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India treats its cows better than United States Treats its elderly in Nursing Homes

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By Jeffrey J. Downey, attorney representing victims of elder neglect and abuse Cows are sacred in India.  There’s a nursing home on the outskirts of New Delhi that provides  free food and lodging, a well resources hospital. Its patients are cows. https://www.bloomberg.com/news/features/2018-01-23/india-s-sacred-cow-now-threatens-an-83-billion-dairy-industry At the Shri Krishna Gaushala, the 8,100 bovine residents receive abundant feed and … Read more →

Barkman Discovery Decisions

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Motion to Compel, Maryland Kevin Barkman v. Fahrney-Keedy Memorial Home, Law C-21-CV-18-643 By Jeffrey J. DowneyServing clients in Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia.Address:  8270 Greensboro Drive, Suite 810, McLean, VA, 22101Phone 703-564-7318. On the web at www.jeffdowney.com. The attached order was entered in the above case on April 2, 2019.  The underlying complaint alleged negligence … Read more →

The Maryland Insurance Administration and Unfair Claims Practices

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By Jeffrey J. Downey, Attorney representing clients in Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia.Phone 703-564-7318, email jdowney@jeffdowney.com On the web at www.jeffdowney.com. Dealing with insurance companies in auto accident or personal injury cases can be challenging.  When insurance companies fail to honor their coverage obligations or engage in unfair practices, it can be difficult … Read more →

Mandatory Arbitration – Forcing Vulnerable Patients to Surrender Their Rights

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By Jeffrey J. Downey, Attorney representing clients in Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia. Phone 703-564-7318, email jdowney@jeffdowney.com It is no secret in this country that medical negligence is the third-leading cause of death in this country.  (link https://www.cnbc.com/2018/02/22/medical-errors-third-leading-cause-of-death-in-america.html).  Nursing homes are one of the weakest links in our healthcare chain, so it should … Read more →

Watch List: Cherry Lane Nursing Center

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Thank you for visiting my website. Anyone who is considering the admission of a loved one into a nursing home should undertake a review of surveys or other data that will provide a snapshot of some of the issues or problems that the facility is experiencing. Keep in mind that this information can be limited … Read more →

Watch List: Care Haven Center

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Thank you for visiting my website. Anyone who is considering the admission of a loved one into a nursing home should undertake a review of surveys or other data that will provide a snapshot of some of the issues or problems that the facility is experiencing. Keep in mind that this information can be limited … Read more →

Overcoming Barriers to High Functioning, Independence & Community

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Friends, please review this newsletter from Voices for Quality Care, a vital advocacy group that protects the rights of seniors in our long term care system.  This newsletter contains informative stories on overuse of psychotropic drugs, which can have a sedating effect on our seniors.  Please also consider going on their website and making a … Read more →

Who’s Driving Behind the Wheel? Liability and Insurance Implications for Driverless Cars

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by Jeffrey J. Downey, attorney “With over 90% of all vehicle accidents resulting from on human error, the use of driverless cars could radically change the landscape for liability insurance coverage,” explains McLean personal injury attorney Jeffrey J. Downey. The idea of automated vehicles on America’s roads has raised concerns among Americans and legislators alike, … Read more →