A personal injury attorney is a legal professional who represents people who have sustained injuries in an accident that resulted because of someone else’s fault. They help accident victims and their immediate family members pursue justice and monetary compensation for their injuries, losses, and economic as well as non-economic damages. This usually includes medical expenses, lost income/wages, loss of earning capacity, … Read More
How to Recognize Elder Abuse in Utah
According to the National Institute on Aging, hundreds of thousands of elders are abused every year in the US. People over the age of 60 are often exploited financially, abused, or neglected – and often by those that are supposed to care for them. This abuse can happen in a variety of places, including their homes and assisted living facilities. … Read More
Signs of Nursing Home Abuse in Utah
According to the National Institute on Aging, every year hundreds of thousands of adults 60-years-old or older suffer exploitation, abuse, and neglect. That is far too many. Nursing home abuse in Utah and throughout the country is rampant and it is time more people paid attention. At Carlson Injury, we help nursing home abuse victims and their families take legal … Read More
Understanding Nursing Home Neglect in Utah
Every year, more than 5 million elders experience neglect in nursing homes throughout the country. At Carlson Injury, we strive to help victims of nursing home neglect in Utah through committed, knowledgeable legal representation. We have helped multiple families pursue legal action against nursing homes and we are ready to do the same for you. Nursing Home Neglect in Utah … Read More
Nursing Home Neglect in Utah – Winter Hazards
Nursing home neglect in Utah is a major problem – but nursing home abuse and neglect are particularly hazardous during the winter months. Winter in Utah is an extreme season, one that can be deadly if you are not prepared for it. The elderly are especially vulnerable to cold and weather extremes, which is why it’s so important for nursing … Read More
6 Questions to Ask Your Lawyer about Nursing Homes Abuse and Neglect
Elders living in nursing homes are greatly dependent on their caregivers for their day-to-day needs. They place utmost trust and faith in their caregivers. If caregivers break this trust, the outcome can be devastating. Findings related to institutional abuse reveal shocking figures. In a review, residents of these institutes reported high levels of abuse, which included psychological abuse (33.4%), physical (14.1%), … Read More
Utah Nursing Home Neglect – Post Pandemic
The nursing home industry is responsible for housing more than 1.3 million people in America. For such a large and important industry, it has gone without significant scrutiny for some time – and the pandemic exposed many of its weaknesses. Utah nursing home neglect, and similar neglect in every state, have come into the spotlight. Nursing homes became some of … Read More
Reasons for Suing a Nursing Home
Does your elderly loved one show signs of nursing home abuse or neglect? If the answer is yes, you may be wondering if you should take legal action. We are advocates for nursing home abuse victims and we believe that those victims deserve skilled legal representation. However, you may still be uncertain if your reasons for suing a nursing home … Read More
Utah Nursing Home Abuse – One of the Worst States
Utah is a wonderful state in many ways. But, like any state, we do have some serious issues that we need to address. Utah nursing home abuse is one of them. According to one study of the 50 states and the District of Columbia, Utah nursing home abuse common. It is so bad that our state ranks #48 out of … Read More
4 Signs of Nursing Home Abuse
Nursing home abuse and neglect are more prevalent than many people realize. Studies indicate that there may be as many as 5 million elders abused each year. What makes that number even more unsettling is that it is likely too low. Many experts think that a large portion of abuse cases go unreported. If you have a loved one living … Read More
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