My mother is in a West Palm Beach nursing home. I believe that unsafe conditions in the nursing home caused her to slip and injure her hip. How can I file a complaint about the unsafe conditions in the Florida nursing home?

A: The Florida Department of Health is responsible for the investigation of safety violations in West Palm Beach nursing homes. If you believe that there is a safety violation, you can file a complaint with the Florida Department of Health by calling 1-888-419-3456 and choosing option number 1.

You may file complaints anonymously, or you may provide your contact information if you would like to know the results of the investigation.

If you believe that the unsafe conditions in the nursing home caused your mother's injury, your mother may be able to file a Florida nursing home negligence claim. To learn more, contact West Palm Beach nursing home abuse attorney Craig Goldenfarb at 800-GOLD-LAW.