Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect Attorney

Protecting seniors in Milwaukee, West Allis, and nearby communities

Erdmann Law Offices, S.C. helps families pursue accountability when a nursing home’s neglect or abuse harms a loved one.

When trust is broken, we step in

Protecting Our Elders in Care Facilities

Families place profound trust in nursing homes, assisted living centers, and memory care facilities. When that trust is violated, the consequences can include bedsores, falls, infections, and emotional trauma. As a nursing home abuse lawyer in Milwaukee, Robert Erdmann investigates what happened and moves quickly to protect your loved one. Our firm serves West Allis, Wauwatosa, Brookfield, Waukesha, and the wider Milwaukee area, meeting families at homes or hospitals when needed. Erdmann Law Offices is committed to stopping neglect and helping residents recover with dignity.

Common signs and case types we pursue

What Constitutes Neglect or Abuse

These patterns often signal a facility has failed to meet basic standards of care.

Bedsores and pressure injuries:

Preventable sores indicate immobility without routine turning and hygiene. We gather records, wound care notes, and photographs to show the decline.

Falls and fractures:

Supervision and fall-prevention plans should reduce risks for high-fall residents. Unwitnessed falls or repeated incidents often point to understaffing or poor monitoring.

Medication errors:

Missed doses, overdoses, and wrong medications cause avoidable harm. Pharmacy logs and MARs help establish patterns of error.

Dehydration and malnutrition:

Unexplained weight loss or lab markers of dehydration show neglect in basic care. Diet orders and intake charts often tell the story.

Unsanitary conditions and infections:

Poor hygiene can lead to UTIs, sepsis, or C. diff. We review infection control practices and prior citations.

Physical or emotional abuse:

Bruises, fear of certain staff, or sudden withdrawal may signal intentional mistreatment. We interview witnesses and request staffing and incident records.

How we investigate and prove negligence

Legal Responsibility Of Care Facilities

Wisconsin law requires facilities to provide reasonable care and protect residents from harm. We secure medical records, care plans, turning schedules, call light data, and staff notes to identify gaps in care. Inspection reports and prior deficiencies can support a negligence claim, especially where chronic understaffing is documented. For injuries from animals or hazards on facility grounds, we also apply premises liability principles and pursue responsible parties. If a resident’s injuries led to death, we guide families on pursuing bold wrongful death claims in addition to the facility’s negligence.

What families ask when something feels wrong

Questions About Nursing Home Neglect in Wisconsin

  • What are signs my loved one might be neglected?

    Bedsores, unexplained bruises, repeated falls, dehydration, and sudden weight loss are red flags. Frequent infections, poor hygiene, or fear of particular caregivers also raise concern. Document what you see with photos and notes and bring issues to management in writing. We can evaluate records and patterns to determine whether neglect occurred.

  • How do I report suspected abuse or neglect?

    Report concerns to facility leadership right away and file a complaint with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services. Keep copies of everything you submit and record the dates. Reporting helps protect your loved one and may preserve evidence. After reporting, contact our firm so we can evaluate liability, damages, and next steps for civil accountability.

  • Can the facility evict my loved one if I raise concerns or file a claim?

    Retaliation is illegal. Facilities must follow strict discharge rules and cannot punish residents for exercising their rights. If a transfer is truly necessary, the facility must ensure appropriate placement. If we see signs of retaliation, we can act quickly to protect the resident’s rights while the case proceeds.

  • What if my parent has dementia and cannot explain what happened?

    We rely on objective evidence and patterns rather than solely on a resident’s recollection. Medical records, wounds, behavioral changes, and witness accounts can reveal neglect or abuse. Experts help connect symptoms to lapses in care. Even without direct testimony, a strong case can be built with thorough documentation.

  • Is there a time limit to sue for nursing home neglect in Wisconsin?

    Most personal injury claims must be filed within three years, and wrongful death generally follows similar timelines. Evidence in these cases can disappear quickly due to staff turnover and routine record destruction. Acting promptly gives us the best chance to preserve surveillance, logs, and witness statements.