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 loved one into a nursing home. The specialized care your loved one receives...
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What Benefits Can You Receive From a Workers’ Compensation Claim?
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 have their rules and regulations for compensation, but there are several types of compensation...
Read MoreWhat is a Construction Defect Lawsuit?
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 Construction defects happen in the commercial and residential sector. They typically are found after the...
Read MoreHow Does Workers’ Compensation Apply to Construction Accidents?
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 come with workers’ compensation benefits. Instead, it will depend on how the accident occurred,...
Read More3 Most Common Nursing Home Injuries
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 all nursing homes have the same standards as you or your family members. When
Read MoreWilliam Lightfoot and Kelly Fisher Representing Family of Child Who Died as a Result of Neglect by Day Care Worker
Attorneys William Lightfoot and Kelly Fisher represent the family of a child who died as a result of neglect by a day care worker. The litigation team is helping the family change the law to prevent death to other children. The case is reported in the following article published in the Washington Post:
Read MoreThe Various Types of Bedsores and How They Occur
Bed sores, also known as pressure ulcers, are common for the elderly and those who cannot get up and move around on their own. When pressure constantly sits on delicate skin, blood flow and oxygen depreciate, which makes the skin break down. Eventually, the breakdown leads to painful ulcers. If the ulcers are not cared...
Read More2 Workers Fatally Struck by Amtrak Train
Two CSX workers were hit by an Amtrak train just north of Union Station suffering fatal injuries. The workers had exited a freight train to work on a technical issue when a passenger train struck them, according to the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB). The collision not only suspended service but is now being...
Read MoreTruck Driving is One of the Deadliest Jobs in America: Who is at Risk?
The trucking industry requires a lot from their workers. Not only do workers have horrible hours, but the pay is not worth the physical demands on the body. Furthermore, the lifestyle puts many truck drivers at risk for health conditions, such as diabetes, heart conditions, and blood clots. While the drivers are certainly at risk,...
Read MoreHow Do Attorneys Calculate Damages?
Damages are your compensation after a serious injury. While it seems cold determining how much your injuries and suffering is worth, it is a necessary step in the claim phase. Whether you are filing an official lawsuit or a claim with the insurance company, the goal is to receive compensation that covers your financial...
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