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Choking Accidents in Wisconsin Nursing Homes

Having difficulty swallowing is a relatively common ailment in older adults, especially those who reside in nursing homes. As a result, nursing home staff always must monitor residents during meals in order to prevent choking. […]

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Skilled Nursing Home Population Hits New Low
Skilled Nursing Home Population Hits New Low

The National Investment Center for Seniors Housing & Care (NIC) recently released a report showing that skilled nursing facility (SNF) occupancy dropped to 81.7%, or its lowest point in five years, during the second quarter […]

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Preventing and Treating Animal Bites

There are about 4.7 million dog bites that occur every year in the United States, about half of which occur to children between the ages of five and nine. Dog bites can result in serious […]

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Neck Injuries and Car Accidents

Neck injuries are one of the most common forms of injuries that result from car accidents. While these injuries may be minor, they also can result in serious medical conditions that may never fully disappear. […]

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New Study Indicates Seniors Are Getting Healthier

HealthDay recently published the results of a new study that found the overall health of seniors to be improving. The largest gains in healthy lifestyles, however, occur in well-educated, rich, and white seniors. Researchers were […]

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Using a phone in a car texting while driving concept for danger of text message and being distracted
Technology, Social Media and Your Personal Injury Claim

When it comes to personal injury cases—especially those related to car accidents—the role of technology can be a mixed bag. On one hand, technology can provide a better understanding of what really happened during an […]

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Do I Really Need a Lawyer for a Personal Injury Claim?

When you or a loved one is seriously injured in a motor vehicle crash or another type of accident, you are likely to be experiencing a fair amount of stress, pain, and confusion. In this […]

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Do I Have a Right to a Jury Trial in a Personal Injury Case?

In Wisconsin, individuals with civil personal injury claims are entitled to a jury trial, rather than a trial only in front of a judge. Since a personal injury claims comes from tort law, or a […]

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Study: Hospital Patients Receive No Info about Nursing Homes

A new study by RTI International shows that many hospitals fail to provide their patient with quality information about skilled nursing facilities, which causes many patients to select a facility simply based on location. The […]

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Preparing for Winter Weather Driving Hazards

According to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation (DOT), there has been an average of 18,600 motor vehicle crashes on Wisconsin roadways during the winter months. These crashes have caused an average of 48 deaths and […]

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