jeffdowneyVoting is a fundamental part of democracy, allowing citizens to shape their country’s future. However, efforts to restrict certain groups, including elderly nursing home patients, from voting are increasing. These individuals have years of wisdom and experience, yet they often face barriers when it comes to voting rights for nursing home residents. This article explores … Read more →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →
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 →