When families have to place their loved ones in nursing homes, they do so with utmost trust. They believe that their family members will be well taken care of, and most of the time, they are. We wish that were the case across the board. Sometimes nursing home residents are abused or neglected, and if […]
Both elder abuse and neglect are serious problems in nursing homes and long-term care facilities in St. Louis. But these are actually two separate issues. It’s important to know the difference between them; especially if you have a loved one who is currently living in one of these facilities. What is Elder Neglect? Nursing homes […]
Elder abuse has become much more common than most people realize. In fact, there is research to prove that it might be just as common as child abuse. If you have a loved one living a long-term care facility, that might scare you, as it should. It’s important to know as much as you can […]
Your employer has a legal obligation to make sure your work environment is safe. Sometimes accidents happen that lead to injuries, but those accidents might be due to negligence on the part of your employer. Either way, it’s important for you to know your rights if you’re the one who has been hurt. Protecting Your […]
Getting injured on the job is something that impacts a countless number of families in Missouri every single year. While some people pursue legal action, many are completely unaware of what rights they have in these types of situations. We want to help clarify things if you or someone you love needs to pursue a […]
Construction zones are common areas for car accidents. In fact, close to 68,000 accidents happened in construction zones in 2013, and that number is sure to have either remained the same or increased. There are a lot of reasons why construction areas present a higher risk for crashes. For example: • People may be driving […]
People are injured in slip and fall accidents all the time. But not all of them take the right steps to pursue a lawsuit. There are six things you will want to avoid if you’ve been in this type of accident. 1. Don’t Just Walk Away Slips and falls should always be reported to the […]
Once a person has been injured in a slip and fall accident, their thoughts may go to filing a lawsuit. But a lot of people don't know where to even begin the legal process. It can be confusing, but there's no need to worry because we're here to help. You'll want to make sure you […]
If you've been hurt in a slip and fall accident, it can be a scary and confusing time. Most people are more concerned about their health and well-being, and rightly so. You should be. But there will come a time when the real impact of your accident will start to be felt. That could be seen […]
