In the 1980s, Congress found the level of provided care in nursing homes was insufficient to keep residents healthy. To address these concerns, Congress enacted the Federal Nursing Home Reform...
Read moreFederal and state rules set clear requirements Illinois nursing homes must follow to receive payment. Even with these standards in place, a recent study ranked Illinois 42 out of 50...
Read moreBedsores are a painful injury caused by prolonged pressure on the skin, particularly on bony areas like ankles or hips. They are also very often preventable. A properly run nursing...
Read moreAccording to the FDA, companies recalled more than 275 products between January and September 2013. These recalls included everything from pre-lit Christmas trees that caused fires to pre-made biscuits with...
Read moreA common question from car accident victims is who pays for medical bills and vehicle damage. The answer depends on several factors and rarely feels simple. Fault matters. Insurance limits...
Read moreFor residents of Evanston, the thought of being in a serious car accident is a frightening one. In a beautiful college town, the possibility may seem remote. Yet in Evanston,...
Read moreAt The Rooth Law Firm, we are pleased to announce that Super Lawyers has selected our very own Attorney Robert J. Rooth as a top-rated personal injury attorney in Evanston, IL in 2021. Attorney Rooth...
Read moreMaking the choice to place your loved one in a nursing home facility was likely not an easy decision to make. As you know, not all nursing facilities are created...
Read moreWhile there are many adequate nursing homes in the U.S. that take pride in caring for our nation’s elders, there are also many inadequate facilities that do not properly care for their...
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