Truck accidents are a heartbreaking event and unfortunately happen across the country on a daily basis. It has been reported that truck crashes occur about 500,000 times each year in the United States alone – making it crucial to have an experienced truck accident lawyer you can turn to for legal help in these situations. […]
Falls are a common and serious health risk for elderly individuals and according to the CDC, they’re the leading cause of injury-related death among adults aged 65 or older. Falls in elderly people can lead to significant pain, trauma, and disability, making it imperative that falls be prevented. 7 Common Causes of Falls for the […]
Most people don’t consider injuries where bones aren’t broken as serious. However, while minimal soft tissue injuries can heal quickly, severe injuries such as a torn ligament or complete rupture of a tendon can cause permanent soft tissue damage. In fact, such injuries can be as debilitating as fractured bone injuries and cause limited mobility […]
If you’ve been injured as a result of medical malpractice, it’s important to know your rights. Many people aren’t sure what qualifies as malpractice, or whether they even have a strong enough case. If you have been injured by a doctor, nurse, or hospital, then you may be able to file a lawsuit. We’ll help […]
Did you know that one in 10 Americans aged 60 and older has experienced some form of elder abuse? This is a staggering and disturbing number, but it’s an important statistic to know in order to face this particular issue accordingly. With elder abuse being so commonplace, it’s valuable to know how to prevent it and how […]
AJC INVESTIGATION: Facility employees often have trouble completing, filing or identifying patient DNRs, an Atlanta Journal-Constitution analysis found. Residents died when they were supposed to be revived, state records say. Read the full story here: https://www.ajc.com/news/georgia-nursing-homes-and-senior-care-facilities-fumble-do-not-resuscitate-orders/UED3XDIDK5HI7JJ5GXRVEGMGJI/
A traumatic brain injury could be suffered in a motor vehicle accident, and the immediate symptoms may be very clear. For instance, many people who suffer from a TBI will lose consciousness. They may also have sensitivity issues or memory issues when they regain consciousness. But a lot of the symptoms will slowly clear up […]
If your loved one is being neglected in a nursing home, it’s important for you to look for the signs. They may not be as obvious as the signs would be in abuse cases. For instance, someone who is simply being neglected likely wouldn’t have the same symptoms as someone who suffered a physical assault […]
It takes a lot of skill and training to safely control a commercial vehicle. Despite the extra training required of commercial drivers and the stricter standards applied to their licenses, crashes between commercial vehicles and smaller passenger vehicles are still relatively common. According to data analyzed by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), slightly more […]
The interstate is one of the safest places you can drive. This surprises a lot of people, especially new drivers. They find the interstate to be confusing and chaotic, and the high speeds are a bit unnerving – naturally thinking that it must be more dangerous. But the truth is that the interstate is, typically, […]