In the Florida legislative session, two Republican bills would significantly limit lawsuits against nursing homes in cases of neglect or wrongful death.
Adult offspring and other family members could be prohibited from suing a nursing home or assisted-living facility for the wrongful death of a loved one under a proposed bill by Rep. Randy Maggard (R-Dade City).
The Centers for Medicaid & Medicare Services gives facilities an overall star rating along with details on health care, staffing and quality at its Care Compare website.