Cycling to Work: Better Health and a Longer Life

By Koonz, McKenney, Johnson, DePaolis & Lightfoot, L.L.P. Nov 22, 2017

Choosing two wheels over four is not only a great way to save on gas, but it could save you years of health complications later as well. One British medical journal published a study confirming how bicycling to work and...Read More

What are the Causes of Crush Injuries at Construction Sites?

By Koonz, McKenney, Johnson, DePaolis & Lightfoot, L.L.P. Nov 15, 2017

A crush injury on a construction site occurs when a worker’s entire body, or a part of their body, is caught between two components and crushed. These injuries can be fatal. Even when they are non-fatal, the victim can suffer...Read More

Common Injuries in Nursing Homes Caused by Negligence

By Koonz, McKenney, Johnson, DePaolis & Lightfoot, L.L.P. Nov 8, 2017

When you check a loved one into a nursing home, you do so under the assumption that they will receive the highest quality care. Sadly, injuries occur in nursing homes around the country every day – whether from negligence, neglect,...Read More

Leapfrog Group Releases 2017 Hospital Survey Results

By Koonz, McKenney, Johnson, DePaolis & Lightfoot, L.L.P. Nov 6, 2017

Leapfrog Group, a nonprofit that describes itself as the “nation’s premier advocate of hospital transparency” just released its 2017 hospital survey results. You can check the results for your local hospitals by going to http://www.leapfroggroup.org/compare-hospitals. NBC Washington compared the grades...Read More

Understanding a Nursing Home’s Standard of Care Requirement

By Koonz, McKenney, Johnson, DePaolis & Lightfoot, L.L.P. Nov 1, 2017

Every state’s department of health has a list of requirements and rules for nursing homes. These are what most people consider the “standard of care.” While they are the state’s requirements for licensing, and certainly a measure of good or...Read More

D.C.’s Child Fatality Rates Drop, but Still Not Great

By Koonz, McKenney, Johnson, DePaolis & Lightfoot, L.L.P. Oct 29, 2017

For years, the District of Columbia has carried a sobering rank on child fatalities per year. For years, DC has ranked as one of the highest for child and infant mortality rates, but from 2008 to 2015, improvements have been...Read More

How to Prevent Drowsy Driving

By Koonz, McKenney, Johnson, DePaolis & Lightfoot, L.L.P. Oct 22, 2017

Drowsy driving is just as dangerous as drunken driving. Sadly, it occurs more often than it should, and it is more likely to be under-reported than drunken driving. After all, a motorist does not have to admit that he or...Read More

Forklift Accidents on the Job Site: Who is at Fault?

By Koonz, McKenney, Johnson, DePaolis & Lightfoot, L.L.P. Oct 15, 2017

Forklifts are used across the country on construction sites and in industrial warehouse settings. While a common fixture, they are not safe. In fact, it requires special training and certifications to operate a forklift, and even with training – injuries...Read More

Adult Daycare Abuse: What is it?

By Koonz, McKenney, Johnson, DePaolis & Lightfoot, L.L.P. Oct 8, 2017

In the past, adult daycare was an overlooked service. However, with the aging population growing and the number of beds in assisted living decreasing, more families are utilizing this service. Adult daycare is a service that provides patients with medical...Read More

Paulette Chapman Hosts Fundraiser for Women’s Bar Foundation of DC

By Koonz, McKenney, Johnson, DePaolis & Lightfoot, L.L.P. Oct 2, 2017

For the 8th year, Paulette Chapman hosted a charity fundraiser at her home for the Women’s Bar Association Foundation of the District of Columbia (WBAF) called the “WBAF Chef’s Dine-In”. Volunteers from the Women’s Bar Association and Foundation lend their...Read More

Emotional Abuse in Nursing Homes: What to Know

By Koonz, McKenney, Johnson, DePaolis & Lightfoot, L.L.P. Oct 1, 2017

You made the difficult decision to move a family member into a nursing home because you knew it was best for their safety. While the decision is never easy, it is the right choice for many families to put a...Read More

What Benefits Can You Receive From a Workers’ Compensation Claim?

By Koonz, McKenney, Johnson, DePaolis & Lightfoot, L.L.P. Sep 29, 2017

Workers’ compensation is a form of protection for employees. It is designed to provide you with compensation in the event you are injured at work. The type of compensation you receive from workers’ compensation depends on your state. All states...Read More

What is a Construction Defect Lawsuit?

By Koonz, McKenney, Johnson, DePaolis & Lightfoot, L.L.P. Sep 22, 2017

A construction defect lawsuit is one that typically involves a breach of contract. It can equally involve a breach of warranty, negligence by one party or another, and strict liability. Common Examples of Construction Defect Claims and Why They Happen...Read More

How Does Workers’ Compensation Apply to Construction Accidents?

By Koonz, McKenney, Johnson, DePaolis & Lightfoot, L.L.P. Sep 15, 2017

As a construction worker, there might come a time when you are injured on the construction site. Depending on the employment situation at the time of the accident, you might qualify for workers’ compensation. However, not all job site accidents...Read More

3 Most Common Nursing Home Injuries

By Koonz, McKenney, Johnson, DePaolis & Lightfoot, L.L.P. Sep 8, 2017

Nursing homes are places you take aging loved ones when they need help with day-to-day activities, nutrition, and overall care. You trust that they are in the best hands and working alongside people that care about their well-being. Sadly, not...Read More

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