Can I be charged for negligence if my elderly mom falls when I go to work?
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Can I be charged for negligence if my elderly mom falls when I go to work?
I am the care giver and sometimes I have to leave her alone for several hours. Someone said that I could be charged for negligence.
Asked on April 10, 2018 under Personal Injury, Florida
Answers:
SJZ, Member, New York Bar / FreeAdvice Contributing Attorney
Answered 6 years ago | Contributor
No, if you are not a professional caregiver or her legal guardian, you would not be liable for negligence if she falls. The law does not make one adult responsible for another, even a parent, absent being a legal guardian for an incompetent person or absent being a professional (home health aide, nurse, etc.). If you mother wants 24/7 care, she should hire an aide to come in when you are not there.
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