In the News,Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect,Personal Injury - July 27, 2024

Residents’ Rights Month In October Speaks Out Against Elder Abuse Residents Rights Month is the perfect time to reflect upon the overall care and treatment of our loved ones in Nursing Homes. We must remember the difficult road we undertook when choosing a qualified facility to oversee and keep safe our parents. The rights that…

Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect,Personal Injury - July 25, 2024

While choosing to put a loved one in a nursing home is not something anyone wants to do, it is often necessary to ensure your loved one receives the care they need. When choosing a prospective nursing home, family members need to be aware of many factors that can affect the health and well-being of…

Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect - March 8, 2023

Nursing home abuse is far too common, and prevention is the best defense. In an effort to protect the safety of residents, nursing homes and loved ones may consider installing cameras in residents’ rooms. But is this legal? The answer largely depends on where you live. Illinois, like many other states, has laws that regulate…

Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect - October 25, 2022

Elder financial abuse happens when the resources of an elder or disabled person are compromised.  As we’ll explore, this often happens in nursing homes or assisted care facilities, but it can also happen as a result of in-home care or even outright theft. If you or a loved one has been a victim of elder…

Car Accident,Defective Products,Dog Bites,Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect,Personal Injury,Premises Liability,Truck Accident,Work Injury - May 18, 2021

Nobody expects that they will sustain an injury when they go about their daily activities. Unfortunately, there are times when the careless or negligent actions of individuals, businesses, or entities in Illinois cause significant injuries to others. There are countless ways in which personal injury cases arise in this state. However, we have found that…

Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect,Personal Injury - July 24, 2020

Most people do not consider the possibility of having to remove a loved one from a nursing home. However, the majority of individuals want the necessary care for their loved ones for as long as possible. Unfortunately, there are risks when loved ones are placed in nursing homes, such as neglect or abuse. If you…

Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect,Personal Injury - May 11, 2020

If you have a loved one in a nursing home, then you undoubtedly want to ensure that they always receive appropriate care. However, in recent months, they coronavirus pandemic has likely severely affected your ability to ensure your loved one is safe. This pandemic is particularly devastating for nursing home residents, and recent events in…

Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect,Personal Injury - April 13, 2020

Nursing home abuse is abhorrent, and it is hard to understand why anyone would want to harm the most vulnerable amongst us. However, this type of abuse is not uncommon. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately one out of every 10 elders over the age of 60 have been abused….

Defective Products,FAQ,Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect,Personal Injury,Union,Workers' Compensation - June 27, 2017

Clifford W. Horwitz, a principal partner and lead trial attorney at Horwitz Horwitz & Associates answers a listener’s question on Free Legal Advice Friday’s: Does using an attorney bring any value to my case? From Clifford Horwitz: You have to use an attorney. unless it’s a small claims case.

Car Accident,Defective Products,Medical Malpractice,Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect,Personal Injury,Truck Accident,Work Injury,Workers' Compensation,Wrongful Death - April 4, 2016

Losing a loved one is a tragedy that no one should have to endure. When that loss is caused by the negligence of another, the aftermath can be even more traumatic. Although no amount of compensation can undo the emotional hardship, a Chicago wrongful death attorney may be able to help.