Nursing home residents in Kentucky may sometimes feel as if they have no rights, but the truth is that they are legally protected. Here is what the law specifies: Nursing Home Patients’ Bill of Rights (CGS § 19a-550(b)) Federal and state law each give nursing…
You’ve been feeling lousy lately, and you thought you might have the flu. Your doctor, however, believes that it could be Lyme disease. What kinds of tests will you have to undergo to find out? If it is Lyme disease, what can you do to…
It may seem incredible that a surgeon could leave a pair of scissors in a patient’s body during a procedure. After all, these items are counted beforehand to prevent these mistakes from happening. So it’s surprising that, in almost 90 percent of cases of retained…
In recent months, schools in Louisville and throughout the United States have laid off or reduced the hours of on-site school nurses. This unfortunate move has come about as a response to tight education budgets, and it has had serious consequences for many children. The…
Nursing homes must be respectful of their patients and must provide them with appropriate care and treatment for all medical conditions, including urinary incontinence. If your loved one isn’t getting the care they deserve, contact a Louisville nursing home abuse attorney. If you or a…
A recent study has found that women are at a higher risk of death following a hip fracture. There are several things you can do that may help prevent a hip fracture from happening in the first place. Contact a Louisville nursing home abuse attorney…