In the past few years, light has been shed on the number of nursing homes and assisted living facilities in Illinois that are staffed with inadequately trained caregivers. Tragically, some large corporations that own long-term care facilities may choose to put profit...
Month: July 2016
Car accidents caused by drunk drivers often result in fatalities
Illinois roads can be hazardous for drivers who are traveling in the safest of vehicles, but motorcyclists can be faced with greater danger due to their exposure. Motorcyclists can be easy to miss by other drivers under even the most perfect weather and road...
Car accidents: Accident leads to a fatality and a serious injury
Holiday weekends are generally filled with enjoyable gatherings that include friends, family and fun activities. In many cases, these events can also lead to an over-indulgence in alcohol, which, unfortunately, may result in an increased number of car accidents. Over...
20 percent of nursing home abuse cases may be caused by neighbors
While there has been increased attention to the quality of care provided to nursing home residents over the past few years, a recent study has uncovered evidence that a significant portion of abuse cases may not even involve caregivers. Instead, it appears that a...