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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… read more →
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… read more →
by Jeffrey J. Downey, Esq. The United States has the lowest life expectancy among large, wealthy, industrialized countries, despite the fact that it far outspends other countries on healthcare. The… read more →
When is my car considered a total loss? Review Your Insurance Policy – it set forth your rights of reimbursement Your insurance policy will determine your rights to recovery. If… read more →
As the baby boomers come of age, more and more Americans are choosing assisted living facilities as their retirement homes. As these facilities seek to admit higher acuity residents, including… read more →
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… read more →
By Jeffrey J. Downey, Esq Staffing is usually a challenge in many nursing homes and assisted living facilities. In fact, much of the neglect in long-term care facilities can be… read more →
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… read more →
By Jeffrey J. Downey, Esq About the Author Jeffrey Downey is a trial attorney with over 30 years of litigation experience. He regularly prosecutes nursing homes and assisted living facilities… read more →
by Jeffrey J. Downey, Esq In Maryland, diagnostic mistakes are common blunders in the medical field, including neglecting to diagnose a patient’s condition, diagnosing the incorrect disease in a patient,… read more →