Posted On: July 31, 2009 by David W. Terry

Florida Nursing Home Assistant Faces Abuse Charges

Fifty year old Eronie Deverlus was arrested on Thursday, July 30, 2009, after allegedly attacking a nursing home resident. Deverlus was working as a nursing assistant at Manor Pines Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Florida when she allegedly struck a 65 year old resident suffering from Parkinson's disease after becoming angry with her. Deverlus was fired after the incident and has been charged with a third-degree felony for abusing the resident. If convicted, she faces up to five years in prison. The Terry Law Firm is experienced in handling cases of nursing home abuse and neglect. Please contact us at (888) 317-2525 or visit us on our website at www.nursinghomejustice.com if you have any questions or concerns.