A 41-year-old man was killed in a car accident when he was ejected from a rolling vehicle. Officials say that alcohol was a contributing factor in the accident. The vehicle, driven by a 28-year-old man, ran off the right side of the road and rolled twice. The fatally injured victim was ejected through the rear window. The driver and another …
How to Prevent Fall-Related Injuries in Nursing Homes
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 1,800 elderly adults in nursing homes are killed each year from injuries caused by falling. Those who survive fall-related injuries can suffer permanent disabilities and a reduced quality of life. But there are steps that Texas nursing homes can take to prevent these types of tragic injuries, such as: …
Hit-and-Run Crash Involves Speed and Alcohol
An 18-year-old man was arrested after crashing into an SUV and leading police on a high-speed chase. Officials say the young driver was intoxicated when he crashed into the SUV, causing it to flip onto the road’s shoulder. The driver then led police on a chase at speeds of up to 100 m.p.h. before being arrested. The authorities described him …
4 Steps to Take After a DWI Accident
After you are hit by a drunk driver, you are in shock and might not know what to do next. To ensure you get fair compensation, here are some steps to take if you are ever the victim of a drunk driving accident: Contact the police immediately: If you or a loved one was injured you should call 911 right …
Texas Nursing Homes Lead the Nation in Serious Violations
If your loved one is in a nursing home in Texas, make sure you check the nursing home’s background. More nursing homes in Texas have been cited for serious violations than in any other state, according to data compiled by ProPublica. Click Here to Call Our Law Office A recent Dallas Observer article shared that one reason for the high …
How Often Do People Get Surgical Instruments Left In Them After Surgery?
Have you ever had surgery and wondered if the surgeon forgot any of the surgical instruments inside you? Maybe you never even thought to worry about it, but a New York Times article shared that every year, an estimated 4,000 cases of retained surgical items are reported in the United States. These instruments can cause infections that may not even …
5 Tips on How to Stay Safe While Boating
Taking the boat out on a beautiful day is a fun way to connect with family and friends, but it can also be dangerous. The U.S. Coast Guard states that in 2011 there were 4,588 boating accidents that involved 758 deaths. To keep you and your loved ones safe on the waterways, here are five U.S. Coast Guard safety tips …
Dallas Cowboys Player Arrested for Drunk Driving Accident
Recently, Dallas Cowboys nose tackle Josh Price- Brent was charged with intoxication manslaughter concerning a car accident that killed his teammate and best friend, Jerry Brown. 24-year-old Brent was driving a car at a high speed on Highway 114 when the car clipped a curb and flipped over, landing in the middle of a service road. Based on field sobriety …
Beware of Defective Bed Rails in Nursing Homes
A New York Times article recently shared that in November 2006, 81-year-old Clara Marshall was moved to a nursing home because of her dementia, and just five months later she was found dead in her room. She was apparently strangled after getting her neck caught in side rails used to prevent her from rolling out of bed. Click Here to …
Installing Security Cameras to Protect the Elderly in Nursing Homes
Texas nursing homes have a responsibility to serve and protect one of the most vulnerable sections of our society – the elderly who are unable to care for themselves. Yet, not all nursing homes perform the necessary background checks before hiring employees to care of their elderly residents. Click Here to Call Our Law Office In 2001, Texas passed a …
