CHICAGO, IL – The COVID-19 pandemic has created medical problems beyond itself. Both doctors and non-profit leaders are concerned about the lack of cancer screenings and patient funding since the pandemic began in March. Dr. Heather Greenwood, a University of California – San Francisco ... [Continue Reading]
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What Types of Evidence Is Used for Nursing Home Neglect and Abuse Cases?
CHICAGO, IL – More than 1.2 million people are living in nursing homes across the United States. Residents may live in a nursing home facility because they need help with daily tasks such as eating and bathing or may have long-term medical needs that families and other means cannot provide their ... [Continue Reading]
Top 4 Elder Abuse Assessment Questions
CHICAGO, IL – If you suspect someone you love may be suffering from elder abuse in their nursing home facility, it’s important to ask questions. The following questions were adapted from the Elder Abuse Suspicion Index (EASI). EASI is a set of questions that doctors may ask if they think an elderly ... [Continue Reading]
Family Sues 87th St. Symphony Beverly Nursing Home for Catastrophic Falls
CHICAGO, IL – The Dinizulu Law Group, Ltd. filed a lawsuit in Chicago on behalf of a Chicago family against Symphony Beverly nursing home, a chain nursing home operating in Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Symphony Beverly is located at 2940 W. 87th St. in Chicago, IL. In the complaint, ... [Continue Reading]
Motor Vehicle Fatality Rates Jump Despite Quarantines
CHICAGO, IL – There has been much less traffic on the roads because of the novel coronavirus that has resulted in the closing of non-essential businesses and stay-at-home orders that have been in place since mid-March. There has been a reduction in car crashes; however, in some places the number of ... [Continue Reading]
Why Do Nursing Homes Drug Dementia Patients Without Their Consent?
The Human Rights Watch estimates nearly 179,000 people in nursing homes are administered antipsychotic drugs every week without having a diagnosis for which the drug is approved. The use of antipsychotic drugs as chemical restraints has a long, disturbing history in nursing homes. Many times, staff ... [Continue Reading]
Surgery is the 2nd Most Common Reason for Medical Malpractice Claims
CHICAGO, IL – According to a new report from medical liability insurer Coverys, surgery is the second most common cause for medial malpractice claims against doctors. Surgery not only puts the patient at risk, but it also poses a risk to doctors in terms of medical malpractice claims. Coverys ... [Continue Reading]
Tips for a Memorable Fourth of July
The Fourth of July is a day that you get to enjoy quality time with family and friends, enjoy delicious food, and celebrate the independence of our nation. With the Fourth of July quickly approaching, it’s important to keep in mind a few safety tips so your day is memorable for the right ... [Continue Reading]
