Nursing home residents deserve to live in a safe place where they can get the assistance they need. They shouldn’t ever expect to suffer from abuse or neglect to darken their time in the long-term care facility. Several different types of abuse and neglect can occur...
Personal Injury
The vast majority of older adult hip fractures result from falls
Hip fractures are a major health concern among older adults. Most hip fractures in this population are the direct result of falls. Understanding the link between falls and hip fractures helps reduce the incidence of these injuries among older adults. Impact of falls...
Who is liable in a slip and fall accident?
According to the National Safety Council, 33% of preventable nonfatal injuries in 2021 were due to falls. Slip and fall accidents can happen anywhere, from supermarkets to sidewalks, and determining liability is important in seeking compensation for injuries....
5 common injuries in car accidents
Car accidents are unfortunate events that can lead to various injuries, ranging from minor cuts and bruises to severe and life-altering conditions. According to Forbes, 1,593,390 car accidents in 2020 caused significant injuries. Understanding the most common injuries...
What are some signs of an overworked nursing home staff?
Providing quality care for residents in nursing homes requires a dedicated and compassionate staff. However, in some cases, the demands on the staff may become overwhelming, leading to signs of burnout and exhaustion. Family members need to be aware of these signs for...
What are some tips for proving fault after a personal injury?
Suffering a personal injury is a challenging experience, and the process of proving fault can be equally daunting. Whether you have been in a car accident, slipped and fell or suffered from another issue, establishing fault is important. Exploring some tips to help...
What situations lead to product recalls?
Many products that people use every day have the potential to cause serious injuries, but only if they have some kind of defect. Ideally, manufacturers would account for potential flaws in their products and correct them before they release them for sale, but this is...
Is your loved one’s nursing home prepared for a fire emergency?
If you have a senior loved one residing in a nursing home, you must have conjured up countless thoughts about possible catastrophic incidents they might figure into. Especially when left unsupervised by nursing home personnel, they can suffer all sorts of injuries,...
Issues with bedsores can be a sign of poor medical support
Older adults are medically vulnerable in many cases. Families may make the difficult decision to move an older adult into a nursing home when they require more support than their children or other loved ones can consistently provide. They may experience cognitive...
Determining lost wages when you don’t have a regular income
If you’ve been seriously injured in a car crash or other event caused by someone else’s negligence or actions, you can and should include any lost income in the amount of compensation you seek for your financial losses. If you earn a regular salary or hourly wage, you...