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CHICAGO, IL - A hospital stay can be stressful financially and worry whether you'll receive the proper treatment. Unfortunately, 21% of American patients report errors in their medical treatment. According to a Johns Hopkins study, medical errors account for the third leading cause of death in the ... [Continue Reading]

CHICAGO, IL - Nursing homes across the United States have faced the crisis of being severely understaffed, forcing many to close. A recent survey by the American Health Care Association (AHCA) shows 60% of nursing homes are experiencing worse staffing situations since the beginning of the year; ... [Continue Reading]

When concerned family members learn that their senior is being abused at a nursing home, their first reactions are usually frustration, anger, and sorrow. When these initial reactions fade, family members instead start to think about how to take action. The obvious choice is to sue the nursing home ... [Continue Reading]

There are many types of nursing home abuse, including financial abuse, neglect, physical abuse, and much more. But what about verbal abuse? Although this might not seem as serious as other acts of misconduct, it can be detrimental for innocent patients who are just trying to live out their lives. ... [Continue Reading]

CHICAGO, IL - Memorial Day weekend sets the tone for the beginning of summer for many people. As we honor the lives of the many men and women who have served our country, people across the country will be celebrating. AAA predicts Memorial Day weekend being the busiest in three years with 90% of ... [Continue Reading]

CHICAGO, IL – If you’re planning on putting your senior loved one into a nursing home, you might be concerned for various reasons. It’s never easy to place the safety of a family member into the hands of complete strangers and saying goodbye can be difficult. In addition, your senior may have ... [Continue Reading]

CHICAGO, IL – When most people think about “restraints,” they likely picture handcuffs, zip ties, or ropes. But in Chicago nursing homes, chemical restraints are also used on a fairly regular basis. This is a highly controversial subject, as chemical restraints are often considered illegal. Despite ... [Continue Reading]

If you’re concerned about your senior’s safety in Chicago, it’s important to be aware of the various types of abuse (1). Nursing home abuse is one of the most prevalent threats to senior safety in the modern era. Since so many seniors today are living out their lives in these facilities, this type ... [Continue Reading]