4 Jun 2015
This story relates to the tragic choking death of our client due to the misconduct of the New Jersey Veterans Home – Paramus. The nursing home’s staff left R.L. alone while eating, when they were supposed to assist and supervise him because of a swallowing disorder and his dementia. This [..]
26 May 2015
It’s extremely upsetting and often very difficult to believe that the people you have entrusted to care for your elderly loved one are neglecting or abusing them. Unfortunately it happens more than any of us wants to believe. That’s why you must notify the nurse in charge, director of nursing [..]
20 May 2015
When searching for a nursing home for your elderly family member, you want to be sure you obtain the most up-to-date and accurate information to help you make your decision. Nursing Home Compare is a website run by the US Medicare system. Many people rely on this federal website as [..]
18 May 2015
It’s outrageous to learn that some nursing home companies are more focused on profits than people. The blog below is about just that. The United States Government recently joined in on legal action (consolidating three complaints) against this national nursing home operator. ManorCare has about 280 skilled nursing facilities in [..]
13 May 2015
Every month is a great time to show your support and respect for America’s seniors. However, thanks to the Administration for Community Living, May is being celebrated as “Older Americans Month.” The annual event dates back to President John F. Kennedy who designated May as Senior Citizens Month. The name [..]
Winning Results
$1,400,000
SETTLEMENT
against a nursing home for the choking death of a resident
$1,000,000
SETTLEMENT
against an assisted living facility for injury and wrongful death of a resident
$930,000
VERDICT
against a Middlesex County nursing home for a resident’s pressure ulcers and wrongful death
$3,000,000
SETTLEMENT
settlement for workers with mesothelioma, lung cancer, and asbestosis caused by asbestos in the workplace