Monthly Archives: February 2020
What Should I Do If I Suspect That My Mom Who Has Alzheimer’s Is Being Abused By Her Broward County Nursing Home?
All too often, Alzheimer patients fall victim to nursing home abuse from the very people who are hired and paid to provide quality care. And since many Alzheimer’s patients struggle with memory, their loved ones are often unaware that they are being abused within the nursing home. 5 TIPS Prevent Alzheimer Nursing Home Abuse… Read More »
Are Nursing Home Residents At Risk For Becoming Victims Of Tax Fraud?
Miami’s older residents have most recently been identified as top priority to the newly appointed FBI Chief Michael Steinbach. Following only second to arresting South Florida violent extremists, Steinbach recently announced the division’s next plan of attack is income tax fraud. As it turns out, Florida is leading the country in income tax fraud… Read More »
How Do Accidents With Trucks Differ From Crashes With Other Automobiles?
Many people do not realize that car accidents and truck accidents in Florida are not equal. While serious and even fatal injuries can occur in each type of crash, trucking accidents are typically far more severe. Due to the sheer size and weight of the semi truck involved, occupants in the smaller vehicle often… Read More »
Who Is Held Liable For Damages Caused By A Truck Accident That Resulted In The Spillage Of Hazardous Materials?
Depending on the accident scenario, multiple factors will determine liability for loss and damages which result from a HAZMAT trucking accident in Broward County. Essentially, any individual who is proven to be responsible for your injuries, whether directly or indirectly, can be held liable for compensation. Most likely, the shipper of the hazardous materials… Read More »
Is It True That A Bus Is An Easy Target For A Florida Hit And Run Accident?
Depending on several factors, a bus can be an easy target for a hit-and-run accident. Just recently, thirteen people died in a bus crash that was caused by a hit-and-run driver. The bus driver told police that a tractor trailer clipped the tail end of the bus from behind and fled the scene. The… Read More »
I Live In Florida And Suspect There Is Elder Abuse Going On In A Nursing Home In South Florida Where My Mother Is Staying. I Have Noticed A Sudden Weight Loss And Bruises On Her Body. Could This Be Elder Abuse? What Can I Do?
A: The first thing you must do is make sure your mother is safe. Talk to the caregivers at the nursing home in South Florida and ask questions. Find out how your mother got the bruises. Listen to what she has to say. If it was from an accident that can be explained by… Read More »
What Happens If I Am Overcharged For My Mom’s Nursing Home Healthcare?
Families who have to pay for their loved one’s nursing home care often fall victim of some form of financial abuse, either by the healthcare provider, or the facility itself. Examples of healthcare fraud within nursing homes include: Being charged for assistive services never rendered. For example, perhaps you’re being charged for assistance with… Read More »
I’ve Read That Financial Exploitation Of Residents In Broward County Nursing Homes Is On The Rise. What Kind Of Person Does That To An Innocent Senior Citizen?
Perpetrators of financial exploitation of nursing home residents come in surprising forms. If you have a loved one in a Broward County nursing home, you’d be wise to keep a closer eye on with whom they interact. You may be closer with the perpetrator than you realize. Most perpetrators are unsuspecting family members whom… Read More »
I Think Something Is Wrong With The Care My Mom Is Receiving At Her Nursing Home And Am Not Sure How To Bring It Up And Ask Her About It. Do You Have Recommendations?
If you have noticed your mom’s hygiene or appearance has started to decline, or if you have ever witnessed her sitting in foul sheets or have noticed visible bruising and ulcers, these could be signs that something is definitely wrong. These signs could be indicators that your mom is being neglected or abused by… Read More »
What Damages Can Be Recovered In A Florida Bicycle Accident Case?
Question: What damages can I recovered after a bicycle accident? Answer: Florida law encourages motorists and bicyclists to share the road. Cyclists are considered a vehicle, and have the same rights and the same responsibilities of other drivers. In a bicycle accident resulting in serious injury or death, the following compensatory damages may be… Read More »
