Williford Law | Standing Up for Seniors Harmed by Neglect, Inattention, and Substandard Care
Dignity Isn’t Optional. When Nursing Homes Fail, We Hold Them Accountable.
You placed your trust — and your loved one’s safety — in the hands of a facility that promised compassionate care. When that trust is betrayed through neglect, inattention, or dangerous understaffing, the consequences can be devastating.
At Williford Law, we represent families across Texas in cases involving nursing home negligence, including bedsores, falls, medication errors, and unsanitary conditions. We don’t just pursue compensation — we demand change.
What Is Nursing Home Negligence?
Nursing home negligence is different from outright abuse. It occurs when staff fail to meet the basic standard of care, including:
- Failing to prevent or treat bedsores or pressure ulcers
- Allowing patients to fall due to a lack of supervision or mobility support
- Withholding food, hydration, or hygiene
- Ignoring symptoms of infection, dehydration, or distress
- Improper administration of medications or missed doses
- Failing to assist with toileting, repositioning, or dressing
- Leaving patients isolated or unmonitored for long periods
- Understaffing, poorly trained caregivers, or a lack of documentation
If the facility’s actions (or inaction) caused injury, illness, or decline, it may be legally liable for negligence under Texas elder care law.
Signs of Nursing Home Negligence
| Physical Signs | Behavioral or Environmental Indicators |
| Unexplained bruises or bedsores | Staff rushing or appearing overworked |
| Repeated falls or broken bones | Poor facility hygiene or odors |
| Sudden weight loss or dehydration | Ignored call buttons or unanswered needs |
| Infections or untreated illness | Lack of staff presence during visits |
| Unwashed hair, dirty clothes | Resident seems withdrawn, fearful, or confused |
| Overmedication or drowsiness | Charting errors or lack of consistent recordkeeping |
If something feels wrong, it probably is. We help you investigate and document the evidence.
Common Injuries Caused by Nursing Home Neglect
- Sepsis or infection from untreated wounds
- Hip fractures or head trauma from preventable falls
- Malnutrition or dehydration
- Stage 3 or 4 bedsores (pressure ulcers)
- Medication overdose or withdrawal symptoms
- Emotional distress, isolation, or regression
- Wrongful death, often after an unexplained rapid decline
These injuries don’t happen overnight. They happen when staff cut corners, management ignores red flags, or facilities prioritize profits over patients.
Who Can Be Held Liable?
| Party | Example of Responsibility |
| Nursing home facility | Allowed unsafe conditions, failed to hire or train adequate staff |
| Medical directors / administrators | Ignored reports of neglect or mismanaged care planning |
| CNAs, nurses, or caregivers | Failed to perform required duties, monitor, or respond to emergencies |
| Third-party vendors | Provided negligent cleaning, food services, or medical supply support |
| Parent companies / chains | Responsible for systemic issues across multiple facilities |
We pursue every responsible party and every layer of insurance to hold facilities accountable.
What Compensation Can You Recover?
- Medical treatment and hospitalization costs
- Future care needs or relocation expenses
- Pain and suffering
- Physical impairment or disfigurement
- Emotional distress and mental anguish
- Loss of dignity or enjoyment of life
- Wrongful death damages (funeral, burial, loss of companionship)
- Punitive damages in egregious or repeated negligence cases
We also help families break leases, relocate residents, and file complaints with Texas Health and Human Services (HHS) or federal oversight bodies.
Why Choose Williford Law?
- Deep experience in elder neglect, nursing home injury, and wrongful death cases
- A compassionate approach paired with aggressive litigation when facilities stonewall
- Trial-ready strategy — we don’t fold under pressure from corporate-owned chains
- Access to geriatric care experts, wound care specialists, and forensic nurses
- No upfront cost — you don’t pay unless we recover damages
We’re here to honor your loved one’s life by ensuring those responsible face the consequences.
FAQs: Nursing Home Negligence in Texas
What’s the difference between negligence and abuse?
Negligence is failing to provide proper care. Abuse involves intentional harm. Both are actionable, and we often investigate overlapping issues.
Can I sue the nursing home if my parent died from neglect?
Yes. You can bring a wrongful death and survival action under Texas law to recover compensation for medical costs, suffering, and emotional loss.
What if my loved one has dementia and can’t speak up?
We’ll help review medical records, observe signs of neglect, and interview staff to document the truth even when the resident cannot.
How long do I have to file?
You have 2 years from the date of injury or death, but swift action helps preserve records, witness accounts, and facility video footage.
