Can I be forced to sign an arbitration agreement in a nursing home? The 7th Amendment gives all Americans the right to trial by jury to resolve disputes. Similar to a trial by jury, arbitration is an alternative way to…

The prevalence of elder abuse in both institutional and in-home care settings appears to be rising due to a perfect storm of circumstances. First, the number of Americans 65-plus is exploding as Baby Boomers age and require more care. Second,…

Every year millions of Americans suffer from a preventable fall injury, and over 800,000 of those will end up in the emergency room with a fracture or head injury. According to the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons, falls are the…

Settling a case for an individual lacking legal capacity or a minor creates several legal issues. This article co-authored by Donna MacKenzie, addresses those issues and provides a roadmap for the efficient resolution of these cases.   If you would…