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Reality of Profit Nursing Homes – Prioritizing Profits Over the Safety And Well-Being Of Residents

The concept of for-profit nursing homes raises an inherent tension in healthcare. Unfortunately, many nursing homes are the weakest link in our healthcare system, explains Virginia nursing home attorney Jeffrey Downey. For profit chains like ManorCare, Infinity Healthcare, Consulate and Promedica have some of the worst track records, especially when compared to non-profit facilities. While … Read more →

The Need For Nursing Homes To Take Responsibility For Sexual Assault

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Sexual assault can occur any time, any place, and by seemingly trusted individuals. One particularly disturbing area where this abuse occurs is within the healthcare setting. “Nursing home patients are particularly vulnerable to sexual abuse,” explains nursing home attorney Jeffrey Downey. A recent example is the case of Dr. Robert Hadden, former Columbia University gynecologist. … Read more →

Balancing Privacy and Protection: The Debate on Video Surveillance in Nursing Homes

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The integration of video surveillance in nursing homes is a subject that could stir significant debate in the USA. Virginia nursing home attorney Jeffrey Downey highlights a proposed bill that, while considered beneficial for resident safety, faces anticipated pushback from the healthcare industry primarily due to concerns over privacy infringement. What The Proposed Bill Could … Read more →

Factors That Cause Injuries To Dementia Patients In Nursing Homes

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by Jeffrey Downey, Esq. Since demented patients often lack safety awareness, they are at increased risk for injuries in nursing homes, including falls and other adverse outcomes, like pressure wounds and infections. Caring for elderly individuals suffering from dementia in nursing homes, particularly in Virginia, extends far beyond mere staffing issues. While the numbers and … Read more →

Draft Motion in Limine to Establish admissibility of Traffic Court Conviction

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by Jeffrey Downey, Esq. Virginia law typically prohibits the admission of evidence regarding the underlying traffic infraction, even if an at fault driver is found guilty in traffic court. Based on recent changes to Virginia law, when there is a finding of guilt in a proceeding where the traffic offender does not appear in traffic … Read more →

Recent changes in Virginia law Allows Stacking of UIM Automobile Insurance

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by Jeffrey Downey, Esq. If you have been injured in a car accident, the Virginia assembly just passed a law that allows one to stack Uninsured motorist coverage on top of liability coverage from the at fault driver, explains McLean personal injury attorney Jeffrey J. Downey. Uninsured motorist coverage (UIM) is insurance coverage that a … Read more →

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