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Why a Bedsore Acquired in a Nursing Home Is a Sign of Inadequate Care

Bed sores may be an indication of poor nursing home care when staff fail to follow protocol and assist patients with their daily living needs.

Poor Communication Can Result in Labor and Delivery Complications

Poor communication during labor and delivery can lead to complications and even potential birth injury.

Why You May Want to Avoid Hospitals When Residents Start Their Rotation

Admission to a hospital during a new rotation of resident training can be deadly for patients as residents are frequently inadequately trained and are sleep deprived.

Why the Emergence of Nursing Home Chains Poses Problems to Nursing Home Patients

As more nursing home chains continue to expand into the market, they can post a threat to senior living at these facilities when facilities attempt to maximize profitability.

Filing a Vaping Injury Lawsuit in California

An uptick in vaping-related illness gained national attention this summer. There are nearly 500 cases in three dozen states that alarmed legislators at the state and federal level. A proposed ban calls for the prohibition of vaping products that contain flavoring.

How to File A Wrongful Death Lawsuit After A Boat Fire In California

On Monday, September 2, 2019, a dive boat carrying 39 people caught fire in the early morning hours off the coast of Santa Cruz Island, California. 34 people died, and five crew members survived.

How Much Does A Los Angeles Personal Injury Lawyer Cost

After an accident, injury victims are often left with many immediate expenses. They may have to pay medical bills and pharmacy costs out of pocket. Damaged property might have to be replaced right away. Other expenses can accrue at a time when the victim is out of work and not receiving a regular paycheck.

California Car Accident Arbitration

Arbitration in California for car accident injury victims in California may feel limiting in some ways. Pursuing a claim through traditional court proceedings may seem like a significant undertaking when trying to recover from your physical, mental, and emotional injuries.

CAN YOU SUE AFTER A CALIFORNIA DIVE BOAT ACCIDENT?

Recently, a dive boat off the coast of Santa Cruz island suffered a devastating fire. CNN reports that all thirty-three passengers are presumed dead. This tragedy is a stark reminder of the dangers associated with boating in Southern California. Victims who are injured on a dive boat in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence have the legal right to be compensated for their losses.

SHOULD GUN OWNERS BE FINGERPRINTED?

The head of the Illinois State Police is calling on legislators to take action requiring gun holders to provide a set of fingerprints upon renewal of their Firearms Owner Identity Cards.

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