Nursing Home Negligence Posts | South Carolina Personal Injury Law Blog

August 15, 2026

Improper Use of Restraints in Nursing Homes in Georgetown

When a loved one enters a nursing home, families expect their relatives to receive safe, dignified care. Unfortunately, improper use of restraints in nursing homes remains a serious problem that affects vulnerable residents across Georgetown and beyond. Restraints—whether physical devices or chemical medications—can cause severe physical injuries, emotional trauma, and lasting harm when used improperly.…

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January 28, 2026

Tips for Choosing a Safe Nursing Home

Behind the Brochure: Making the Right Call for Nursing Care Choosing a nursing home is never simple. It often follows weeks or months of difficult conversations, and the decision carries significant weight. Every family wants to believe their loved one will be cared for properly and that the facility will treat them with respect and…

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January 28, 2026

Protecting Fairness in Malpractice Claims

Our Fight Against Harmful Medical Malpractice Reform  We returned to the statehouse this October to defend South Carolina’s most vulnerable patients as the legislature gears up to attempt to modify the laws governing medical malpractice actions for the second year in a row. The proposed changes would strip away crucial protections for patients who…

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November 21, 2025

$10 Million Bed Sore Verdict Highlights the Tragic Reality of Nursing Home Neglect

South Carolina Bed Sore Verdict A recent $10 million verdict in a bed sore (pressure ulcer) case serves as a stark reminder of the devastating consequences of nursing home neglect. Bed sores, also known as decubitus ulcers, often develop when residents are left unattended for long periods without proper repositioning, wound care, or medical attention.…

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October 11, 2018

What Do You Do if a Loved One Dies in a Nursing Home?

At Evans Moore, LLC, we all too frequently receive a call from a heartbroken family member or friend regarding the death of a loved one within a nursing home or assisted living facility. If someone is denied access to medical care, which includes mental health care, and later dies, the family of the decedent often…

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