The term “caregiver” refers to anyone who routinely helps others who are limited by chronic conditions. “Formal caregivers” are volunteers or paid employees connected to the social service or health care systems. The term “informal caregiver” refers to family members and friends, who provide nearly three-quarters of the care currently being provided to impaired older […]
Just a few months ago, the Athens Banner-Herald published the following piece that we thought would shed additional light on the issues surrounding the abuse of the elderly. We have spent decades defending the rights of our senior citizens and punishing those institutions who take advantage of our frail and weak parents and grandparents. We […]
The law firm of Prieto, Marigliano, Holbert & Prieto, LLC. is the personal injury firm who can help you. The Attorneys at Prieto, Marigliano, Holbert & Prieto, LLC. are focused on protecting the rights of the wrongly injured. Whether hurt in an accident, the victim of medical malpractice or assaulted due to negligence on the part of a property owner, we have recovered millions […]
The Attorneys at Prieto, Marigliano, Holbert & Prieto, LLC. are focused on protecting the rights of the wrongly injured. Whether hurt in an accident, the victim of medical malpractice or assaulted due to negligence on the part of a property owner, we have recovered millions of dollars in settlements and judgments for our past clients. We dedicate ourselves to building the legal strategy […]
Business litigation is term that is very broad and can cover class action and whistleblower/qui tam actions, breach of contract, business tort litigation, construction litigation, fraud, as well as real estate matters, and insurance dispute/bad faith claims. Not only can the lawyers at Slover, Prieto, Marigliano, & Holbert, LLC. assist you once a wrong has occurred, we can consult with […]
Make sure you can speak for those who may not be able to speak for themselves In a story that was published in the Augusta Chronicle from June 2013, A nursing home employee was arrested Wednesday in connection with assaulting an Alzheimer’s patient. The female employee of Augusta was charged with simple battery and protection of a […]
If you have been injured by a dangerous drug, defective medical device, or any other dangerous product, we are here to stand up for your rights. When Is a Product Considered Defective? Products are considered to be defective if they are unreasonably dangerous and do not carry sufficient safety precautions, warnings or directions for their […]
Assisted living facilities offer a housing alternative for older adults who may need help with dressing, bathing, eating, and toileting, but do not require the intensive medical and nursing care provided in nursing homes. Assisted living facilities may be part of a retirement community, nursing home, senior housing complex, or may stand-alone. Licensing requirements for […]
Every year over 60,000 motorcyclists are injured and nearly 4,000 of those are killed in traffic accidents. A large percentage of these injuries and deaths could have been avoided if helmets were worn by the riders and passengers. Of those injured, 7,000 were between 15 and 20, and of those killed, 36% were between 16 […]
Talking with our elderly parents about their living situations and the possible need for change is not always easy. A successful conversation depends to an extent upon the relationship we have with the parent, as well, of course, as on the parent’s mental, emotional and physical condition. While many people put off serious conversations to […]