Can Administering a Sleep Aid in a Nursing Home Be Considered Neglect?

In many nursing homes, some residents may need medication to fall asleep. While these medications can be beneficial when prescribed and administered in an appropriate manner, their misuse or overuse can raise legal concerns. Can

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What Does Duty of Care Mean for Nursing Home Residents? 

In any personal injury claim, you may hear the term duty of care. But what does the duty of care mean for nursing home residents? With that, this duty represents the obligation of staff, management,

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What Is a Scoop Mattress?

According to reports by Naplab, roughly 16.8 million new mattresses are sold in the United States each year, leading to $18.9 billion in mattress sales in 2023 alone.  Of these modern bedding options, the scoop

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How Frequently Do Different Types of Abuse Occur in Nursing Homes?

Elder abuse has long been a problem facing residents across the United States. Over the past few years, signs have been showing that it’s only becoming a more pronounced issue, both in nursing homes and

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