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Barbarians at the Gate

South Carolina is attempting to pass protections and immunity to corporations that hurt fellow citizens. SCAJ_Understanding Liquor Liability_FINAL Joint and several liability is a cornerstone of ensuring justice for victims of negligence and reckless actions in South Carolina. SCAJ_Understanding Joint and Several Liability_FINAL StateBHCond-SouthCarolina  

Corporate Control

This article highlights the pivotal role of corporate leadership in preventing elder abuse within nursing homes. CEOs and executives have the power to shape a culture of accountability, enforce safety protocols, and ensure the dignity and well-being of their residents. Strategies like staff training, implementing transparency tools, and conducting routine audits are essential steps in

Lack of Safety Protocols

Fox News reported the tragic and entirely preventable death of Alvera Meuti at Avenue Warrensville Care and Rehabilitation Center highlights systemic failings that go beyond individual negligence and point directly to facility-level shortcomings. Ms. Meuti used a wheelchair because she was unable to walk. The facility staff left her outside in the cold for over

Will Robots Become Caregivers?

A recent study led by Professor Yong Suk Lee at the University of Notre Dame highlights the transformative potential of robotics/AI in nursing homes. The findings, based on facilities in Japan, show that integrating robots not only improves patient outcomes but also boosts employee retention, an issue the U.S. elder-care industry desperately needs to address.

Shameful lack of accountability

The recent clemency granted to James Burkhart, the convicted former CEO of American Senior Communities (ASC), is detrimental to those advocating for accountability in the nursing home industry. Burkhart orchestrated a $19 million fraud scheme that misdirected funds that should have been used for improving the care of vulnerable residents. His scheme exploited resources that

Plan for Cognitive Loss

After seeing Trump’s speech, I recall an article which highlights the stark realities faced by individuals diagnosed with dementia and the families supporting them. The findings emphasize how life expectancy and the likelihood of nursing home admission vary based on factors like age, type of dementia, and location, underscoring the complexity of care planning. Patients

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