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How Do I Pursue a Claim for a Car Crash That Happened in Another State?
Car accidents are bad enough when they happen in the city or county where you live. But what happens if you travel out of state and get into a crash? How do you pursue compensation? How is this different from claims involving in-state crashes? You may be wondering where the…
Read MoreRising COVID-19 Deaths in Nursing Homes Due to Missteps and Delays
As COVID-19 started to spread across nursing homes nationwide, the Trump administration intentionally downplayed the deadly threat of the virus. Despite early warning signs and reports of deaths and severe illness among nursing home residents and staff, the outbreak has only continued to worsen over time. Over 78,000 residents and…
Read MoreWhy the Pandemic is Linked to the Excess Deaths of Alzheimer and Dementia Patients
While there have been numerous deaths directly related to the coronavirus, studies are showing that many others are also dying from being quarantined in isolation. Since the onset of COVID-19 in March, the number of deaths from Alzheimer’s and Dementia have risen to more than 20 percent above what is…
Read MoreDo I Have a Nursing Home Neglect Claim?
Nursing homes have long been under fire for incidents involving abuse or neglect of long-term care residents who must rely on others for their daily care and well-being. What are some of the signs that may specifically indicate nursing home neglect? What should you do if this happens? How can…
Read MoreIncreased Commercial Drone Use Raises Privacy and Safety Concerns
Drone technology, which was previously used with balloons, torpedoes and aerial targets, has been around since the mid-1800s. More recent technology was solely used by the military until 2006. The first commercial permits for drones were issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to aid search efforts for survivors during…
Read MoreFederal Investigation Called Following Multiple COVID Deaths at Veterans Home
The Wisconsin Veterans Home at Union Grove is under scrutiny following the COVID-related deaths of ten residents at its facility. Three of these deaths happened in early August and in the same week. It was these latest incidents that led U.S. Rep. Bryan Steil, R-Wisconsin to call for the federal…
Read MoreWho is Liable for a Crash Due to a Sudden Medical Emergency?
What happens if the driver who caused your car accident claims that he or she had a sudden medical emergency and is therefore not liable for your damages? While a sudden medical emergency is a real thing, it is not uncommon for at-fault drivers to try to avoid financial liability…
Read MoreCan Parents Be Liable for a Car Crash if Their Teen Was Driving?
It is well known that teen drivers, with little experience, training or acquired skills combined with many and varied distractions, have an increased risk for having a car crash. If your teen causes an accident, can you be held liable for the injuries and damages to the other party? The…
Read MoreCan You Hold a Nursing Home Liable for Sepsis Due to Neglect?
Did your family member suffer from sepsis at his or her nursing home? Are you concerned that the facility and its caregivers may be responsible for neglect or substandard care? Sepsis can lead to serious pain and suffering or loss of life, and nursing home residents are often susceptible due…
Read MorePKSD Newsletter: Children Are the Hidden Casualties of America’s Opioid Addiction
America’s ongoing opioid addiction crisis continues, leaving millions of victims in its wake, but none so tragic as the number of children, who have suffered the consequences. Read PKSD’s newsletter to learn about the ripple effect that has impacted millions of U.S. children in devastating ways. Who is to blame…
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