Ralli launches abuse division
LAW firm Ralli, based in Manchester, has launched a nursing home abuse division.
The nursing home abuse team, which includes Richard Biggs, Geeta Tamber and Timothy Johnson, will tackle issues such as chemical coshing and malnutrition.
Managing partner Martin Coyne said it covered a highly sensitive and complex area of law.
“It’s important for people to realise abuse covers a wide variety of issues. We have dealt with cases from discrimination and poor treatment through to malnutrition and dehydration,” he said.
“It’s worrying to hear from The Alzheimer’s Society that up to 40% of patients are being prescribed high-strength sedatives, despite the risk to their health. It shows the various forms abuse can take.
“We want to let friends and relatives know they can seek help if they suspect mistreatment is occurring.”
The division follows the launch of website www.nursinghomeabuse.co.uk in 2006 for families and friends concerned about the welfare of someone in care.
