Terracina Post Acute COVID-19 Attorney

Terracina Post Acute is a nursing home facility located in Redlands with a history of incredibly poor patient care and complaints of abuse and neglect. Unfortunately, the COVID-19 global pandemic has not improved care in the facility – it remains one of the more significant COVID hotspots in Southern California.

If you or a loved one has contracted COVID-19 after a stay or visit at Terracina Post Acute, please contact Siegel Law today to discuss your case with a Terracina Post Acute COVID-19 attorney. We help victims of negligent care in a nursing home seek the compensation and justice they deserve for any damages – and if you have contracted COVID-19 as a result, you may be eligible for significant recovery.

Terracina Post Acute Has a History of Serious Problems

Prior to the coronavirus pandemic, Terracina Post Acute was already notorious for providing incredibly poor care to residents, as well as questionable working conditions for any staff. The CMS routinely keeps a database of nursing home facilities, rating them on a five-star scale based on multiple safety factors.

Terracina Post Acute had such a poor history of care that they have no rating. Instead, they have been designated as a Special Focus Facility (SFF) by the CMS, qualifications of which include:

Roughly twice the average number of deficiencies and complaints compared to other nursing homes
Significantly more serious problems than other nursing homes, such as serious harm and injury suffered by residents
A consistent pattern of serious problems that have occurred over a prolonged period of time – usually more than three years

According to CMS evaluations, Terracina Post Acute has a considerable number of large problems, including:

21 total health citations, as of 11/2019 (the state average is approximately 13)
18 total complaints in the past 3 years that resulted in a citation
2 total complaints reported by staff that resulted in a citation

As a result, Terracina Post Acute has been issued several fines, including 2 federal fines and 1 Medicare payment denial in the past 3 years. This includes a fine of over $33,000 in 2017.

Terracina Post Acute Has a High Incidence of COVID Cases

Given this poor care, it is not surprising that Terracina Post Acute has also struggled in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. In mid-April, it was reported that the care facility only had approximately 11 cases of COVID-19 among residents.

As of July 5, Terracina Post Acute has reported 125 total confirmed cases of COVID-19, with 3 deaths. By comparison, other nursing home facilities in the neighborhood have reported significantly less cases.

Additionally, it is important to note that the 125 confirmed cases only refer to residents in the facility; it does not include any possible staff members who have been infected. Therefore, it may be likely that the actual number of those in Terracina Post Acute with COVID-19 is much higher.

The Impact of COVID-19 on Nursing Homes

The coronavirus pandemic has had a significant, life-altering impact on the nation’s nursing homes and assisted living facilities: according to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), 42% of the United States total COVID-associated deaths have been linked to nursing homes – despite nursing homes only entailing 9% of all cases in the country.

As of July 5, the CMS notes that nursing homes have documented the following sobering statistics:

133,451 total confirmed COVID-19 cases
83,476 total suspected COVID-19 cases
37,213 total COVID-19 deaths

Are Nursing Homes Liable for COVID-19 Cases?

If you or your loved one contracted COVID-19 from Terracina Post Acute, you may have legal recourse against the nursing home facility for any negligent actions that have contributed to you or your family members being infected with COVID-19.

Some signs of negligence at Terracina Post Acute may include:

Failure to follow government-recommended guidelines and regulations. The CMS has routinely released documentation stating any government-mandated protocols and practices that must be conducted in order to ensure the safety and wellbeing of residents, staff, and any possible visitors. A failure to follow these directives may constitute negligent behavior on behalf of the facility.
Understaffing. Terracina Post Acute has one of the highest resident counts in the region for nursing home facilities – and according to CMS evaluations, their residents receive a fraction of required attention from any of the staff and caretakers. Although these healthcare providers are trying their best to keep residents safe, there is a limit to the care you can provide if your care is being spread thin across too many residents.
Lack of required equipment. Many nursing homes are experiencing shortages of the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) such as gloves and masks – equipment that is vital to protecting caretakers and preventing the further spread of disease.

Although Terracina Post Acute has had a history of extremely poor patient care, a comprehensive investigation may still be required to determine if negligence contributed to a COVID-19 infection.

We Can Help You Pursue a Legal Claim for COVID-19 Infections

At Siegel Law, we are dedicated to helping the most vulnerable members of our society receive the care they deserve. If you or a loved one has contracted COVID-19 due to negligent care at Terracina Post Acute, we can help you explore a claim against the facility. We will fully investigate the facility and determine whether negligence contributed to your loved one contracting COVID-19.

Recent findings have suggested that, even if a person fully recovers from COVID-19, they may suffer long-term respiratory and circulatory damage that can significantly impact a person’s quality of life. No one deserves to suffer such pain – especially if another party’s negligence contributed to their illness. We can help you determine the full scope of your injuries so that you receive the maximum possible compensation for your damages – and hold Terracina Post Acute fully accountable for their negligent actions.

Contact a Terracina Post Acute COVID-19 Lawyer Today

If you or a loved one has contracted COVID-19 from Terracina Post Acute, please contact us today to discuss your case. We can answer any questions you may have regarding legal recourse for a COVID-19 infection and explore any options for compensation if applicable.

Schedule a free consultation with us today and see how we can help you.