Choking

A Very Real Threat,
A Very Preventable Kind of Harm

Arizona and Missouri Group Home Injury Attorneys

Choking is a very real and present danger in many of this country's group homes. At the same time, it is an easily preventable type of group home accident.

In fact, providers only need to do three things to reduce the chances of choking accidents: Make sure they have enough staff on duty to properly supervise residents; make sure that staff members are trained to avoid risks; and make sure that their staff members know what to do in a choking situation.

At Knapp & Roberts, we file claims to hold group homes in Arizona and Missouri accountable for choking accidents and injuries of all types. If someone you love has suffered a choking injury because of a group home staff member's lack of supervision — talk to our lawyers about what happened and see what we can do to help.

We care about giving voice to those with special needs … and we can help.
Let us tell your story. Contact us online, call us locally at (480) 991-7677 or use our toll free number: (800) 541-4477.

The Importance of the Individual Support Plan

The individual support plan (ISP) is the road map for proper resident care, and for many people that includes specific requirements for supervision. When resident to staff ratios are too high and supervision becomes lax — choking accidents and other dangers can lead directly to serious harm.

Our attorneys have full knowledge of the laws that apply to group home care and understand that a failure to follow an ISP constitutes negligence. Working closely with you and your family, they will listen to your story, take the time to understand how you've been affected and present a strong case for holding the group home responsible to a judge or jury.

Contact us to schedule a free initial consultation.