BIRMINGHAM LEGAL ISSUES BLOG
The emotional side of hernia mesh problems
Those struggling with hernia mesh problems often face significant pain and other physical hardships, such as a fever and nausea. However, it is important to remember that there are other hardships associated with hernia mesh complications, such as financial problems...
Dehydration may be an early sign of nursing home neglect
If you have an elderly relative in a nursing home, you understand the importance of adequate care. Unfortunately, though, nursing home neglect is alarmingly common. In fact, the National Center on Elder Abuse reports that nearly all nursing home residents have either...
What does Alabama require of its nursing homes?
The right nursing home can give peace of mind to all family and friends involved in the life of a resident. If you are looking into a nursing home for yourself or your loved one, or you are researching requirements because you believe a facility is not up to par, it...
What may cause your Social Security Disability benefits to end?
You have firsthand knowledge of how difficult receiving Social Security Disability benefits can be. Receiving application acceptance is a triumph, but you may wonder how long you can expect to receive benefits. The Disability Benefits Center explains situations that...
How long does Social Security Disability last?
While you sustained an injury that left you unable to work, the good news is you received an approval for Social Security Disability. How long can you expect to receive benefits? The Disability Benefits Center explains circumstances that can end your SSD. Learn how to...
Can your child receive disability benefits?
When your child has disabilities, you may wonder how you will manage all the medical expenses. In some situations, children may qualify for Social Security Disability benefits. The Social Security Administration provides disability benefits to children under the age...
Protecting vulnerable nursing home residents
The children and relations of elderly people expect a nursing home to care for their loved ones. On the other hand, the owners of the nursing home expect to make a profit. When profit comes ahead of patient care, seniors can suffer. The U.S. Department of Justice...
Non-verbal signs of neglect or abuse?
Alabama residents expect their loved ones to receive the best care in nursing home facilities. The staff should treat everyone with dignity and respect. Unfortunately, that does not always happen. Today we will look at abuse and neglect in the nursing home industry....
Sexual abuse of elder residents results in two arrests
As large quantities of the nation's population continue to age, the need for safe and quality care of elderly people only continues to grow with it. While some people may live well into their 80s or 90s and be able to remain home or with family members until they die,...
Issues regarding cameras in nursing homes
Any family with an aging relative in need of care beyond what can safely and adequately be provided at home knows how difficult it is to make the choice to put their loved one in a nursing home. The act of doing this is hard in part because it is an admission of a...
