The holidays are a time when family and friends gather to celebrate, enjoy time together, and ring in the New Year. While many times this is just harmless fun, in other instances individuals with poor judgement make bad choices that wind up getting others injured or...
Month: December 2015
The loss of a child and the wrongful death lawsuit
Coping with the loss of a loved one can be the most difficult thing an individual will confront in his or her life, especially when that loss is caused by the negligence of another. While surviving family members certainly have to cope with the emotional pain caused...
We stand up for nursing home neglect victims
Last week on the blog we discussed dehydration, its effect on the elderly and how nursing home neglect can contribute to the dangers associated with dehydration. This is a serious issue, and is one that should not be taken lightly. However, the tragic reality is that,...
Dehydration and the elderly
Nursing homes and their employees carry a heavy responsibility: caring for our beloved elderly relatives. Many institutions take on this duty with zeal and provide a safe, comfortable home where residents can receive the medical attention they need. However, there are...
Drunk drivers still pose significant risk in Illinois
With the holiday season in full swing, many Illinois residents find themselves at gatherings of family and friends where food and drink are had in large quantities. Though this is a festive time of year for many, for others it is a treacherous and even deadly period....