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Unsafe conditions like faulty wiring, improperly stacked merchandise and loose carpeting cause accidents resulting in serious injury. Businesses and property owners have an important responsibility to create safe environments for their customers and visitors. This also includes walkways and parking lots, in addition to the people they hire. Employees are…

By the Numbers 1 in 6 Cases of elder abuse, neglect or exploitation are reported to authorities 1-2 million Americans ages 65 and older are abused by their caretakers Source: National Center on Elder Abuse Rights of Nursing Home Residents Under the federal Nursing Home Reform Law of 1987, all…

Types of Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect In Chicago, IL Nursing home abuse has reached epic proportions in Illinois and across the country. According to the National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA): Nearly 1 in 3 nursing homes have been cited for serious violations 44% of nursing home residents have…

The National Center on Elder Abuse (NCEA) reports that 1 to 2 million Americans ages 65 and older are abused by their caretakers. If it is happening to someone you care about, it may be up to you to make it stop. An elderly or infirm nursing home resident who…

Public Health on a quarterly basis. You can see an example of these reports Illinois nursing homes are regulated, licensed, inspected and certified by state and federal agencies. For instance, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) ensures that nursing homes are in compliance with the mandatory state regulations. This…

The decision to place a loved one in a nursing home is a difficult one. Finding the right home is an emotional and stressful process. Even after the most diligent search, you may end up with a nursing home that fails to provide adequate care and treatment. Too many Illinois…

We all love our dogs. However, dogs can cause serious injuries or even death when they are not properly cared for or supervised. As attorney Brian Salvi pointed out in a WGN radio interview when discussing dog bite claims in Illinois, “At the end of the day, they are animals…

Dogs bite nearly 5 million people a year in the U.S. Almost half of those injured are children, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says. About 800,000 Americans each year seek medical attention for wounds from dog bites, and 386,000 require emergency room treatment. About 16 people die…

Burns are some of the most painful injuries that accident victims face. They can also cause scarring that constantly reminds victims of the painful experience. Burns can also require extensive hospital stays and expensive medical treatment. If you suffered burns because of somebody else’s negligence, you might have the right…