On Behalf of The Skolnick Weiser Law Firm, LLC | Jun 30, 2017 | Firm News
If you’re thinking about retaining an attorney, the first thing you have to do is have an initial consultation. In order to make the most of your time, it’s important to understand the purpose of the initial consultation and what you should bring with you....
On Behalf of The Skolnick Weiser Law Firm, LLC | Jun 30, 2017 | Blog, Firm News
One common cause of nursing home abuse is neglect. Many nursing homes in Ohio that have understaffing problems are unable to provide adequate care for their residents. It is a major misconception that many causes of nursing home abuse are from staff who refuse to...
On Behalf of The Skolnick Weiser Law Firm, LLC | Jun 27, 2017 | Firm News, Truck Accidents
Whether you’re in a car or a truck, hydroplaning is a terrifying experience because you are unable to control your vehicle for however long it occurs — and even a few seconds at high speeds can spell disaster on the roadways. Hydroplaning can occur even in...
On Behalf of The Skolnick Weiser Law Firm, LLC | Jun 24, 2017 | Blog, Firm News
Nursing homes in Ohio deal with a variety of issues, but none is perhaps as pervasive and intense as chronic understaffing. In fact, this problem could be the difference between life and death. A recent article on Cleveland.com highlights the problem, and this post...
On Behalf of The Skolnick Weiser Law Firm, LLC | Jun 20, 2017 | Firm News, Medical Malpractice
In a nutshell, informed consent is your right to know enough information about your own medical condition and the risks of any medical procedure you are about to have in order to make an educated decision about whether or not you want to proceed. It sounds simple...
On Behalf of The Skolnick Weiser Law Firm, LLC | Jun 12, 2017 | Blog, Firm News
Summer is here, bringing sunshine and outdoor celebrations. Yet with it also comes hazards for those on the road. It may not seem like summer would be dangerous, but according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, more accidents occur during the summer months...
On Behalf of The Skolnick Weiser Law Firm, LLC | Jun 9, 2017 | Firm News, Nursing Home Neglect
When you think about nursing home neglect or abuse, sexual abuse is probably not the first thing that comes to mind — but it’s a grim reality for some patients. Once thought to be rare, evidence is slowly surfacing that indicates the sexual abuse of...
On Behalf of The Skolnick Weiser Law Firm, LLC | Jun 6, 2017 | Firm News, Truck Accidents
Could a simple alteration to the average semi change the odds of survival for the occupants of a car when the semi and the car collide? Thanks to innovations and design, regulations by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and oversight by the...