Nursing home abuse and neglect is a serious matter and it is vital you become aware of how to recognize when a loved is being harmed. ... [Continue Reading]
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Protect Loved Ones from Nursing Home Neglect
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]
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]
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]
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]
3 Facts to Know Before Your Loved One Enters a Nursing Home
According to the Family Caregiver Alliance, more than 1,300,000 people receive care from nursing homes annually. This number is expected to rise because people over the age of 85 make up one of the fastest-growing populations. Unfortunately, the increasing demand for long-term care has coincided ... [Continue Reading]
Is My Loved One Ready to Move into a Nursing Home?
Moving your aging loved one into a nursing home may be one of the most difficult decisions you ever have to make. At the end of the day, though, you need to consider your relative’s best interests, as well as the extent of care your family will realistically be able to provide as your loved one ... [Continue Reading]
CDC Study Finds That Legionnaires’ Disease Is Alarmingly Common in U.S. Nursing Homes—Chicago Nursing Home Attorney Insights
Legionnaires' disease is a potentially fatal illness caused by the bacterium Legionella. These bacteria are often found in hot tubs, cooling towers, and air conditioning systems. ... [Continue Reading]
