Chris J. Roy Wins $500,000 for Nursing Home Resident Suffering from Preventable Bedsore

Chris J. Roy Wins $500,000 for Nursing Home Resident Suffering from Preventable Bedsore

Bedsores and pressure ulcers are a pervasive issue in nursing homes, yet they are often dismissed as an inevitable part of the aging process. This dangerous misconception allows facilities to escape accountability. The reality is that these injuries are serious, painful, and almost entirely preventable with proper attention. At Roy Injury Law, we know the truth, and we work tirelessly to expose it.

Recently, Roy Injury Law handled a case involving a nursing home and rehabilitation center in Benton, Louisiana, where an elderly resident suffered needlessly because her care fell far below acceptable standards. Leading the case was Chris J. Roy Jr., a third-generation Louisiana attorney with more than 35 years of injury law experience. Driven by his commitment to helping others and his determination to defend those wronged, Chris took on this case with a clear goal: to uncover the truth and deliver justice for the resident and her family.

The Problem

The client was an elderly resident living at Colonial Oaks Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. She had returned to the facility from a hospital stay where she was undergoing rehabilitation. Upon her return, she had a minor skin breakdown. This is a common issue that, with standard care and monitoring, should have healed relatively quickly.

However, the staff at Colonial Oaks failed to provide the necessary care. Over the course of a single month, what began as a small wound deteriorated rapidly. The neglect was so severe that the wound developed into a Stage IV pressure ulcer. This is the most severe stage of a pressure injury, often involving deep tissue damage that exposes muscle or bone.

The physical toll on the resident was immense. She experienced intense pain and suffering during this period. Tragically, her pleas for help went unanswered. The nursing home staff ignored her complaints, failed to document or address the worsening condition of her skin, and neglected to provide her with any pain medication to ease her suffering. The facility did not provide the compassionate care they promised, leaving a vulnerable resident to suffer in silence.

The Solution

The resident’s family turned to Roy Injury Law to advocate for their loved one. Chris J. Roy, Jr. quickly gathered evidence and built a case that exposed the facility’s failures. Unlike some firms that might push for a quick settlement to avoid court, Roy Injury Law was prepared to take the case all the way to trial to secure justice.

The legal team focused on proving that the resident’s condition was the direct result of substandard care. During the trial, which began on December 2, 2024, the firm presented compelling evidence to the jury. They demonstrated that the nursing home staff had a duty to monitor the resident’s pain levels and treat her medical needs.

The evidence Roy Injury Law presented showed that the staff failed to change wound dressings in a timely manner, which directly contributed to the infection and worsening of the ulcer. Furthermore, the legal team proved that the staff withheld necessary pain medication, forcing the resident to endure unnecessary agony.

Result

The jury found the evidence presented by Roy Injury Law to be so compelling and irrefutable that the trial concluded in just one week. They agreed that Colonial Oaks Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center had been negligent in its care of the elderly resident. The firm’s prompt representation resulted in a significant $500,000.00 award for the client’s pain and suffering.

Don’t Let Your Elderly Loved Ones Suffer in Silence

This case sends a powerful message that the neglect of elderly residents should not be tolerated. Bedsores are not just a minor medical issue; they can cause serious pain and often signal systemic neglect within a facility. Roy Injury Law successfully demonstrated that the suffering endured by this resident was preventable and deserving of significant compensation.

We believe that every nursing home resident deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. If you suspect that your loved one is suffering from neglect, abuse, or untreated medical conditions in a care facility, reach out to Roy Injury Law to discuss your concerns. Our team is here to listen and ready to act.