South Carolina Elder Abuse Law

Laws regarding elder abuse can vary from state to state. South Carolina nursing home abuse attorney Andy Arnold provides some insight into this state's elder abuse laws.

State Law

South Carolina has laws designed to protect nursing home residents. It is a crime in South Carolina to abuse or neglect any vulnerable adult. The State ombudsman office is mandated to investigate allegations of abuse and neglect that occur in nursing homes. Sometimes law enforcement becomes involved and criminally prosecutes individuals for abuse and neglect.

State common law provides remedies for residents who are harmed by neglect and abuse. A resident injured by poor medical care, lack of medical attention, poor dietary services, or other actions of an employee of a nursing home may seek a remedy for the harm in court. A resident is entitled to compensation for medical bills, pain and suffering, wrongful death and other physical injuries caused by nursing home staff. In severe cases, punitive damages may be available. However, remedies available under state law have been impacted by recent tort reform passed by the South Carolina legislature.

Our Greenville Nursing Home Abuse Attorney Understands State Elder Abuse Laws

Having victoriously argued South Carolina nursing home abuse lawsuits, attorney Andy Arnold is familiar with the state's elder abuse laws. If your loved one has suffered due to lack of care or abuse at a long-term care facility, contact our Greenville nursing home neglect attorney today. Andy Arnold offers free initial consultations for families affected by nursing home neglect.