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Podcast: Falls in Virginia Nursing Homes and Hospitals Lead to Injury
Podcast: Falls in Virginia Nursing Homes and Hospitals Lead to Injury 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

We hear it too often: “My mom fell in the  [hospital or nursing home] and suffered a [broken hip or broken femur or concussion or contusion to her head]. What can we do now?” Here is a brief guide on what to do when a loved one suffers an fall injury:…

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“Be Nice to Your Kids: They Will Pick Your Nursing Home”
“Be Nice to Your Kids: They Will Pick Your Nursing Home” 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

I traveled to a Roanoke hospital yesterday to take depositions in a case where a man was seriously injured after falling during rehabilitation. As I walked to my car, I passed a truck with a bumper sticker that said, “Be Nice to Your Kids: They Will Pick Your Nursing Home.” The…

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Podcast: The Truth About Nursing Home Contracts
Podcast: The Truth About Nursing Home Contracts 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

When you arrive at a Virginia nursing home, the staff will give you a “Admission Contract” with payment terms and other obligations. Before you sign, spend a few moments listening to this podcast. [haiku url=”http://www.vanursinghomeabuse.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/nursing-home-contracts.mp3″] A couple of key terms to be aware of: Someone in the family will be…

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Recognizing Signs of Virginia Hospital Malpractice
Recognizing Signs of Virginia Hospital Malpractice 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

Last month my mother-in-law had an elective surgery at our local hospital. The surgery went well, but her aftercare was a little dicey. One nurse tried to get her to take another patient’s blood pressure medication. Thankfully, my spunky mother-in-law knew she was not to take the medication and refused. A different nurse…

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Have a Non-Compete, But Want to Accept Another Job?
Have a Non-Compete, But Want to Accept Another Job? 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

I love “to do” lists. They make seemingly difficult and impossible tasks more manageable.  Here is my “to do” list for Virginia employees who (a) have an employment contract or non-compete and (b) want to explore or accept a job with another company in their industry. BEFORE YOU APPLY FOR that other…

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Virginia Tractor Trailer Accident Attorney
Virginia Tractor Trailer Accident Attorney 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

Last year, my partner Dan and I were retained to help represent a North Carolina resident who was traveling through Virginia on the way home from a car show out of state, when his car was struck by a tractor trailer.  Our client’s care immediately began to spin out of…

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SAD NEWS: Most of us are going to need long term medical care. So how do you find the best in Virginia?
SAD NEWS: Most of us are going to need long term medical care. So how do you find the best in Virginia? 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

I hate to say it, but it’s true. Almost all of us are going to need some kind of long term medical care. For example, we may require home health, rehabilitation after surgery or hospitalization, or god forbid, nursing home care. So how should we go about planning for the inevitable?…

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Do You Have a Medical Malpractice Case in Virginia?
Do You Have a Medical Malpractice Case in Virginia? 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

My favorite part of my job is meeting Virginia families who want to know whether or not they have a possible malpractice lawsuit. Typically, they have never spoken to an attorney before. They are shy about calling. And they just want to know, if what happened, should have happened. And if…

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Virginia Doctors and Non-Compete Contracts
Virginia Doctors and Non-Compete Contracts 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

I have a very good friend who has been offered numerous jobs in various states as of late. He is an accomplished physician. A smarty pants. The medical community is lucky to have him. Although we have not discussed it, I imagine that with each of these offers (hospital affiliated…

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Negotiating a Virginia Employment Contract with Your Boss
Negotiating a Virginia Employment Contract with Your Boss 150 150 Lauren Ellerman

Pop quiz: “Which of the following is the most irritating way (to get what you want)?” A: “This is now the 5th time I have asked you to take out the trash.” B: “Sweetheart, when you get a second would you mind taking the trash out?” C: “Thank you again…

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