Monthly Archives: February 2020
How Can I Prove That A Truck Driver Was Sleep Deprived And Caused The Crash?
It can be difficult to prove that a truck driver was tired and caused the crash; however, with the right lawyer on your side, it can be done. Experienced accident attorneys know the federal and state laws that truck drivers need to adhere to and know what to look for in establishing truck driver… Read More »
Will you take my case even though I have a mild traumatic brain injury and not a severe TBI?
We believe all brain injuries are severe and can cause lifelong damages. As a result, we stand up for victims of motorcycle accidents who have suffered mild traumatic brain injuries as well as those who have suffered disabling injuries. While some lawyers don’t take mild traumatic brain injury cases because they know insurance adjusters… Read More »
How much money should my son expect to get when pursuing a brain injury claim after his motorcycle accident in Fort Lauderdale?
Unfortunately, we cannot tell you exactly what your son’s case is worth without reviewing his medical records and knowing the extent of his injury. For example, minor traumatic brain injuries will have a different dollar amount assigned to them than disabling brain injuries. Additionally, all victims of brain injuries have their own set of… Read More »
What Rights Do Nursing Home Residents Have In Florida?
When families place their loved ones in nursing homes to be cared for, it is important to find out all you can about the nursing home. In addition to visiting the nursing home and checking up on their ratings and reviews, it is good to ask the nursing home administrator about the rights each… Read More »
Is The Use Of Restraints On Florida Nursing Home Residents Illegal?
The use of restraints on nursing home patients is illegal, unless there is a direct order from a doctor for the patient’s own safety. This typically involves a doctor prescribing some type of prescription drug that helps subdue a resident due to a medical condition. However, nursing home workers have been known to overuse… Read More »
My Relative Told Me That She Is Being Abused In Her Nursing Home. What Should I Do Now?
The most important thing you can do is to believe your relative and to protect her. There are many different types of abuse that she could have endured such as physical abuse, sexual abuse, financial abuse, and mental and emotional abuse. While your head may be spinning and you might not know what to… Read More »
What Does It Mean When An Elderly Nursing Home Resident Is A Victim Of Financial Exploitation?
The term exploitation means to take advantage of someone else. In a nursing home setting, exploitation is often defined as using an elderly resident’s finances to someone else’s advantage. This means that someone else who should not be profiting from the older person’s resources is doing so anyways. The wrongdoer who is misusing the… Read More »
How Will I Know If My Loved One Is Being Abused By Restraints In A Nursing Home? What Should I Look For?
Nursing homes might use physical restraints or chemical restraints to restrict a resident’s ability to move or use his or her body. Sadly, the use of restraints is often done by nursing home workers who are overworked and don’t have time to care for each resident or by staff members who want to purposely… Read More »
Do I Have A Legal Case If My Husband Died As A Result Of Pneumonia In A Nursing Home?
Pneumonia in the elderly is a common health concern due to weakened immune systems. Sadly, many elderly individuals die every year as a result of pneumonia. If your husband was not properly cared for and was neglected in a nursing home, you may have a legal case against the negligent nursing home for your… Read More »
How Do I Know If A Nursing Home Has Previous Violations?
When checking out a nursing home prior to placing your loved one in their care, there are many tools and resources you can use to check to see if that nursing home has received violations or deficiencies. When you look at the reviews, you will be able to see if that nursing home has… Read More »
