Whether you can put a camera in a nursing home room depends on the state you reside in and the facility. Some nursing homes have verbiage in their admission forms that prohibit cameras or imposes strict regulations and requirements for their use. However, concerns over elderly abuse in nursing homes have prompted 10 states to …
Head-on collisions involve vehicles traveling in the opposite direction and result in a frontal, often fatal, crash. Like most car accidents, head-on collisions can result from negligence and prove completely avoidable. If you or a loved one was injured in a head-on collision that was not your fault, you could recover compensation. A New York …
A driver who caused an accident by failing to yield the right of way when they were legally required may be held accountable for your medical bills, pain and suffering, and other damages. New York has a complex network of liability, negligence, and auto insurance laws. While these laws offer accident victims protection, a New …
Although most people know that driving while intoxicated (DWI) is a crime that endangers everyone else on the road, drunk driving is still the leading cause of injury and death on America’s roadways, according to Mothers Against Drunk Drivers (MADD). You did not choose to be hurt by a drunk driver. You do have the …
If you or a loved one is injured in a car accident caused by a distracted driver, you may be able to recover compensation for damages that exceed New York’s No-Fault Insurance Law limits, according to New York State’s Department of Financial Services. A New York distracted driving accident lawyer with Ben Crump Law, PLLC, …
Slip and fall accidents can lead to severe or life-threatening injuries. Dangerous conditions such as wet floors, icy sidewalks, lack of maintenance, and cluttered walkways are just some of the reasons people lose their balance and fall. Generally, property owners or managers are responsible for keeping their premises free from hazards. If they have been …
Car accidents happen for various reasons, with aggressive driving being one of the main causes. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) defines it as a category of dangerous behaviors on the road, such as overspeeding, running a red light, tailgating, or changing lanes without caution. Often, these acts result in harm to other motorists, …
Healthcare professionals and facilities are supposed to provide the standard of care that patients need to recover from injury and improve their quality of life. Unfortunately, some doctors and hospitals fail to take reasonable steps to keep their patients from harm. Medical malpractice is an act of negligence that can physically, financially, and emotionally hurt …
Side-impact collisions are especially dangerous for drivers and passengers. The side of a vehicle has fewer built-in safety measures. This is why many side-impact collisions lead to serious injuries. Depending on the severity of your injuries, the associated medical expenses can be expensive. This is especially true if you need ongoing care, like physical therapy, …
Whiplash is a condition usually associated with rear-end collisions. It is a condition where the quick forward and backward movement of cars in a rear-end collision puts a severe strain on the neck muscles. In less severe cases, this can result in mild pain that will dissipate over time. In more severe cases, prolonged medical …
Ridesharing is a relatively new service that you can use instead of taxis or other traditional forms of getting a ride. Because ridesharing has only achieved mainstream acceptance in the last decade, there are ongoing legal problems surrounding the industry. One of the biggest questions that arises is who is liable for ridesharing accidents. If …
Rear-end collisions are among the most common car accidents. Rear-end collisions happen when one vehicle strikes the rear end of another. Rear-end collisions can also result in a variety of injuries ranging from mild to severe. One of the most common injuries from rear-end collisions is whiplash, a condition where the neck muscles are severely …
According to the New York State Department of Health, abuse in nursing homes is becoming a more common problem that needs to be addressed. The state government is investigating to try to determine the cause of the abuse and why it is becoming such a widespread problem. Nursing home abuse can include a wide variety …
For most people, their experience with police chases is limited to what they see on TV. However, many people are injured every year as a result of a police chase. According to Injury Prevention, a large number of the people that are injured are innocent bystanders. If you are injured in a police chase, you …
When caring for elderly residents in a nursing home facility, guarding against potential falls is a constant concern of staff and facility owners. Falls can lead to a number of issues, including broken bones, head trauma, and spinal injuries in nursing homes. Every year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), more …
Rear-end collisions happened frequently, and they can cause serious injuries to the driver in the front vehicle that is struck. If you were involved in a rear-end crash in which another vehicle hit yours, you may have needed to receive treatment at a hospital. You may have been told that you have whiplash and that …
Neglect of basic needs in nursing homes is illegal. Your loved one has guaranteed rights, including proper access to food, water, shelter, medical care, and hygiene. Without access to these essential items, older adults can suffer severe injuries or death. If you believe that your loved one is suffering from basic needs neglect, contact an …
Medical neglect in nursing homes occurs when medical providers and staff members breach the standard of care owed to residents. These standards vary from state-to-state. In all states, however, your loved one has a right to proper medical attention from a licensed medical provider. Neglecting medical needs can result in an injury or death. If …
When negligence causes an untimely death, surviving family members usually qualify to file a wrongful death suit, per the American Bar Association. The deceased’s will usually appoints one of them—or someone else—the representative of the estate, who has the power to file a wrongful death lawsuit. If a will does not appoint a representative of …
Mental abuse, also known as psychological or emotional abuse, is one of the most common forms of abuse inflicted upon the elderly in nursing homes. Unlike physical abuse which leaves physical evidence on the victim, mental abuse is difficult to track and often goes unchecked. The consequences of mental abuse in nursing homes can be …
