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Jeff Downey

Preserve Evidence for Your Personal Injury Claim

by Jeffrey J. Downey, Esq. You may be entitled to compensation if you have been injured in an accident that was not your fault. However, to make a successful claim, you must provide evidence proving your injuries were caused by accident. This can be difficult if you need to know what evidence to collect or … Read more →

What to Expect in Personal Injury Lawsuits

by Jeffrey J. Downey, Esq. A personal injury lawsuit is the legal action taken by individuals who have been injured due to the negligence of others. This type of lawsuit seeks to recover damages for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. An experienced Fairfax personal injury attorney can help accident victims receive the justice … Read more →

When is a facility liable for a bedsore ?

by Jeffrey J. Downey, Esq. Bedsores, also known as pressure ulcers, are preventable injuries that can occur when a person is bedridden or sitting in a chair for an extended period.  Once an open wound develops in can be infected if not treated properly. When a person is neglected and develops bedsores, it can be … Read more →

Defenses To Elder Abuse Charges In The USA

by Jeffrey J. Downey, Esq. It is a sad reality that some people, for various reasons, lack respect for the elderly and will either physically or mentally harm them. While there are laws that protect elderly adults from abuse, it’s becoming more difficult to enforce these laws as more and more elder abuse cases come … Read more →

Suing a Nursing Home for Bed Sores

By Jeffrey J. Downey, Esq Healthy elderly family members require very  little assistance with movement and daily tasks. But when dementia and other illnesses take their toll, it becomes important to secure quality long term care.  Typically, you would hope your loved one receives the respect and care they deserve at a nursing home. But … Read more →

How The Law Protects Elder Abuse Victims

By Jeffrey J. Downey, Esq Elder abuse is a serious problem in the United States. According to the National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA), one in ten elderly people are victims of elder abuse each month. Elder abuse can take many forms, including physical, emotional, sexual, and financial abuse. In this article, you learn the … Read more →

Types of Elder Abuse in Virginia

By Jeffrey J. Downey, Attorney Domestic violence knows no bounds. It can happen to anyone, regardless of age, race, gender, or socioeconomic status. Unfortunately, elders are especially vulnerable to physical, mental and financial abuse. They may be isolated from family and friends, have fewer financial resources, and be in poor health. As a result, they … Read more →

Ideal Steps in a Personal Injury Case in Fairfax, Virginia

If you have been injured in a Virginia accident and are considering filing a personal injury lawsuit, it is important to understand the steps involved. Every personal injury case is different, so you need the help of a Fairfax personal injury attorney to know the exact process and the facts of your situation. However, there … Read more →

Virginia Medical Malpractice Laws

In the past decade alone the term medical malpractice has been a constant feature in many lawsuits against hospitals, healthcare facilities as well as health care providers. While there is a general overview of what medical malpractice is, it is important to be aware of the legal provisions available in order to sue for medical … Read more →

DOJ’s Dismissal of the HCR ManorCare Fraud case demonstrates an underlying policy shift in the current Administration’s “fight” against Medicare Fraud

Press Release: United States, ex rel. Christine Ribik v. HCR ManorCare Inc., (E.D. Virginia)November 21, 2017The Law Office of Jeffrey J. Downey, McLean Virginia. “On November 8, 2017 the Department of Justice signaled its surrender in one of the largest False Claims Act cases ever filed against a nursing home chain for Medicare Fraud,” explains … Read more →