Transcript: The type of damages that you may recover in a nursing home abuse or neglect case will depend mostly on the types of injuries that were suffered. For most nursing home neglect and abuse cases, the principal item of damages will be general damages. These are often referred to as ‘pain and suffering.’ Pain …
Transcript: An overwhelming majority of nursing home neglect and abuse cases are settled outside of court. The reason for this is twofold: First, almost all nursing homes request that the resident sign an arbitration agreement at the time of admissions, and most residents sign them without realizing it. Arbitration is an alternative dispute resolution method …
Transcript: When a loved one passes away, the type of lawsuit that may be brought, and the family members that may bring the suit, will depend on the circumstances surrounding the passing. When a person dies due to reasons other than the injury for which a claim can be made, then the personal injury claim …
Transcript: Cases of nursing home neglect and abuse in Georgia are investigated by a few different agencies and departments. Where there is severe abuse or neglect, the local police may choose to investigate and make arrests. The local district attorney may prosecute individuals where criminal charges are made. The primary agency responsible for investigating nursing …
Transcript: Unfortunately, with the population of the country’s elder population growing, and an influx of new, untested long term care facilities, the number of elder abuse cases is growing. However, there are some things that loved ones can do to reduce the risk of abuse or neglect at a nursing home or assisted living facility. …
Transcript: Generally, in Georgia, the statute of limitations for bringing a personal injury claim is two years. We have these time limits to ensure that lawsuits do not linger indefinitely and people and corporations involved in legal disputes can resolve these matters and move on with their lives. However, there are a few exceptions to …
Transcript: When an injured person passes away prior to the filing of a personal injury lawsuit or bringing a claim, what happens next will depend on the circumstances surrounding the death. If the injured person died due for reasons other than the injury, for example, cancer or complications due to emphysema, then any personal injury …
Transcript: Just because health insurance paid for your medical bills after your car wreck does not mean that you do not have personal injury claim. In fact, it is generally a good idea that you use your health insurance after an accident. One of the primary factors that determines the value of your personal injury …
Transcript: The value of a personal injury claim is going to depend on several factors, from the permanency of your injuries, to the amount in lost wages and medical procedures, to the affect that the pain has had on your day to day activities. All of these and more all thrown into the calculation to …
Transcript: It may be a difficult task to find the best nursing home for your loved one, but there are a few things to consider that may make the decision a bit easier. Once you have a facility in mind, it is important to conduct a bit of your own research. Most nursing homes receive …
