• Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
(914) 220-1086

Law Offices of Thomas L. Gallivan, PLLC

Just another WordPress site

  • Home
  • About
    • Attorney Profiles
      • Daniel F. Gallivan
      • Thomas L. Gallivan
      • James C. Freeman
      • Andrew J. Gilbride
    • Testimonials
  • Practice Areas
    • Personal Injury
      • Car Accident Lawyers
      • Pedestrian Accident Lawyers
      • Slip & Fall Lawyers
      • New York Truck Accident Lawyers
      • Wrongful Death Lawyers
      • Motorcycle Accident Lawyers
      • Uber Accident Lawyers
    • Nursing Home Abuse
      • Bedsores and Pressure Ulcers
      • Bruises and Cuts
      • Elopement
      • Falls & Broken Bones
      • Medication Errors
      • Group Home Abuse
      • Infections
      • Malnutrition
      • Physical Abuse
    • Medical Malpractice
      • Birth Injury
      • Emergency Room Negligence
      • Failure to Diagnose
        • Stroke and Heart Attack
        • Lymphoma
        • Leukemia
        • Cancer
        • Breast Cancer
        • Colon Cancer
        • Prostate Cancer
        • Kidney Cancer
      • Hemiparesis
      • Gastric Bypass Malpractice
      • Medication Errors
      • Meningitis
      • Neurological Injuries
      • Statute of Limitations
    • Criminal Defense
  • Blog
  • Resources
    • Videos
    • Notable Cases
  • Contact Us
  • Home
  • About
    • Attorney Profiles
      • Daniel F. Gallivan
      • Thomas L. Gallivan
      • James C. Freeman
      • Andrew J. Gilbride
    • Testimonials
  • Practice Areas
    • Personal Injury
      • Car Accident Lawyers
      • Pedestrian Accident Lawyers
      • Slip & Fall Lawyers
      • New York Truck Accident Lawyers
      • Wrongful Death Lawyers
      • Motorcycle Accident Lawyers
      • Uber Accident Lawyers
    • Nursing Home Abuse
      • Bedsores and Pressure Ulcers
      • Bruises and Cuts
      • Elopement
      • Falls & Broken Bones
      • Medication Errors
      • Group Home Abuse
      • Infections
      • Malnutrition
      • Physical Abuse
    • Medical Malpractice
      • Birth Injury
      • Emergency Room Negligence
      • Failure to Diagnose
        • Stroke and Heart Attack
        • Lymphoma
        • Leukemia
        • Cancer
        • Breast Cancer
        • Colon Cancer
        • Prostate Cancer
        • Kidney Cancer
      • Hemiparesis
      • Gastric Bypass Malpractice
      • Medication Errors
      • Meningitis
      • Neurological Injuries
      • Statute of Limitations
    • Criminal Defense
  • Blog
  • Resources
    • Videos
    • Notable Cases
  • Contact Us
Call
Contact
Blog
Home  /  Nursing Home Violations  /  A.G. Schneiderman Prosecutes Nurse’s Aid for Violent N.Y. Nursing Home Abuse

A.G. Schneiderman Prosecutes Nurse’s Aid for Violent N.Y. Nursing Home Abuse

by Law Offices of Thomas L. Gallivan, PLLC 09 Jun2015

After a long investigation conducted by the Office of Attorney General’s Medicaid Fraud Control Unit and the Division of Criminal Justice, A.G. Schneiderman announced charges against a former nursing home employee who allegedly beat a N.Y. nursing home resident.

Renee Geloso was a Certified Nurse’s Aide at Valley Health Services, located in Herkimer, New York. While caring for a resident, Geloso became frustrated and violently hit the resident. Jordan Gonzalez, another nursing home employee, witnessed the incident and failed to report the nursing home abuse. An anonymous individual reported the incident to the New York State Office of the Attorney General, which organized a task force to investigate.

Geloso was arrested for Endangering the Welfare of an Incompetent or Physically Disabled Person in the First Degree and Willful Violation of the Public Health Law. Geloso faces up to three years in prison or five years on probation for the first charge and up to one year in prison or three years on probation for the second charge.

Gonzalez was arrested for lying to officials to protect Geloso and for failing to report the resident abuse as required by state laws designed to protect vulnerable nursing home residents. Gonzalez was charged with Falsifying Business Records in the First Degree and Willful Violation of the Public Health Law. Gonzalez faces up to three years in prison or five years on probation for the first charge and up to one year in prison or three years on probation for the second charge.

According to A.G. Schneiderman, “Caregivers are entrusted with an important responsibility to keep our loved ones healthy and safe. Those who violate this trust by deliberately harming a nursing home resident must be held accountable.”

Both were arraigned in Illion Village Court. In addition to the criminal prosecution for nursing home abuse, the resident victim of the abuse will also have legal recourse for his or her injuries. The victim can file a civil lawsuit for personal injuries sustained in the beating.

When you have a loved one who lives at a nursing home or residential care facility, you can’t be with them all of the time. While you undoubtedly worked hard to find a facility you trust to take care of your family member, you do not have control over what happens when you are not there, and you often don’t know what happens when you are away. Many nursing home residents do not report abuse either because they are too scared to report or because they are unable to report due to being disabled or incapacitated.

