Introduction: The Stakes of Nursing Home Oversight This guide decodes regulatory terms, details the most common violations, explains the risks of neglect, and equips families with reporting and legal resources—so you can safeguard your loved one’s health and dignity. Section 1: Defining Key Regulatory Terms What Is ‘Immediate Jeopardy’ in New York Nursing Homes? “Immediate Jeopardy” is the most serious violation in nursing home regulation. It means a facility’s action—or lack

Thanksgiving is a time for family gatherings and expressing gratitude, but for many families, it also serves as an important opportunity to check on loved ones residing in nursing homes. During these visits, it’s essential to be vigilant for signs of neglect or abuse. This blog post will help you identify red flags that may indicate your loved one isn't receiving the care they deserve. Understanding What to Look For: Signs of Neglect or Abuse When you visit your loved one, th

In April 2025, New York’s top court changed the landscape of dog bite law, making it easier for injury victims to secure compensation and holding dog owners to a higher standard of care. Why Did New York Abandon the “One Free Bite” Rule? For years, New York’s “one-bite rule” required victims to prove that the dog had a “vicious propensity” and the owner knew about the animal’s dangerous behavior. Owners were often not liable for a first bite—even if they were careless. This m

At Leitner Warywoda, every case represents more than a number — it represents a person, a family, and a fight for accountability. Our mission has always been to pursue justice for those who have suffered due to negligence and abuse, and we are deeply grateful for the trust our clients place in us. Over recent weeks, our firm has successfully resolved numerous cases across New York involving medical malpractice, nursing home neglect, construction injuries, and catastrophic aut

See which Suffolk County and Long Island nursing homes were cited for neglect or fined for putting residents at risk. Learn how to check official inspection records and report abuse in New York.

Nursing Home Inspection Results in Nassau County, NY (2025): What Families Should Know About Care Quality and Safety Introduction Families across Nassau County rely on nursing homes to care for aging parents and loved ones. But inspection results from 2024–2025 show troubling gaps in resident safety, care quality, and staffing compliance. The New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) and Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) report that several Long Island facil

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A tragic and avoidable death at Seagate Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Coney Island, Brooklyn has drawn national and international media attention. Nina Kravtsov, an 89-year-old Holocaust survivor, was fatally assaulted by her 95-year-old roommate, raising critical questions about nursing home safety, criminal liability, and the responsibilities of facility operators when residents are placed at risk. Leitner Warywoda PLLC has been retained to represent Ms. Kravtsov’s f

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On the Long Island Expressway in Suffolk County, 9-year-old Angel Salas lost his life to a senseless tragedy—a crash caused by an...