$42.5M
Assisted Living Elder Abuse
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Case Details
Largest known verdict against an assisted living facility in the United States. Awarded against Eskaton for malicious, oppressive, and fraudulent conduct in the care of Barbara Lovenstein, 77. Death resulted from health complications caused by Ativan misuse (chemical restraint) and dangerous understaffing in memory care unit.
Additional Notes
Jury verdict for Barbara Lovenstein's family. Facility engaged in abusive chemical restraint practices and was dangerously understaffed. Punitive damages of $35 million.