We place our beloved elders in nursing homes to ensure that they have a safe and social environment to spend their golden years. But, all too often they are abused by unscrupulous staff members who take advantage of their vulnerability, sometimes for personal… Read more
Making the choice to put your loved one in a nursing home is very difficult. Many people wish they could take care of their families on their own instead of having someone else do it. Unfortunately, this isn’t always an option. Caring for someone, especially if they have medical or other… Read more
Alpharetta, Georgia, has been called the Technology City of the South as it is home to more than 700 technology companies. It also remains a leading destination for corporations and retail trade. Alpharetta businesses employ more than 120,000 people, which eclipses the total of the local… Read more
At least once a year, a local Pittsburgh news station presents a detailed report about the disheartening presence of nursing home abuse in the city, as well as across the State of Pennsylvania. More than… Read more
Being a business owner can be rewarding, but it can also be scary and challenging, especially when something unexpected happens that causes you to have to close your business. As Covid-19 ravaged the world, many businesses were forced to close and comply with local and state orders. While this… Read more
When picking a nursing home to care for your elderly loved one, you likely performed a great deal of research to find a place where you would feel comfortable leaving them in their fragile state. Tragically, even though you did your due diligence, there are times when monstrous things can happen… Read more
Our elderly family members have the right to live out their twilight years in comfort and dignity. Discovering that your loved one suffered ill-treatment can be heartbreaking and upsetting.
Elder abuse is not only upsetting and immoral; it is also illegal. According to the… Read more
Discovering that your loved one is the victim of egregious nursing home abuse can be shocking and upsetting. Nursing home abuse is a serious offense and can have tragic consequences for elderly and frail nursing home residents, potentially leading to life-changing injury or loss of life. … Read more
No one is immune to the demands of a hectic, high-pressure work life. Stress, physical exertion, and long hours behind a desk can take their toll. Of the 157 million people employed in the U.S., 83% report that they suffer from work-related stress. But while some career demands are acceptable,… Read more
When you take your loved one to a nursing home in Covington, you naturally hope that they will be well taken care of by the parties responsible for their well-being. Unfortunately, that's not always the case. Numerous instances of nursing home abuse are reported every day—abuse that was… Read more
Morgan & Morgan represents survivors of priest abuse throughout the United States to hold clergy accountable for misusing their positions of supreme authority. If you need an NYC priest abuse lawyer, turn to the experienced team of attorneys at Morgan & Morgan that pursue justice for… Read more
It is no secret that Florida remains one of if not the most popular states for residents to retire. Not only is the state home to the second largest number of seniors, but Florida also ranks for having the second-largest… Read more
When you place a loved one in a skilled nursing facility in Owensboro, you hope they can live out their remaining years in dignity and comfort. Discovering that your relative or friend is subjected to egregious nursing home abuse can be shocking. Sadly, abuse and neglect may occur on a much… Read more
Florida has about 3.5 million residents who are 65 years old and over. It's projected that by 2030, that number will double. Florida attracts seniors for many reasons, such as no state income tax, no inheritance tax, sunny weather, beaches, and world-class health care providers. However, when… Read more
With its low tax environment and multilingual workforce, Miami is an attractive city for various companies, from start-ups to Fortune 500 corporations. However, business owners know that it may only be a matter of time before they find themselves initiating a lawsuit or becoming the subject of a… Read more
We treat our elders with respect and assume others will do the same, but in some cases, it’s not always like we hoped. Finding yourself in a situation where your loved one experienced abuse from the hand that was supposed to protect them is something that no one should ever have to endure in a… Read more
Elder abuse occurs when the action or inaction of a caregiver causes harm or distress to the older adult. Elderly residents living in a nursing home or assisted living facility have the expectation that they will not be harmed by their caregivers and will be properly looked after. Family members… Read more
If you could be with your child 24 hours a day, you would. But life frequently forces you to leave your child unattended while you do other things.
