On behalf of Ford, Dean & Rotundo, P.A. | Sep 28, 2018 | Uncategorized
Florida is known for both its beautiful sunshine and its severe hurricanes. These tropical storms can occur for the whole last half of the year, with the peak season being in late summer to early fall. The damage they cause is devastating, but some of the destruction...
On behalf of Ford, Dean & Rotundo, P.A. | Sep 27, 2018 | Elder Neglect
Elder abuse is a serious problem, but there is a solution. People can take more steps to monitor for it and to stop it. Recognizing when a loved one is distraught or when there have been too many seemingly accidental injuries could help you save someone’s life....
On behalf of Ford, Dean & Rotundo, P.A. | Sep 26, 2018 | Assisted Living Facility Abuse And Neglect
If you think you have a medical malpractice claim and want to bring it to your attorney, you should get to know the malpractice lawsuit process. These cases are generally brought against the medical providers or their employers. Patients or their families may opt to...
On behalf of Ford, Dean & Rotundo, P.A. | Sep 19, 2018 | Uncategorized
If you are thinking of putting your aging father in a South Florida nursing home because you do not have the time nor the resources to care for him, make sure you choose a facility that has an established track record of success. Many people do not realize there are...
On behalf of Ford, Dean & Rotundo, P.A. | Sep 13, 2018 | Elder Neglect
One of the problems that many people who have been victims of abuse face is the difficulty of speaking to others about it. Many victims blame themselves for becoming victims, as if the situation was something they could control. It is common for those who have been...
On behalf of Ford, Dean & Rotundo, P.A. | Sep 11, 2018 | Elder Neglect
Elder abuse as a significant problem across the United States. One of the biggest questions people have is how we can address elder abuse in the most appropriate and effective manner possible to prevent it from hurting more people in the future. Elder abuse can be...
On behalf of Ford, Dean & Rotundo, P.A. | Sep 8, 2018 | Uncategorized
If someone you love is in need of a nursing home, you may have several concerns. Selecting the right facility to place your loved one into can be a stressful process. You want to make sure that the facility you choose has a high standard of care and comfort....
On behalf of Ford, Dean & Rotundo, P.A. | Sep 7, 2018 | Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
One of the major tragedies in the United States is the state of Veterans Administration (VA) nursing homes. Many of these homes have low ratings, which is potentially a result of cases of abuse, neglect and other allegations. A Sept. 4 article describes a problem seen...
On behalf of Ford, Dean & Rotundo, P.A. | Sep 5, 2018 | Assisted Living Facility Abuse And Neglect
Nurses who work in assisted living facilities have many roles. They’re intended to administer medications and supervise administration when it’s performed by assistants. They assess residents regularly. They even make plans for residents to keep them...
On behalf of Ford, Dean & Rotundo, P.A. | Sep 2, 2018 | Elder Neglect
Malnutrition is sometimes a problem among the elderly, but at what point is it a result of negligence or abuse? This is something you should understand well before placing a loved one into care. There are certain diseases and illnesses that make it hard to eat or...
