Knox County Nursing Home Information
Horror stories of nursing home abuse and neglect have occurred so frequently in recent years that Illinois has passed a law allowing families to install electronic monitoring devices in their loved one’s home. Recent statements received from the Illinois Department of Health reveal that the Illinois Department of Public Health receives approximately 19,000 calls related to nursing home abuse and neglect. Thousands of complaints are investigated every year.
A new law signed by Governor Pritzker in 2025 prohibits retaliation against Illinois nursing home residents who report abuse or neglect. The law gives residents up to two years to file a lawsuit if they experience retaliation, which can include reduced services, threats, isolation, or neglect. It also requires facilities to train staff on how to recognize and prevent retaliation. The law takes effect on January 1, 2026.
Do You Have a Nursing Home Abuse or Neglect Complaint?
When researching attorneys to handle your nursing home abuse and neglect case, you should look for a firm that has experience handling nursing home cases. You should also ask if they have experience handling cases similar to yours. Some of the most common types of nursing home lawsuits include those involving bedsores, injuries from falls, overmedication, burns, choking, and physical, sexual, or verbal abuse.
Illinois Residents
The nursing home abuse and neglect lawyers at Levin & Perconti are located in Chicago, but we help families throughout Illinois fight for justice when nursing home residents are injured as a result of abuse or negligence. Pioneer nursing home lawyers Steve Levin and John Perconti founded the firm in 1992. Since then, we have recovered over $1 billion in verdicts and settlements, and are widely regarded as the leading nursing home law firm in Illinois. With years of experience, our attorneys have developed the medical and legal skills and knowledge to handle even the most complex nursing home litigation matters.
We are proud of our record of success on behalf of victims of abuse and neglect and stand by the belief that every nursing home resident in Illinois deserves quality care. Nursing home lawsuits not only help families and individuals recover compensation for harms caused by abuse or negligence, but also help send a message to negligent owners, administrators, and employees that inadequate care will not go unpunished.
We frequently handle nursing home abuse cases in Knox County. Some of the facilities that we have filed cases against in the past include:
Galesburg, IL
- Name of Nursing Home: Allure of Knox County f.k.a Heartland of Galesburg
- Address:Â 280 E Losey Street, Galesburg, IL 61401
- Type of Ownership:* For Profit – LLC
- Owner(s) with 20 percent or greater interest:* J. Goldberg, M. Oseroff, MN1 Management Corp.
- CMS Nursing Home Compare Overall Rating:**Â 3 stars out of 5 stars
- Name of Nursing Home:Â Marigold Rehabilitation and Health Care Center
- Address:Â 275 E Carl Sandburg Dr., Galesburg, IL 61401
- Type of Ownership:*Â For Profit – Corporation
- Owner(s) with 20 percent or greater interest:*Â M. Petersen
- CMS Nursing Home Compare Overall Rating:** 1 star out of 5 stars
- This Nursing Home has been cited for abuse on the Medicare website
When Should I Take Legal Action?
Do you suspect that a loved one suffered injuries as a result of nursing home abuse or neglect? If so, we urge you to call or fill out our online contact form today to discuss your potential case. One of our attorneys will be able to evaluate your case to determine if we can help you take action.
All consultations are free, and you will never pay us fees unless we receive compensation for you. Call us toll-free at 877-374-1417 or Contact Us through our website.
* Information from the Illinois Department of Public Health’s Nursing Homes in Illinois website on August 5, 2025
** Information from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services’ Nursing Home Compare website on August 5, 2025
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Not only were they so professional but also so caring and thoughtful. It was very difficult going over the facts in our mother's case but they were so compassionate and understanding and allowed us to be with them every step of the way. We were able to sit in on the depositions and we were really able to see how hard they worked on our behalf.
During that time, my family and I suffered the loss of my mother. Mr. Levin and Mr. Perconti were more than just our lawyers. Words can’t really express our gratitude.
They were most patient and responded timely to many questions throughout the entire process. All demonstrated professionalism and extensive knowledge of case and state laws. Their in-depth investigative work uncovered details which were unknown to us and yet sadly confirmed our suspicions. We would recommend the Levin and Perconti Law firm and especially this team.
During that time, my family and I suffered the loss of my mother. Mr. Levin and Mr. Peconti were more than just our lawyers. Words can’t really express our gratitude. My family and I will always be grateful for the compassion that they showed us. I want to thank you for what you did for my family, and for always being there for us.
Margaret’s representation, guidance, and professionalism gave us the sense that we could put our trust in Levin & Perconti and the final outcome proved that to be true.
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- Malnutrition & Dehydration
- Medication Errors
- MRSA
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- Sexual Assault
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Notable Results
VERDICT
on behalf of an 85-year-old woman injured in a nursing home when her medications were mismanaged.
VERDICT
for the estate of a 67-year-old man who died from complications related to a fall
SETTLEMENT
for a 59-year-old resident who developed multiple painful and infected bedsores which took four years to heal.
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