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CARING FOR YOURSELF AND YOUR FAMILY WHEN MEDICAL EMERGENCY OR ILLNESS STRIKES : What is an Advance Directive?

Advanced directives are vital legal documents that empower individuals to make their Health Care preferences known in the event they are unable to communicate or make decisions themselves.

Taking Charge: Early Stage Memory Loss & Advance Care Planning

Memory loss from many causes, including Alzheimer's, Parkinson's or other dementias can be progressive, so it’s important to revisit budgets,  medical assessments,  financial and legal plans periodically to make adjustments as circumstances change. Having open conversations with family members, lawyers and other  trusted individuals about financial decisions, the individual’s wishes, and the role they may play in the future can make memory loss less  stressful for all involved.

Xeljanz-Causing Blood Clots, Cancer, Heart Issues, and Stroke. Do You Qualify?

The FDA released a report February 4, 2021 indicating that Xeljanz and Xeljanz XR, medicines used to treat arthritis and ulcerative colitis, is linked to an increased risk of cancer and serious heart problems. Lawsuits are being filed and anyone who has used one or both of these medicines and then was diagnosed with cancer or a serious heart problem, needs to reach out to us to see if they qualify.

Zantac-Turning Heartburn into Heartache

Many people sought relief of heartburn by taking Zantac. Unfortunately, it left many victims and their families with heartache. Dozens of cancers are linked to taking Zantac. If you or a loved one took Zantac and later was diagnosed with cancer, act immediately before time runs out.

Hernia Mesh-Making a Mesh Out of People’s Lives

Hernia mesh is suppose to help people with hernias get their lives back. Unfortunately, many mesh products are defective and cause people more harm than good. Additional surgeries to remove the defective mesh or revise the defective mesh are needed.

What Advance Medical Directives Should I Have in Place If I’m Concerned About COVID-19?

Advanced Medical Directives in Arizona

Chronic Lupus Patients Can Qualify For Disability Benefits

The Social Security Administration can provide disability benefits to a person who suffers from any ailment, including lupus, a severe autoimmune disease, if the person had it for more than 12 months and cannot earn a living as a result. Applying for disability benefits can become a confusing and complicated process if you do not know about the entire process.

What Is Agoraphobia and How to Get Disability Benefits for It?

Agoraphobia, the fear of being in enclosed or open spaces, such as being in a crowd can be a crippling anxiety disorder. You may avoid these places to prevent feelings of being trapped, embarrassed or helpless. You may also find difficulty in leaving your home in the first place if you have agoraphobia and decide to avoid certain activities altogether as a result.

Litigating the suspension of physician clinical privileges: The intersection of The Illinois Medical Studies Act and the rule of “at issue” waiver

This article address the concept of "at issue waiver" in the context of the Illinois Medical Studies Act.

NURSING HOME AND ALF NEGLECT AND ABUSE: YOUR RIGHTS (AND COVID19 LITIGATION UPDATES)

You or your loved one has been the victim of abuse or neglect in a nursing home, assisted living facility, or by an aide from a Home Health Agency, with important Covid19 updates included.

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