When you place your child… Read more
As unthinkable as it may be, Individuals over the age of 60 can be at risk of suffering from elder abuse. These older adults often suffer from medical conditions that need treatment, either from a visiting caregiver or in a long-term care center. Their… Read more
Nursing home abuse is a serious problem in the United States. According to the National Council on Aging, as many as one in six seniors will experience some form of abuse. And unfortunately, nursing home abuse is often underestimated and underreported. If you or a loved one has been injured due… Read more
When a nursing home betrays your trust by subjecting your loved one to abuse, you have the right to fight back and hold them accountable. Some of these facilities only care about making profits, not your loved one’s well-being. That’s why you need a Covington… Read more
When you place a loved one in an assisted living facility or a nursing home, you expect that the staff will take the appropriate steps to care for them and preserve their dignity. If this doesn't happen, however, you may need to communicate with elder abuse… Read more
As people grow older, they may require assistance handling their everyday needs, like grooming, errands, and medical care. Certain medical conditions can make it difficult for older adults to function independently. When their capabilities begin to decline,… Read more
Cincinnati has dozens of nursing homes and assisted living facilities that provide care to aging residents. While many of these facilities have sufficient, caring, and competent staff, we still hear stories of callous disregard for residents' needs and the inhumane treatment of our most… Read more
No child should ever have to live through sexual abuse. For these children, it’s often hard to share with adults what has happened to them. When there are signs and symptoms of child sexual abuse, trusted adults want to take action quickly not just to end the… Read more
There are about a dozen nursing homes and assisted living facilities in the Gainesville, Florida, area, many of which offer stellar services by caring staff. However, in the past few years, long-term care facilities have been hit particularly hard by Covid and all the residual issues that the… Read more
Most companies in Alpharetta, especially smaller businesses and start-ups, are vulnerable to disruptions from natural disasters, vandalism, and other adverse events. Whether you were forced to shutter your company during COVID-19, or a fire, flood, or vandalism stopped you from trading, business… Read more
The city of Pittsburgh is home to more than 300,000 residents. In recent years, the population aged 65 and over has been increasing. As a result, there is an increased need for reliable care for their elderly loved ones. … Read more
Most companies in Alpharetta, especially smaller businesses and start-ups, are vulnerable to disruptions from natural disasters, vandalism, and other adverse events. Whether you were forced to shutter your company during COVID-19, or a fire, flood, or vandalism stopped you from trading, business… Read more
Your loved one deserves to be treated with utmost respect and dignity at a nursing home. And when that’s not the case, you may be able to bring a civil lawsuit against the nursing home or any other party that violated your loved one’s rights. The biggest… Read more
The pain of finding out that the people you’ve entrusted to take care of your loved one have done the opposite can wreck your heart. Such betrayal can cause you so much pain and suffering, not forgetting what your loved one is already going through. It’s even… Read more
Nursing homes are legally responsible for ensuring that their residents live in a safe environment free from any form of abuse. If you or a loved one is a victim of abuse in a nursing home, you may be able to bring a lawsuit against the responsible party. But… Read more
Nursing home businesses are booming in Phoenix, Arizona. Sadly, some care providers are in it for only the money, not the satisfaction of providing quality care to their residents. This explains why unfortunate situations like nursing home abuse are far too… Read more
Nursing homes are supposed to provide a safe haven for their residents. But the reality is that some nursing homes could be the reason your loved one has suffered serious injuries or even life-long trauma. In such cases, Florida laws allow victims to seek… Read more
The pain of discovering that your loved one is a victim of nursing home abuse is indescribable. While not all nursing homes in this part of South Carolina abuse their residents, the few that do deserve to be held accountable. Depending on the nature of the… Read more
When you take your loved one to a nursing home, you always expect them to receive the highest standards of care. Unfortunately, in some nursing homes, that’s far from the truth. Nursing home abuse incidents are not uncommon in West Palm Beach. And if you or a… Read more
After roughly four years of litigation and a three-week trial, a jury handed down verdicts totaling $14.5 million to Good Gateway LLC and SEG Gateway LLC, who were represented by Morgan & Morgan Business Trial Group attorneys… Read more
Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf on Sunday signed the state’s medical marijuana bill into law after it quickly breezed through the House and Senate last week, making the state the 24th to legalize medical marijuana in some capacity. Although marijuana can treat many conditions, people are especially… Read more
Whether you are a home, condo, or business owner, you have rights:
• Within 90 days of claim submission, your insurance company must pay or deny your claim (unless the insurer’s failure is caused by factors beyond the insurer’s control).
• If your insurance company… Read more
The statute of limitations for civil sexual assault cases is up for debate again in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives—or it is supposed to be, in any case. However, like many things in government, politics is interfering with a process that was… Read more
In California, survivors of sexual assault are now eligible to revive their sexual assault and abuse claims thanks to the Sexual Abuse and Cover-Up Accountability Act, which was signed into law by California lawmakers earlier this year. California plaintiffs… Read more
As older adults become physically and mentally frail, they require a network of family members, healthcare professionals, and other members of the community to provide care and advocate for their needs. There is perhaps no place that understands this quite as much as Florida, where seniors make… Read more
Senior citizens living alone in Osceola County can now look forward to weekly visits, but their visitors might not be who you would expect. The St. Cloud Police Department has launched their “Senior Watch Program” to keep an eye on seniors without family in the area.
And while these… Read more
Employees being screwed out of their wages isn’t anything new. Many workers have had to fight to receive rightful pay for working overtime or off-the-clock. In New York, employees are no strangers to this unlawful action, as several high-profile wage theft busts occur every year in our city.… Read more
Although occurrences of wage theft can be found on every rung of the corporate ladder, these labor violations are most rampant where low-wage labor exists, like the restaurant and hospitality industries. This poses a special concern to workers in Kissimmee, as our city’s top employers include… Read more
Central Florida is home to some of our nation’s biggest and best restaurants, resorts, and tourist destinations. Although these lucrative business are beloved for the prestige and tax revenue they bring our state, the hospitality and food industries also have an unsavory reputation for frequent… Read more
Nursing home patients are unique because they need almost constant attention, physically and mentally. Though this is what our loved ones deserve, it is often not the treatment they receive. Studies have shown that between one and two million Americans over the age of 65 have been victims of… Read more
Morgan & Morgan is proud to continue its support of Harbor House of Central Florida by sponsoring a safe haven home for those homeless due to domestic violence or human trafficking. This new home will defend families fleeing their homes that… Read more