Facts

The deceased, Elizabeth Gibson, died of acute renal failure on June 22, 2006, while a resident of Cottage Park Place LP, dba Gramercy Court. Her treatment was investigated by the Department of Public Health, which cited Gramercy Court and alleged that its neglect was the proximate cause of Gibson's death. Gibson's children sued Gramercy Court alleging it is liable for elder abuse, violation of rights, and wrongful death.

Gramercy Court's challenge to the citation is still pending.

PLAINTIFFS' CONTENTIONS:
Gibson's children claimed that her death was the result of neglectful treatment by defendants. They contended that defendants failed to provide adequate hydration and nutrition, and failed to care for numerous bedsores resulting in infection.

DEFENDANT'S CONTENTIONS:
Gramercy Court claimed that Gibson's death was unavoidable, as her health was in steady decline, and not due to neglect.

Damages

Gibson's children sought damages for their pain and suffering and for wrongful death as her surviving children, attorney fees under the Elder Abuse Act, as well as special damages in the form of medical costs.

Injuries

Gibson died as a result of renal failure.

Result

The parties settled for $401,000.

Other Information

Evanston Insurance Company insured Gramercy Court.