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Family Advocates for Victims of Assisted Living Negligence
After the tragic and sudden death of her brother in an assisted living facility in Toledo, Ohio, Samantha Vaughn knew she had to do something. That’s why she founded the nonprofit advocacy group Pauly’s Place, named after her brother.
Read MoreWhen Medication Errors Cause Harm, Who Pays?
Almost everyone has, at some point in their life, made a trip to the pharmacy. Whether for something as simple as the flu or for something more serious, prescription medication is a fact of life. Pharmacies exist to help patients get better — which is why it can be especially devastating when a medication error causes serious harm and jeopardizes a person’s health and…
Read MoreExtreme Sports Often Come with Extreme TBI Risk
Whether it’s in snowboarding, skiing, skateboarding or BMX, many extreme sports athletes put themselves in extremely dangerous situations to defy gravity and beat the competition. Aside from the expected broken bones and torn muscles, though, too many of these athletes suffer traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) because of their passion.
Read MoreWhat Laws Apply to Drowning Accident Cases?
More than 3,500 people unintentionally drown each year in non-boating-related incidents, and 20 percent of drowning victims are under the age of 15. That translates to 10 drowning fatalities every day, two of whom are children — a rate which makes drowning the second leading cause of death among those under 15. In addition, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that for…
Read MoreCelebrate National Safety Month This June
According to the National Safety Council (NSC), preventable accidental injuries are currently the fourth-leading cause of death in the United States. In 2014 alone, there were a total of 136,053 deaths caused by preventable accidents. The most common types of accidents were falls, motor vehicle crashes, and poisonings.
Read MoreCan Better Urban Planning Reduce Pedestrian and Bicycle Accidents?
Increasingly, more and more people are choosing to walk, bike, or take public transpiration, whether for work or pleasure. Community leaders often encourage these activities, which can improve the health of both individuals and the environment.
Read MoreSafe Cycling, Walking, and Jogging Tips for Spring
Spring has sprung. As the daily temperature increases, we will inevitably see a blossoming of walkers, joggers, runners, and cyclists on and along our streets. With this uptick in outdoor activity, though, comes the responsibility of pedestrians, bicyclists, and car and truck drivers to stay on alert and practice safe habits to avoid a…
Read MoreA Brief Anatomy of an Injury Lawsuit
After a catastrophic injury, putting your life back together and moving toward some sense of normality and closure can be extremely difficult. For many victims, one of the most important steps toward this goal involves filing a lawsuit and holding the negligent parties who caused their injury accountable. Every successful catastrophic injury claim requires three…
Read MoreHow to Check for Assisted Living Facility Violations
The decision to send a loved one to an assisted living facility is never easy, and though many assisted living facilities offer quality housing and care, far too many cases of abuse and negligence continue to occur. If you have a loved one who resides in assisted living or are considering placing a relative in…
Read MoreWhen Is a Personal Injury Considered Catastrophic?
In the field of catastrophic injury law, we are often confronted with the question, “What makes an injury catastrophic?” This seems like a reasonable thing to ask, especially since the term “catastrophic injury” can occur in a variety of contexts, from emergency rooms to NFL broadcasts.
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