Nursing home negligence is very common across the United States. If you have a loved one in a nursing home, it is important to stay vigilant. However, it is also not uncommon for your loved one to experience a period of transition when moving into a nursing home. As...
Individuals in nursing homes are usually there because they need around the clock care or supervision. They cannot live alone, so they need to have an attentive staff to watch over them and assist them when needed to ensure their health and safety. Nursing homes...
Elderly nursing home residents are at risk for countless hazards. From physical injuries to worsening conditions, the elderly rely on a nursing home staff for diligent care and attention. When the staff becomes negligent or abusive, however, devastating harm can...
The decision to move a parent or other aging relative into an assisted living facility or a nursing home is often a difficult one for people to make. On one hand, family members must come to terms with the fact that their loved one may be declining. Many adult...
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Health is the agency tasked with oversight of the county's nursing home facilities. However, some groups indicate that a change is needed. At the same time, a new ruling by the State Supreme Court caps awards for nursing...
California car accident injuries can range from bruises and scrapes to those that have life-altering consequences. If your crash involved multiple cars or a big rig, you might suffer from burns that affect your day-to-day life for the foreseeable future. We often...
Birth is typically a joyous time, but if any problems occur it can be extremely stressful. In the majority of instances labor goes smoothly, but if a physician or a nurse makes a mistake the consequences can be very severe. Current estimates state that for every 1000...
Due to physical infirmities that keep them from moving on their own, many nursing home residents depend upon caregivers for water to keep hydrated. Unfortunately, the neglect that happens in some nursing homes means that elderly residents may not receive water or...
Looking back at a car accident that’s already happened can make it seem like hindsight is 20/20. Instead of being in a position where you’re analyzing how an accident unfolded, you can try to prevent one based on the mistakes of other drivers and common causes of car...
Medical malpractice is a large area of law. When courts make rulings, there is often a hefty award amount. This is true even if a case settles out of court. In addition, the timeline for such a case is often lengthy. It can take both sides a while to gather evidence...
