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Oct. 18-24 is National Teen Driver Safety Week
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), auto accidents are the number one cause of death for teenagers in the United States. In Wisconsin alone, 50 teens were killed and another 5,000 were injured in auto accidents in 2014. In an effort to focus on the need for…
Read MoreCommon Questions About Wrongful Death Claims
Wrongful death cases arise from somber circumstances. During this difficult time, you and your family may have many questions. Below are answers to commonly asked wrongful death questions. What Is a Wrongful Death Claim? A wrongful death claim is a civil matter, not a criminal charge, though criminal charges may…
Read MoreSlip and Fall FAQ
Slip and fall accidents can lead to simple injuries like bumps and bruises, but they can also lead to more serious injuries like concussions, broken bones and spinal cord damage. More serious injuries can lead to mounting medical bills and questions as to what you should do next. Below are…
Read MoreLink Between Traumatic Brain Injuries and Aggressive Driving
It has already been established that aggressive driving and accident risk are impacted by substance abuse and psychiatric conditions. Because of this common link, could it be possible that traumatic brain injuries are also linked to driver aggression and automobile accident risk? That is exactly what researchers at St. Michaels…
Read MoreCaregiver Assaults 76-Year-Old Nursing Home Patient
A 76-year-old woman at Rennes Health & Rehab Center was sexually assaulted by 33-year-old William Schartner, of Howard, who has been arrested for the crime. Schartner has been charged with second-degree sexual assault, and intentionally objecting an individual at risk of abuse. His bond was set at $50,000. According to…
Read More2015 National Walk to School Day
Oct. 7th is National Walk to School Day. This event, developed by the Partnership for a Walkable America, has been taking place across the country since 1997. The event aims to create awareness about the need for communities that are safe and friendly for pedestrians, including children on their way…
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…
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