Nursing home neglect is a distressing issue that affects the well-being of many elderly individuals. It’s a problem that can manifest in various forms and is often hard to detect. Recognizing the signs of neglect is crucial to better ensuring that your loved ones receive the care and respect they deserve. Unexplained injuries One of the telltale signs of nursing home neglect is the presence of unexplained injuries. These can include bruises, cuts or fractures. They often result from falls, rough handling or a lack of assistance in daily activities. If you notice unexplained injuries, seeking e ..read more

Oftentimes, those in New York who fall on someone else’s property fail to make use of the systems in place for their protection. For example, even though they might suffer a brain injury or break a bone when they fall, they might leave the business where they fell to seek medical care without first reporting the incident. They may use their own insurance or resources to pay for treatment and use paid time off benefits to replace lost wages. When a slip-and-fall occurs, whether it happens inside a business as someone shops or outside as they load their vehicle, the person injured sometimes has ..read more

There’s no question that hospitals are busier than ever, and the staff is running pretty thin. Shortages among nurses and other support staff members are becoming very common. It’s easy to empathize with the situation many medical professionals are in – unless you’re a patient who is in a health crisis. Then, you have to worry about the possibility that one of your providers will make a bad situation worse by making a mistake with your care. What can you do to keep yourself safer if you have to visit the hospital? Here are some tips: #1 Take a list of your medications, conditions and allergies ..read more

Rollover collisions are among the most shocking and dramatic crashes that occur. Whether your vehicle flips because someone hit you as you turned at an intersection or because of a design flaw, you could get seriously hurt when your vehicle flips or rolls over in a crash. Obviously, you can suffer broken bones and blunt force trauma in a rollover crash. Rather than just assuming that you avoided the worst possible injuries, you may need to see a doctor because there is an invisible injury you could easily suffer when your vehicle rolls over or experiences other violent motions in a car wreck ..read more

There are three different situations that lead to wrongful death claims under New York law. Medical malpractice that costs someone’s life can lead to a wrongful death claim. So can tragedies that occur because of negligence. Finally, willful misconduct, such as breaking the law, can also create grounds for a wrongful death lawsuit. New York families struggling with the sudden and unexpected loss of a loved one will have to deal with numerous practical consequences in addition to the emotional tumult that follows an unexpected death. Wrongful death claims allow family members to pursue compensa ..read more

When a loved one goes to live in a nursing home, family members often invest heavily in researching facilities to find someplace safe. However, nursing home facilities are only as good as the staff that they employ and their business practices. A new worker who resents their job responsibilities could drastically affect the quality of care that your loved one receives. Although you only have a limited view of what occurs in the nursing home during your visit, it’s important that you watch out for warning signs of abuse and neglect. What should you pay close attention to during your next visit ..read more

When you ask motorcyclists if they feel safe when they ride, many will assure you that they do. They may cite their years of experience riding and a high level of skill. They trust themselves not to crash, and they’ve been doing it long enough that that trust seems well-founded. Being skilled and experienced absolutely does help. But don’t assume that it’s all you need to stay safe. You’re actually at the mercy of other drivers. They cause a lot of motorcycle accidents, and you can be severely injured or even killed. How much do you trust them to keep you safe? The left-turn crash For example ..read more

Among the most dangerous accidents in the world are wrong-way crashes on the interstate. Despite their high speeds, interstates are generally safer than any other roads because traffic is controlled and all moving in the same direction. A wrong-way driver not only eliminates this safety feature, but they risk causing a head-on crash at the highest collective speeds most people ever experience. Many of these accidents are caused by alcohol, but not all. This can make them unpredictable and hard to avoid. Still, there are a few things you should know that can help keep you safe. Tips to help avo ..read more

Parents have a legal obligation to protect and provide for their children. You probably also feel personally compelled through love and responsibility to keep your kids as safe as possible. You need to make sure that your children have housing, food and the other necessities of life. You also need to educate yourself on what risks they face and how best to protect them. Understanding the risks that pose the most threat to your children can help you keep them safer than they would be without your efforts. There is one risk that is a leading cause of injury and death to children that you expose ..read more

Most dogs are friendly animals, making them popular as companion animals. Their positive reputation has had an influence on the law in New York, a fact that many people only realize after they get hurt by an aggressive dog. Specifically, New York is one of many states where dog owners aren’t always responsible for the consequences the first time their dog bites a human. The so-called “one bite rule” presumes that dogs are well trained and amiable animals until evidence demonstrates otherwise. Owners don’t have to take extreme measures to train or restrain an animal that doesn’t have a history ..read more