In Maryland and across the nation, the tumult over the past several years, how it impacted healthcare and especially how nursing home residents are cared for has drawn scrutiny as well as calls for action. People who reside in nursing homes are often elderly, ill,...
The consequences of distracted driving can be great and their greatest impact can be felt by victims of distracted driving accidents. For that reason, it is useful for victims of distracted driving-related car accidents and their families to be familiar with the legal...
Road safety is a frequent concern in Maryland. Auto accidents can impact anyone and happen for a variety of reasons. However, there are some members of society who are more vulnerable than others. At the top of the list is children. While they are at risk year-round,...
People in Maryland who work in factories or in the service industry often work double shifts or third shift. While they may do so simply to earn an income so they can provide for their family it is likely that after their shift is done, they will have to drive to get...
Women in Maryland who are pregnant may be excited to welcome the new addition to their family. However, they may also recognize that complications can arise during their pregnancy and labor, and they may simply wish for a smooth birth process and a healthy baby....
When patients experience abnormal symptoms, they trust that doctors will conduct the proper tests and determine if they are suffering from cancer or other more benign ailments. In some instances, physicians may miss signs and symptoms of cancer, and patients may delay...
Nursing homes provide a valuable service to the elderly and disabled adults in the community. They are meant for individuals who aren't able to handle their own daily tasks and require a bit of extra help. Many people assume that these residents don't have any rights,...
Knowing Maryland’s requirements for nursing homes may help you have an idea of what to expect from your loved one’s place of living. Among many regulations, these facilities must adhere to certain standards in the following categories: Diet: Facilities must supply...
In Maryland, a standard part of virtually every DUI arrest is the breath test. The arresting officer brings the driver to a police station or jail, where the driver is ordered to blow into a breath test device called the Intoximeter ECIR II, which looks a little like...
Anyone who has been in a car accident knows how intense of an experience it is. Anyone that has not already should prepare themselves; a typical driver is in an accident an average of once every 10 years. Even someone who considers themselves the safest driver on the...
