law attorney in Queens, NY helps ensure your case is handled properly. Facilities often deny responsibility or attempt to conceal evidence, and experienced legal representation is essential to uncovering the truth.
How a Queens Elder Abuse Attorney Can Help
When you contact our office, we take immediate steps to investigate and protect your rights.
This includes:
- Collecting evidence. We obtain medical records, photographs, and witness accounts.
- Identifying responsibility. Liability may rest with individual staff members, administrators, or corporate owners.
- Advising on guardianship or POA. If your loved one cannot act on their own, we guide you through the legal authority needed to file a claim.
- Pursuing fair compensation. Damages may include medical bills, pain and suffering, and, in some cases, punitive damages.
Our approach is personal. At Menkes Law Firm, we purposely limit our caseload so each client receives direct attention and care.
Local Nursing Homes and Facilities in Queens
Queens is home to many nursing homes and long-term care facilities. While some provide excellent service, others struggle with chronic understaffing, inadequate training, or management that prioritizes profits over residents.
Hospitals like NewYork-Presbyterian Queens, Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, and Mount Sinai Queens often see patients transferred from facilities where neglect first occurred. If your loved one was admitted to a hospital after living in a Queens nursing home, it may be a sign that negligence played a role.
By choosing a Queens elder abuse attorney familiar with both local communities and state law, you gain an advocate who knows how to handle these complex cases.
Why Choose Menkes Law Firm
Families across New York choose us because:
- We have more than 30 years of experience in elder abuse and personal injury law;
- We keep our caseload small to provide personalized, hands-on representation;
- We treat clients like family, offering compassion and accessibility at every step; and
- We have secured multi-million-dollar results, including one of New York’s top ten verdicts in 2017.
Our record demonstrates that you don’t need a large firm to achieve justice; you need the right firm.
Contact a Queens Elder Abuse Attorney Today
If you suspect abuse or neglect in a Queens facility, do not wait to get help. Early action allows us to preserve evidence, protect your loved one, and begin building your case.
Contact Menkes Law Firm today to speak with an experienced Queens elder abuse attorney.
We will listen to your concerns, explain your options, and fight for accountability on behalf of your family. At our firm, our attorney personally manages every case, helping provide you with the hands-on care and relentless advocacy that larger firms often cannot offer.