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New York Times Investigation Reveals the Bias in Arbitration
A New York Times investigation revealed that through the increasing use of arbitration clauses by companies across the country, millions of people have been forced to sign away their right to sue a company in court. In the study, the Times analyzed the records of more than 25,000 arbitrators between…
Read MorePriceless Advice from the Elderly
Our elders have gathered a lifetime of experiences to pass on to future generations. Their advice can teach us all some very important lessons for living, as long as we are willing to listen. Dr. Karl Pillemer, a professor of gerontology and human development at Cornell University, has undertaken the…
Read MoreMyths Surrounding Elderly Falls
As an adult child of an elderly parent, you may believe that falls are typical of seniors and there is not much you can do to prevent them. There are steps you can take to ensure your loved one is at less risk for falling like checking their vision, making…
Read MoreFalls Prevention Awareness Day
The National Council on Aging (NCOA) uses the first day of fall, September 23, as an opportunity to raise awareness regarding elderly falls, with the goal of increasing prevention. While falls beginning is inevitable, many elderly falls are preventable. The stats on senior falls are staggering: Of U.S. seniors over…
Read MoreReducing Nursing Home Residents Hospitalizations
Nursing home residents often experience potentially avoidable injuries and conditions that require hospitalization. This population is especially vulnerable to possible exposure to illnesses and complications that can occur during stays and transitions to hospitals. For these reasons, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has been focused for the…
Read MoreThe Perks of Senior Living Communities
When you hear senior living community, you may think of an institution with impersonal staff and less than cozy living quarters. However, in some cases, that is far from reality. Senior living communities have come a long way and many seniors are calling these communities home. At Pitman, Kalkhoff, Sicula…
Read MoreLabor Day Fun for Seniors
Spending time with a loved one in a nursing home is one of the most valuable expressions of love that you can give. The Labor Day weekend is the opportunity to get in all of those last-minute summer activities you enjoy with your loved one before setting in for cooler temperatures….
Read MorePKSD Supports Petition Calling for Arbitration Agreement Bans in Nursing Home Admissions
The attorneys and staff at Pitman, Kalkhoff, Sicula & Dentice, S.C. are proud to support a petition calling for the ban of arbitration agreements in nursing homes admissions contracts. As a law firm that has persistently fought for the rights of nursing home residents and their families, the personal injury…
Read MoreAssisted Living Search Mistakes to Avoid
Selecting an assisted living community is a significant decision for your family. You want only the best for your loved one, and you may find the selection process both intimidating and difficult, as there will be a great deal of information to evaluate. Many other families have been through the…
Read MoreSigns Your Loved One May Need Assistance
Serving as a caregiver to a loved one with Alzheimers disease or another form of dementia is a true labor of love, in which over 15 million Americans devote their time. Caregiver stress is quite common, and its important to be able to recognize when you need a break, as…
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