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AAA Releases Wisconsin Drunk Driving Statistics
More than 40 percent of drivers in Wisconsin admit to having operated a vehicle within two hours of having multiple drinks, according to a recent study conducted by AAA. The study, based on information provided by Wisconsin residents 21-years or older, also found that roughly one in five people between…
Read MoreWinter Driving Tips for Motorists
Winter weather can make roads more dangerous for drivers, passengers and pedestrians. When hitting the roads this winter season, practice the following safety tips to lower your risk of accident. Pre-Winter Driving Tips Take your vehicle in for a tune-up. A mechanic can correct any vehicle issues that can cause…
Read MoreAlzheimer’s Disease and Nursing Home Abuse
November is Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, which makes it a great time to consider signs of nursing home abuse in the context of Alzheimer’s disease. If you notice any signs of abuse or have any suspicions that your loved one has been neglected, report it to your local elderly abuse hotline….
Read MoreGovernment Regulation Prevents Hybrid Cars from Traveling Silently
New federal regulations will require that hybrid and electric vehicles emit a sound while traveling at low-speeds in an effort to increase safety for pedestrians, especially those who are visually-impaired. The regulations imposed by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) will require hybrid and electric…
Read MoreLiability in Nursing Home Abuse Cases
Elderly residents of nursing homes and long-term care facilities are often victims of abuse and neglect that can leave a devastating impact on their quality of life. Nursing homes have a legal responsibility to provide quality care for all residents and are liable for many forms of abuse that might…
Read MoreStudy Shows Red-Light Camera Enforcement Saves Children’s Lives
A new study has found a correlation between red-light violations and the rising number of traffic fatalities involving children in states that prohibit red-light cameras, like Wisconsin. The study, presented by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), analyzed four years of data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)…
Read MoreNursing Home Arbitration Ban Hits Temporary Roadblock
A U.S. District Court judge for the Northern District of Mississippi has temporarily blocked a federal ruling that ends the use of forced arbitration agreements in most nursing homes and long term care facilities. The judge has blocked the Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) ruling from going into effect on…
Read MoreKindred Pays Largest Corporate Integrity Fine in History
Kindred Healthcare Inc. has been ordered to pay a $3.07 million fine after it was found that the company violated a corporate integrity agreement with the federal government. The fine is the largest of its kind in history. Kindred, the largest provider of post-acute care in the country, agreed to…
Read MoreResources for Reporting Elder Abuse
Despite the dangers of elder abuse, it often goes unreported for a number of reasons. This may include loved ones who do not visit residents often, loved ones who are unsure of what to do, and abuse that is over looked or difficult to identify. Many elderly nursing home residents…
Read MoreThree Killed in Downtown Hit-and-Run Accident
Three women were killed in a hit-and-run accident in Downtown Milwaukee Sunday, Oct. 23. The following day, the 23-year-old driver who caused the accident turned himself into police. According to police, a 2015 Lexus R350 ran a red light on southbound North 2nd and West Clybourn streets and struck a…
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