A nursing assistant was caught in the crossfire. Now she’s paralyzed. | Law and order | stltoday.com

The family of Tamara Collier asks: ‘Who helps us after the aftermath of violence? Who consoles us?’

Source: A nursing assistant was caught in the crossfire. Now she’s paralyzed. | Law and order | stltoday.com

Click above to read.

Heart breaking story. What is available to her? Lawsuit against shooter? No money you can get from the criminal. Not a workers’ compensation claim because she not on the job. She certainly qualifies for Social Security Disability because she can no longer work. But it is not very much money. She will get Medicaid and eventually Medicare for her medical needs, but it does not cover all expenses. All in all a depressing situation. Shows the law does not remedy all our needs, and that there is evil in the world.

What to Do About Nursing Home Resident Neglect

If you suspect someone has been subject to Nursing Home neglect or abuse make sure to call the Illinois Department on Aging hotline at 866-800-1409.

You may also contact the nursing home ombudsman in the county in question.

What does Nursing home abuse and neglect look like?

It may involve inadequate nutrition or fluid intake;

Dirty or unsafe facilities;

Resident falls;

Medication problems;

Residents leaving the premises without supervision;

Use of physical restraints without medical necessity;

Failure to meet government rules; or

Failure to provide reasonable care to protect the residents.

If you think something may be wrong in the nursing facility make sure to contact the Illinois Department on Aging, and contact the lawyers at Williams and Swee to discuss your options.

All cases are taken on a contingent fee basis. We only get paid if you recover. Call 309-827-4371.

 

Naperville woman who became amputee a year ago prepping for Chicago Triathlon – Naperville Sun

Danielle “Dee” Palagi is turning tragedy into triumph.

Source: Naperville woman who became amputee a year ago prepping for Chicago Triathlon – Naperville Sun

Click above to read.

Even if a person has a good recovery from vehicle collision injuries they are able to sue for damages related to pain, suffering, and loss of use of their functions they had before the injury.

Family of homeless woman who died in Richmond Heights jail settles wrongful death lawsuit | Law and order | stltoday.com

Richmond Heights is paying the family of Anna Brown more than $560,000.

Source: Family of homeless woman who died in Richmond Heights jail settles wrongful death lawsuit | Law and order | stltoday.com

Click above to read.

The world is full of sadness. Lawsuit against hospitals who turned woman away for failure to diagnose and treat properly.