What To Do If You Suspect Nursing Home Abuse
There comes a time when an adult parent turns to a nursing home to provide a loving and caring home for an elderly loved one. Unfortunately, some nursing homes have been known to take advantage of their residents’ vulnerable state. Types of Elder Abuse Elder abuse can occur in many forms. While living in a nursing home, senior citizens can be abused physically, sexually, and verbally. Some abuse is obvious, such as hitting a resident. But others are less well known to the public, such as neglect, false...
Read MoreWhat to do When Faced with Federal Criminal Charges
Developments in technology have certainly made communication easier for businesses, but technology has also caused a spike in federal crime ranging from computer crimes or hacking to cyber terrorism. U.S. Federal Criminal Justice System The federal criminal system is in many ways like the state system, but it has some important differences that could impact the outcome of a case. One key difference is the United States Attorney’s office, responsible for the prosecution of federal criminal charges, has...
Read MoreUnderstanding Criminal Theft Charges in Missouri
High rates of unemployment, foreclosures and delays in financial relief from the government have created a heightened sense of desperation and an increase in crime levels nationwide. If you are facing theft charges, it is important to understand the law. Defining Theft Under Missouri Law A person commits theft under Missouri law by obtaining the property or services of another, with the intent to deprive the owner, without consent, or by deceit or coercion. In other words, you commit theft by taking something...
Read MoreMeehan Law Firm Takes on TV Life Insurance Companies
You’ve seen those commercials late at night, the ones advertising cheap life insurance for you or your children. Unfortunately, the advertising does not match the reality when it is time to collect. The Meehan Law Firm has handled several claims against such companies as Gerber Life Insurance, who refused to pay when the survivors of the insured attempted to collect on the policies. The company always tried to deny their liability by saying that the person’s death did not fit the definitions of the policy.On at...
Read MoreMeehan Law Firm Wins Settlement in Infant Death
The Meehan Law Firm’s recent settlement in an infant death case demonstrates the need for in-home child care providers to carry business insurance. While in the care of an in-home child care provider, the child was placed near a pillow and suffocated. Unfortunately, the child care provider involved violated child care regulations by having too many children in the home, and the child care was not licensed. The child care provider was found negligent and ordered to pay $100,000. The settlement was paid by...
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