Each year, many elderly patients suffer abuse or neglect at the hands of nursing home staff members. It is vital that friends and family members know how to recognize the warning signs of nursing home abuse. Abuse can take several forms, from physical violence to emotional abuse. Here are five...
After a car accident, it’s important to know what steps you should take to ensure your safety and that of others involved. Not following these steps can negatively affect your case. For example, if you fail to report the accident within a certain time period, it could impact your ability...
It may seem like the easy way out, but ignoring a personal injury claim is a bad idea. It can lead to negative outcomes for your case. It also puts you and your attorney at risk for a settlement that is less than it should be. To avoid this, keep...
While bed sores are often a symptom of neglect, they can also be a normal part of illness or post-illness care. In some cases, hospitals or medical staff may be at fault for bedsores if they fail to provide the proper care for patients. If you suspect that a hospital...
When an elevator malfunctions, who is liable? Personal injury law applies when the liable party failed to maintain the equipment to a safe standard. Depending on the circumstances, a building owner or lessee may be liable for any injuries caused by an elevator malfunction. However, this can get complicated. While...
Personal injury is the result of negligence of someone or something else. The pain may be short-lived or chronic. A long-term injury may result in chronic pain that is painful enough to interfere with daily life. A personal injury may result in emotional or mental trauma that cannot be remedied....
If you’re injured on the job, the first thing to do is call 911. A paramedic will arrive at your side to determine the extent of your injuries and transport you to a hospital. Medical treatment may be lengthy and involve several doctors. The injured party may need surgery, hospitalization,...
To make a negligence claim against a negligent driver, you must prove that the other driver breached their duty of care. The accident cannot have been caused by an unforeseeable event such as a flat tire or a carjacking. In addition, you must show that the other driver’s actions led...
As soon as you are involved in a car accident, call 911 to notify the police and emergency medical services. This will help you gather evidence and establish fault. A police report will also be helpful to prove who was at fault in the accident. You should also gather as...
