Learn More About Nursing Home Abuse Litigation in Weott, California

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Weott is an unincorporated community in Humboldt County, California. It is located 17 miles (27 km) north-northwest of Garberville, at an elevation of 285 feet (87 m). Weott is located along the Avenue of the Giants. It has a population of 450. It is located along the South Fork Eel River. It is inside area code 707. The greater area of Weott encompasses, the Bull Creek, Dyerville, Southfork, Camp Grant and Burlington areas. Weott's local services are run by the Weott Community Service District and the town has full sewers with water provided from a spring across the Eel River. The area enjoys a nice climate with lots of sunshine during the summer and lots of rain and fog during the winter. The town is surrounded on most sides by huge ancient redwoods and the Humboldt Redwoods State Park. The post office at Weott opened in 1925. The ZIP Code is 95571.

Nursing Home Abuse Litigation Lawyers In Weott California

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What is nursing home abuse litigation?

Nursing Home Abuse is defined as repeated actions or the lack of appropriate action that causes harm or distress to an older person when in an institution or health care facility. It can take the form of physical, sexual, emotional and financial abuse, among others. Cases may involve residents of nursing homes and other long-term care facilities who have suffered physical and/or psychological harm due to negligent or intentional acts of their caregivers. A nursing home abuse attorney may seek to hold a care facility liable based on legal theories like negligent screening and supervision of employees, or improper facility maintenance.

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