Home Health Aide Negligence In Florida
Last updated on October 9, 2025
You trust your parents’ or loved ones’ care to others when you hire a home health aide. While many aides provide good care, there are some who are negligent or abusive.
At Ford, Dean & Rotundo, P.A., in North Miami Beach, we have been fighting against elder abuse and neglect in Florida since 1976. As a family member, you are understandably upset if your loved one has been injured by negligence or abuse by a caregiver. You may be wondering if there’s anything you can do. You have options, and our caring, experienced lawyers can help. Contact us today for a free consultation.
What Is Home Health Aide Negligence?
Home health aide negligence is basically a failure by the caregiver to treat a client within the accepted standard of care. Examples include:
- Failure to call 911
- Failure to report changes in the person’s condition
- Failure to provide basic care
- Hiding injuries
In addition, aides may also deliberately inflict abuse, especially on elderly or otherwise vulnerable clients.
If a home health aide’s negligence or abuse causes harm to the person, they and their home health agency can be held responsible.
Common Signs Of Negligence And Elder Abuse
If your loved one shows signs of negligence or abuse, you should report it immediately. Some of the most frequent signs of negligence and abuse include:
- Broken bones
- Bruises
- Fall injuries
- Poor hygiene
- Bedsores
- Medication errors
- Dehydration or malnutrition
- Symptoms of a stroke
- Physical or sexual assault
- Withdrawing from others
- Changes in mental state
These are just some of the possibilities in home health aide neglect and abuse cases. Your loved one may have suffered other injuries.
If your family member died due to their injuries or neglect, we can represent you in a wrongful death suit.
Can A Florida Home Health Agency Be Liable If The Aide Is Labeled An Independent Contractor?
Yes, there are situations in which a Florida home health agency can be held liable for an independent contractor. These situations include:
Negligence in hiring or supervising the aide: The agency is responsible for hiring people who have the necessary qualifications and who have no instances of reported neglect or abuse. Failure to do so may make the agency liable.
Employee misclassification: The court may determine that an independent contractor has been misclassified. This can make the agency liable for the aide’s negligence or abuse.
Experienced Representation For Caregiver Negligence Claims
Your loved one deserved better. Let our knowledgeable attorneys help you get justice and compensation. For a free consultation, call 305-670-2000 or contact us online today.