Some common tell-tale signs of nursing home abuse include:

• Changes in mood or behavior: Your loved one is irritable and lashes out or acts strangely.
• Withdrawn and quiet: Your once-bubbly and talkative family member is now silent and withdrawn.
• Exhibits fear or paranoia: Your loved one acts scared, especially when a certain nursing home employee is around.
• Physical signs of abuse: Your loved one has bruises, scratches, cuts or burns that cannot be easily explained.
• Change in financial situation: If you have access to their bank accounts, you notice that funds have gone missing all of a sudden.
• A nursing home employee is hovering: When you visit, a certain nursing home employee is always around and within earshot, interfering with your visit to perhaps prevent your loved one from complaining of abuse.

If another individual witnesses nursing home abuse, they are mandated by the law to report it, even if they don’t want to get involved.

If you suspect a loved one has been abused at a nursing home, you need a skilled personal injury attorney to investigate your claims and seek full compensation for your loved one’s damages. The nursing home and employee should and can be held responsible. Call the dedicated and compassionate nursing home lawyers at the Law Offices of Thomas L. Gallivan, PLLC today to discuss your potential case.

Press Release: A.G. Schneiderman Announces Charges Against Herkimer County Certified Nurse’s Aid Accused of Striking a Nursing Home Resident, New York State Office of the Attorney General.

Posted in: Nursing Home Violations, Nursing Home Abuse, Physical Abuse

Primary Sidebar

Get In Touch

Practice Areas

Personal Injury

  • Wrongful Death
  • Motor Vehicle Accidents
  • Trucking Accidents
  • Pedestrian Accidents
  • Construction Accidents
  • Scaffolding Accidents
  • Slip, Trip & Falls (Premises Liability)
  • Negligent Supervision at a School or Day Care
  • Sidewalk Falls
  • Elevator Accidents
  • Train and Subway Accidents

Nursing Home Neglect & Abuse

  • Bedsores (Pressure Ulcers)
  • Falls & Fractures
  • Malnutrition and Dehydration
  • Physical and Sexual Abuse
  • Wandering & Elopement
  • Unexplained Bruises and Cuts
  • Infection
  • Choking Incidents
  • Medication Errors
  • Group Homes
  • Assisted Living Facilities

Criminal/DWI Defense

  • DWI (Driving While Intoxicated)
  • Criminal Defense
  • Traffic Violations
  • DMV Refusal Hearings
  • Sex Crimes
  • Shoplifting & Larceny
  • Assault & Vehicular Assault
  • Drug Possession
  • Drug Sales
  • Weapons Charges
  • Domestic Violence
  • How is a DWI Defined in New York?
  • Is the Driver’s License Confiscated Immediately Upon a DWI Arrest?

Medical Malpractice

  • Failure to Diagnose Cancer
  • Birth Injuries (Gynecological, Obstetrical)
  • Medication Errors
  • Surgical Errors
  • Gastric Bypass Surgery Errors
  • Emergency Room Errors
  • Failure to Diagnose Heart Attack or Stroke
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Erbs Palsy Birth Injury

Trusts + Estates

  • Wills & Trusts
  • Divorce, Child Support, Custody Issues
  • Elder Law
  • Estate Planning
  • Guardianships
  • Medicaid-Planning
  • Power of Attorney / Health Care Proxy
  • Probate and Estate Administration
  • Surrogate Court Litigation
  • Real Estate
  • Business Formation
  • Wills
  • Will Contests

View All Practice Areas

View All Blogs

CLIENT TESTIMONIALS

" Last year I was injured in an accident, and for the first time, needed the advice of an attorney regarding how to proceed. I was referred to Thomas Gallivan through a family member who is a lawyer in Massachusetts. I am beyond pleased with how Thomas handled my case. He was knowledgeable, professional, and although the case was not as straightforward as some, he used every resource to ensure a positive outcome. Thomas communicated with me regularly and I felt completely informed and confident in his ability. He expertly negotiated a fair settlement that I was very happy with. The entire experience was extremely positive, during a stressful time for me. Thank you Thomas. "

Melanie

" Attorney Thomas Gallivan is a wonderful attorney!! I particularly liked his professionalism, consistency, always kept us updated on the case, and available upon request. He worked extremely hard and was persistent on getting the best settlement in a timely matter. I truly appreciated his prompt responsiveness to emails and phone calls. The office staff was very pleasant and made sure to get messages to him asap. Glad we chose this law firm, would highly recommend and in the event that we ever need an attorney again, Gallivan & Gallivan would be my primary choice. "

Katherine R.

" I was a passenger on a motorcycle and ended up falling off the back of the bike due to the driver acting like an idiot. I fell off at a high rate of speed and was very banged up. Fractured wrist and road rash down my back and elbows. I am lucky I didnt die. Not knowing what to do I contacted Thomas and he could not have been anymore helpful!! He went out of his way to meet with me. He actually came to my house for the initial consultation. I know nothing about law or what my options even were. He took me through everything step by step. "

Colin W.

View All Testimonials

245 Main St Suite 450 White Plains, NY 10601

Phone:
(914) 220-1086

Fax:
(516) 394-4229

555 5th Ave 14th Floor
New York, NY 10017

Toll Free:
(855) 228-7369

(By Appointment Only)

1370 RXR Plaza
Uniondale, NY 11556

Phone:
(914) 594-6820

Fax:
(516) 394-4229

12 1st St
Riverhead, NY 11901

Phone:
(914) 825-5855

Fax:
(516) 394-4229

Footer

  • Personal Injury
  • Nursing Home Abuse
  • Medical Malpractice
  • Car Accidents

ATTORNEY ADVERTISING

Copyright © 2022, Law Offices of Thomas L. Gallivan, PLLC | Sitemap