Recognize Dehydration Dehydration is a serious, potentially fatal risk that is faced by elderly residents of nursing facilities. In a recent study, 31% of residents in nursing homes who were examined were found to be dehydrated. This can be caused by medications and certain conditions such as ... [Continue Reading]
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Client’s Moving Testimonial About Her Mom’s Death in a Nursing Home
Sylvia’s mom had died suddenly and she and her family didn’t know what to do. The nursing home caring for Sylvia’s mom wasn’t giving Sylvia’s family any answers. The doctors treating Sylvia’s mom in her final days said that her mom had the highest levels of dehydration. Sylvia’s ... [Continue Reading]
Who Has The Power To Enforce Laws?
When the United States established our institution of government through the Constitution the jury system was enshrined in that document. The 6th and 7th amendment were later added to the Constitution and protected the right to juries in criminal and civil cases. But still more was ... [Continue Reading]
3 Reasons To Go To Jury Duty
Juries are an important part of the justice system in America and a pillar of our democracy. Our constitution guarantees citizens receive a fair trial that is overseen by an impartial jury. Not only does this create confidence that our laws will apply equally to all, but this is also ... [Continue Reading]
Why Should I Hire an Attorney to Assist with My Nursing Home Lawsuit in Chicago?
If you think your aging loved one has been the victim of nursing home abuse, you may be considering a lawsuit. Although you can file the claim on your own, having a seasoned nursing home abuse attorney by your side will make the process far less stressful, and your nursing home lawyer can help you ... [Continue Reading]
What Are Punitive Damages?
When it comes to personal injury lawsuit in Illinois, there are two typical types of damages that can be given in a verdict: compensatory damages and punitive damages. The main purpose of compensatory damages is to try and make a victim whole. It’s to fix what can fixed or make up for ... [Continue Reading]
Evictions from Nursing Homes Have Doubled in Illinois
There are several legitimate reasons for evicting or discharging a resident from a nursing home or long-term care facility. For example, administrators might discharge a resident who recovered from serious injuries and no longer needs specialized care. ... [Continue Reading]
What is a Day In The Life Video?
In personal injury lawsuits for severely injured victims, a Day-in-the-Life Video is shown to the jury during trial to offer a visual account of the injured victim’s day-to-day challenges. It captures footage from the moment the injured person wakes up to the time they go to bed. It ... [Continue Reading]
