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Your Trusted Nursing Home Abuse & Personal Injury Lawyers in New Mexico
Harvey & Foote Law Firm has been a trusted advocate for victims of nursing home abuse, personal injury, and wrongful death in New Mexico since 2005. Our attorneys bring decades of combined experience to every case, leveraging a deep understanding of state and federal regulations to hold negligent parties accountable. We specialize in complex litigation involving elder abuse, hospital negligence, and catastrophic injuries, with a proven track record of securing multimillion-dollar settlements and verdicts.Operating on a contingency basis, we prioritize client needs, offering personalized representation and aggressive advocacy to ensure justice and maximum compensation. Our teams unique insight into the nursing home industry, gained from both sides of the legal spectrum, allows us to navigate cases with unmatched expertise and empathy.
Services
Nursing Home Abuse
Personal Injury
Wrongful Death
Hospital Negligence
Car Accidents
Elder Abuse
Medical Malpractice
Wrongful Death Lawsuits
Catastrophic Injuries
Legal Consultation
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years of experience in nursing home abuse litigation.
- Our team has secured $5M+ settlements for victims of medical negligence.
- We operate on a contingency basisno payment unless we win.
- Our attorneys have insider knowledge of nursing home defense strategies.
- We provide 24/7 personalized support for families in crisis.
What people say
Best team on my side
Compassionate team
Huge difference
Dedicated professionals
Handled case diligently
Services
Nursing Home Abuse
Our firm specializes in representing families affected by nursing home abuse and neglect. We hold facilities accountable for violations of residents' rights, including physical abuse, financial exploitation, and medical neglect. With a focus on dignity and justice, we secure compensation for medical costs, emotional trauma, and systemic improvements.
Hospital Negligence
We pursue claims against hospitals and healthcare providers for preventable errors, including surgical mistakes, medication errors, and failure to diagnose. Our team works with medical experts to prove breaches in care standards and recover damages for ongoing treatment and lost quality of life.
Wrongful Death
We help families seek justice when loved ones die due to negligence or intentional harm. Our attorneys handle cases involving nursing home neglect, car accidents, and medical errors, recovering compensation for funeral costs, lost income, and emotional suffering while holding perpetrators accountable.
Car Accidents
Our firm represents victims of catastrophic car accident injuries, including brain trauma and paralysis. We investigate collisions, negotiate with insurers, and litigate to cover medical bills, rehabilitation costs, and long-term disability needs caused by others' recklessness.
Elder Abuse
We advocate for seniors facing abuse in residential facilities or private care settings. Our legal strategies address physical harm, emotional trauma, and financial exploitation, ensuring victims receive justice and systemic changes to prevent future harm.
People
Dusti Harvey
Partner
Dusti Harvey founded the firm after six years directing litigation for a national nursing home chain. Her unique insider perspective helps families navigate abuse claims, combining legal expertise with compassionate advocacy to secure justice since 2005.
Jennifer Foote
Partner
Jennifer Foote co-founded the firm with a focus on wrongful death cases. Her background in complex litigation ensures thorough case preparation, whether negotiating settlements or presenting arguments in court for families affected by negligence.
Caela Baker
Partner
Caela Baker specializes in hospital negligence cases, leveraging her understanding of medical protocols to identify breaches in care. Her strategic approach balances aggressive courtroom readiness with empathetic client communication.
Questions
What does an elder abuse attorney do?
An elder abuse attorney investigates claims of mistreatment in care facilities, gathers evidence, and files lawsuits to hold negligent parties accountable while securing compensation for victims and families.
How can I prove nursing home abuse in court?
Proving abuse requires medical records, witness statements, and expert testimony demonstrating breach of care standards. Our attorneys specialize in collecting this evidence to establish negligence.
What damages can I recover in a wrongful death case?
Families may recover compensation for funeral costs, lost income, medical expenses, and emotional suffering caused by preventable deaths due to negligence.
Do you handle cases outside Albuquerque?
Yes, we represent clients across New Mexico, traveling to meet clients in their communities while pursuing justice for abuse and negligence statewide.
How are attorney fees structured?
We work on contingency—no payment unless we win your case. This ensures access to justice regardless of financial circumstances.
