A restraint is any device that prevents a patient from freely moving. Restraints can include bed rails, lap buddies, table tops, geri-chairs, and any other device that prevents the resident from moving. Many studies have shown that restraints cause more injuries than they prevent. Thus, before the nursing home uses…
It’s that time of year again! The school buses are rolling out, the pencils are being sharpened and the young minds are learning. It’s school time in North Carolina. Following are 10 steps you can take to ensure your child’s school year is a safe and productive one. Teach your…
The cost of hiring a lawyer to handle your vehicle damage claim is generally not practical. The cost of direct attorney assistance is too high. Even a lawsuit without a lawyer’s assistance may not be a reasonable option. A lawsuit takes time. When your primary objective is to get your…
Insurance companies and agents doing business in North Carolina are required to offer Uninsured Motorist Coverage and Combined Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage. You are not required to purchase this type of coverage. If you choose not to purchase it, you must reject this coverage in writing per North Carolina Department of…
Today, we interviewed Benjamin Cochran, our Managing Partner, workers’ compensation and personal injury lawyer based in North Carolina. We have chosen to delve into the most commonly asked inquiries regarding workers’ compensation. If you have any questions that are not covered here, please feel free to ask them in the…
The following is an excerpt from Ken Hardison’s book, The Ultimate Guide to Buying Auto Insurance in NC. If you would like to request a free copy, please click here or give us a call at 1-800-600-7969. Insurance companies evaluate each applicant individually. A variety of factors are used to…
Every patient in the nursing home has the legal right to be treated with respect. Nursing home residents have certain statutory rights. These rights include: To be treated with consideration, respect and full recognition of personal dignity and individuality; To receive care, treatment, and services that are adequate and appropriate…
What is Reglan? Reglan is an oral medication which is used to treat certain conditions of the stomach and intestines. It can also be used to remedy heartburn over a short period of time. Reglan is used to treat heartburn when other medicines have failed to work. Reglan can also…
You do not have to sign an arbitration agreement. Generally, a nursing home is not permitted to refuse admission because of a patient or family member’s refusal to sign an arbitration agreement. Arbitration is a proceeding where you agree to give up your right to a jury trial and instead…
Malnutrition can occur because the patient is not eating, because the patient is not receiving the right diet, is not receiving proper dietary supplements, or is not being fed. A nursing home cannot force a nursing home patient to eat. With that being said, a nursing home has a responsibility…
