Nursing

Wyoming Supreme Court Orders Full Compensation in Nursing Home Negligence Case

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Cheyenne, WY – In a significant ruling, the Wyoming Supreme Court has declared that a local nursing home is fully responsible for damages awarded to the daughter of a deceased resident due to negligence. The court found that Legacy Living and Rehabilitation Center must bear the total costs awarded by a jury, overturning a lower court’s decision that had reduced the damages according to the facility’s assigned fault. Previously, a trial judge had adjusted the nursing home’s financial liability to only cover a portion of the damages, corresponding to the jury’s determination of their share … Read more

Alabama Mother Sparks Legislative Push for Nursing Moms after Courthouse Incident

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BIRMINGHAM, Ala. — A recent incident involving a nursing mother at the Jefferson County Courthouse, which quickly escalated into a viral social media story, has sparked significant legislative efforts in Alabama. This chain of events began when Kandace Brown, a mother from Morris, was threatened with legal complications for bringing her baby to court while on jury duty. The ordeal has ignited a campaign to amend state laws to better accommodate nursing mothers in similar situations. Brown’s personal experience, where she was effectively shamed for attending jury duty with her three-month-old because the infant is … Read more

States Debate Granny Cam Laws in Nursing Homes: Balancing Safety with Privacy Concerns

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As legislative bodies reconvene this month, lawmakers in at least two states are weighing the possibilities for increased transparency and safety in long-term care facilities by considering the adoption of laws that would allow the installation of video cameras in nursing home residents’ rooms. These proposed “granny cam” laws follow the lead of 16 states where similar rules have already been implemented, aiming to ensure the well-being and rights of elderly residents. The proposed legislation was brought forward in Pennsylvania earlier this Wednesday, advocating for the use of video surveillance as a means for families … Read more

Seeking Justice: Your Legal Guide on Handling Nursing Home Injuries

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In response to growing concerns about resident safety in nursing homes, recent years have seen an alarming rise in reports of injuries within these facilities, prompting questions about oversight and care standards. The seriousness of the issue is reflected in the disturbingly high number of incidents reported annually, including falls, medication errors, and even cases of abuse. These occurrences not only endanger lives but also highlight systemic problems in the regulation and management of long-term care homes. Statistics indicate that over one million elderly and disabled residents in nursing facilities across the country are at … Read more