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Disability benefits make it possible to live a normal life after a traumatic accident. However, when insurance organizations act unethically, it can potentially create an expensive situation that may take years to recover from. Recent evidence suggests that some major insurance providers are… Read more
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Bedsores develop gradually, often while someone is already immobile or dependent on others for care. Families often don’t learn about them until a visit, a routine care moment, or a hospital transfer reveals an injury that has already taken hold.At that stage, the question is less about what a… Read more
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There are many reasons someone may be fired from their job, but sometimes these reasons aren’t fair. In some cases, they may even be illegal. That’s often called wrongful termination, wrongful discharge, or wrongful dismissal. So what’s wrongful about it? And why does it matter? … Read more
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If you or someone close to you is facing a serious mental health condition, you're not alone, and you're not without protection. The Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) covers more than just physical health issues. It also safeguards your job when mental health challenges, such as depression,… Read more
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Families put an enormous amount of trust in nursing homes. They show up for visits, ask questions, and trust the information given by staff. And finding out that a loved one has developed bedsores, sometimes serious ones, can shake that trust to its foundation.Bedsores happen when sustained… Read more
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As the population ages, elder abuse has become a growing concern, particularly in nursing homes and assisted living facilities. Elder abuse encompasses a range of harmful behaviors, including physical, emotional, sexual, and financial abuse, as well as neglect. It’s important for families and… Read more
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One worker was killed and three others were wounded in a scaffolding collapse at a residential building in Manhattan’s Murray Hill neighborhood on July 16, 2020. The workers were restoring the facade of the 11-story structure when a suspended platform crashed into a scaffolding that lined the… Read more
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In March, Congress passed a law meant to help workers in the wake of COVID-19. This law is deeply significant for the U.S., which lacks centralized or widespread paid leave programs. But what does this law provide for workers, and who is able to receive its benefits? According to the New York… Read more
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When you or a loved one walks into an emergency room, you expect swift and competent care. ER doctors, nurses, and staff are trained to make quick, life-saving decisions under intense pressure. But even in high-stress situations, medical professionals are still held to certain standards. If… Read more
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Personal injury law protects the people and property harmed by a person’s actions or lack thereof. A “tort,” in personal injury context, is the action taken that causes injury to a third party or their property.
Torts range from failing to check a mirror when merging to medical professionals… Read more
