15 Apr 2026
When people think about sexual assault, they often picture younger victims. However, one of the most vulnerable and overlooked groups lives behind the doors of long-term care facilities. Every April, Sexual Assault Awareness Month brings attention to prevention and accountability. Yet, one critical question often goes unaddressed. Are nursing home [..]
24 Mar 2026
You walk into your loved one’s nursing home room and something just feels off. Maybe they seem more tired than usual. Maybe they mention feeling shaky or dizzy after meals. Maybe you notice a sore on their foot that doesn’t seem to be healing. When you ask the staff about [..]
18 Feb 2026
Families throughout Somerset County often face the difficult decision of placing an aging loved one in a professional care facility. While the expectation is that these centers provide a safe environment, many residents suffer from preventable harm. If you suspect that a family member is being mistreated, call Barry Sugarman [..]
26 Jan 2026
Eating a meal should be a simple and dignified part of a nursing home resident’s daily life. For many seniors in New Jersey facilities, however, mealtime carries a silent and significant danger. When a resident has a documented history of swallowing difficulties or cognitive decline, the facility must provide a [..]
22 Dec 2025
For many New Jersey families, the Christmas season is defined by traditions: gathering around the tree, sharing a holiday meal, and visiting parents or grandparents. When a loved one resides in a nursing home or assisted living facility, these visits become the cornerstone of their holiday spirit. However, at Sugarman [..]
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$1,400,000
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against a nursing home for the choking death of a resident
$1,000,000
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against an assisted living facility for injury and wrongful death of a resident
$930,000
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against a Middlesex County nursing home for a resident’s pressure ulcers and wrongful death
$3,000,000
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