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 occur daily around the United States. Fatal accidents from forklifts occur annually, and thousands are...
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Adult Daycare Abuse: What is it?
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 and emotional support during the day or overnight for specified hours while family members that...
Read MorePaulette Chapman Hosts Fundraiser for Women’s Bar Foundation of DC
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 culinary talent to providing a full course buffet based on the theme of...
Read MoreEmotional Abuse in Nursing Homes: What to Know
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...
Read MoreWhat 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...
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