Falls are one of the leading causes of injury among older adults. If your loved one lives in a nursing home, they may face a greater risk of falling because of mobility issues, balance problems, medication side effects or certain medical conditions. While some falls...
If you got hurt in an accident in Mississippi, you may assume your own insurance provider will handle your claim fairly. Unfortunately, that is not always the case. Your personal injury claim can be denied even when you follow all the requirements. However, you still...
Suffering a serious injury after an accident can change nearly every part of your life. Medical expenses, lost income, emotional stress and physical pain can quickly become overwhelming, especially when someone else may be responsible for the harm you suffered....
A bruise on a loved one, a sudden change in their mood or a vague answer from nursing home staff can raise a serious concern. In a nursing home setting, small signs often feel heavier because they involve a parent’s safety. If your parent lives in a facility, knowing...
A serious brain injury can do more than affect memory or movement. It can change how a person thinks, feels and acts. Families are often shocked when a loved one seems like a different person after an accident. These changes are not a choice. Damage to the brain often...
People don't often think of slip-and-falls as particularly serious. After all, a person only falls a few feet from their standing height to the ground. That is vastly different than falling from the roof of a building or off scaffolding. However, serious injuries do...
As people age, they may struggle with cognitive decline. In some cases, they may make choices that are not in their own best interests. For example, an older adult who does not remember why they are in a nursing home or who believes that they should not be there might...
The term “bad faith insurance practices” is one that isn’t discussed very often by the media or by the public generally. This is unfortunate, as understanding what this term means can genuinely empower individuals who have suffered harm and are getting the run-around...
Suffering an amputation after a car accident is a life-changing event. In Mississippi, you may be eligible for various forms of compensation, depending on the circumstances surrounding the crash. Understanding the types of damages you can claim is crucial to help...
People move to nursing homes because they require support. They can no longer live independently, and their family members may not have the time, proximity or capacity to meet their needs. Nursing homes help ensure the safety of vulnerable adults by connecting them...
