Understanding the Legal Rights of Nursing Home Residents
Under federal and state law, Minnesota nursing home residents have certain rights and protections. Summary Federal and Minnesota state laws give residents of long-term care facilities, including nursing homes and assisted living communities, specific legal rights. The Nursing Home Reform Act mandates standards for care and resident rights, while the Older Americans Act provides advocacy through the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program. The Americans with Disabilities Act ensures equal access and accommodations for residents with disabilities. Minnesota has additional laws like the Health Care Bill of Rights and the Vulnerable Adults Act, which safeguard nursing home residents' rights, privacy, and dignity. Residents and families can report violations to nursing home administration, state regulatory agencies, or the Long-Term Care Ombudsman. Residents can take legal action if internal resolutions fail. Experienced Minnesota nursing home abuse attorneys provide legal advice and representation to protect resident rights, handle disputes, and file lawsuits against non-compliant facilities. Residents of long-term care facilities, like assisted living communities and nursing homes, are entitled to specific legal protections. The federal Nursing Home Reform Law ensures the rights of those residing in nursing homes. In Minnesota, state laws recognize Resident Rights and seek to safeguard the rights of individuals in...
Slips and Falls: Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common causes of slip and fall accidents? The most common causes of slip and fall accidents include wet and uneven surfaces. These include loose floorboards or mats, broken sidewalks, potholes in parking lots, messy or recently mopped floors, or weak staircases. Slip and fall accidents can be extremely dangerous. While they’re not life-threatening for most people, over 60% of deaths caused by these accidents occur in people 75 years or older. These accidents also often occur when weather conditions are bad, especially if property owners haven’t taken the time to clear their sidewalks or parking lots of snow and ice. Nursing home neglect can also cause slip and falls. This can happen if aids in nursing homes don’t properly monitor their residents. Where do most slip and fall accidents occur? Most slip and fall accidents occur in grocery stores, restaurants, and parking lots. These accidents can happen anywhere. If a floor is uneven or wet, a slip and fall can always occur. This could be in the grocery store, in a shopping mall, or even outside in a parking lot or on a sidewalk. Anywhere that spills are common are potential slip and fall hazards. Other...
Damages in a Wrongful Death Lawsuit
The death of a loved one is always hard to overcome, especially when the cause is negligence or a fatal accident. What is a Wrongful Death Case? A wrongful death case can occur when someone you love has passed away because of someone else’s negligence, or even because of someone else’s intentional act of misconduct. Obviously these are very unfortunate circumstances in which you’ve lost a loved one. However, an experienced lawyer can help you bring justice to the situation. A wrongful death lawsuit may even offer some peace of mind in the form of compensation for the person’s death. We know that this will never make up for your loss, but it may offer some justice and peace of mind after the events occur. Wrongful death claims can only be filed if a person has a valid personal injury claim before their death. This basically means that the reason for their passing must be connected to the injuries they sustained from whatever injury occurred as the result of someone else’s negligence or intentional action. The Different Categories of Wrongful Death Cases As stated, wrongful death cases can follow any type of personal injury case. This can include personal injury...
The Emotional and Psychological Impact of Wrongful Death
Summary The impact of wrongful death can lead to grief and sorrow, guilt, anxiety, isolation, and other issues for the surviving family. Survivors can often find help through support groups, self-care, and therapy and counseling. An experienced wrongful death lawyer can help family members seek justice for the loss of their loved one. Losing a loved one is one of life's most challenging experiences, and when that loss is the result of someone else's negligence or wrongdoing, the emotional and psychological impact can be devastating. The impact of wrongful death not only leaves family members grappling with grief and sorrow but also often triggers a range of complex emotions and psychological effects. If you’ve suffered the tragic loss of a family due to another’s carelessness, Sand Law is ready to help. Our wrongful death attorneys have extensive experience and will work tirelessly to help you get the justice you seek. Schedule a free case review by contacting us online or calling 651-291-7263. Ways the Impact of Wrongful Death Can Affect Survivors The impact of a wrongful death can affect survivors in several ways. These are just a few of the issues that can occur: Grief and Sorrow The most immediate...
What Constitutes a Valid Wrongful Death Claim?
Plaintiffs must meet several elements for a wrongful death claim to be valid. Family members can’t file a wrongful death lawsuit in Minnesota. They must appoint a personal representative to take legal action. Common wrongful death scenarios include motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, and workplace accidents. Survivors of the deceased may be eligible for several types of economic and non-economic damages. A wrongful death claim is a legal action that seeks to provide compensation to the surviving family members of a deceased person when that person's death occurred due to another party’s negligence. The following is a look at the key elements, common scenarios, and the damages involved in a wrongful death claim. A lawyer with Sand Law is ready to help you through this horrible time. We’ll work passionately to hold accountable those responsible for your loss. To schedule a free consultation, use our online form or call 651-291-7263. The Definition Of A Wrongful Death Claim In Minnesota In the state of Minnesota, a wrongful death claim serves as a legal recourse available to address the devastating loss experienced by the surviving family members when a loved one passes away due to another’s negligence or wrongful actions. If the...
What Damages Can a Family Recover After a Truck Accident Fatality?
A truck accident fatality is a tragic event with profound emotional, financial, and practical consequences for the victim’s family. Unfortunately, these kinds of accidents occur far too frequently in Minnesota. In 2021 there were 4,120 crashes involving commercial trucks, leading to 72 deaths and 1,248 injuries. When such an accident occurs due to another party’s negligence or wrongful actions, the surviving family members may be entitled to seek compensation for the damages they have suffered. You deserve justice for your horrible loss. A wrongful death attorney with Sand Law will help you get that justice. We’ll investigate the accident to determine all the parties that played a role in causing the tragedy. Then, we’ll help ensure all those responsible pay dearly for their carelessness. Schedule a free consultation by calling 651-291-7263 or contacting us online. Damages Experienced By Your Loved One Your loved one likely experienced damages before they passed away. Here are some types of damages commonly experienced by truck accident victims. Medical Bills If the deceased individual survived for a period after the truck accident, their medical expenses could be significant. These expenses encompass a wide range of costs related to their treatment and care. They can include: Ambulance...
Getting Closure for a Loved One Who Died in a Personal Injury Accident
When a loved one passes away due to the negligence of someone else, the survivors are not only left with terrible sadness, but a lot of questions as well. Whether the cause was a car accident or something else, family members want to know how they can hold those responsible for their loss accountable. They want justice because that could help them feel a sense of closure. But many times they’re not sure how to go about getting it. A wrongful death lawsuit may provide the grieving family some closure. If you are in this tragic situation, the attorneys with Sand Law are ready to help. We will be here with the answers you need to any legal questions you may have, and we’ll also tell you how we can go about the task of helping you find the justice and closure you seek. Our attorneys have a great deal of experience in this area of the law, and we also have a track record of helping our clients achieve positive outcomes. Our professionals are standing by to tell you more. Give us a call at 651-291-7263 or contact us online for a free consultation. Filing A Wrongful Death Lawsuit...
How Are Wrongful Death Settlements Determined?
If you’re considering filing a wrongful death lawsuit, you’ll obviously have a lot of questions. Not only is this a stressful time, it’s also a confusing time. You have no idea of what to expect, and that uncertainty is just making the confusion and stress even worse. The wrongful death attorneys with Sand Law can help you get through this awful time. We have helped many clients who have tragically lost loved ones obtain the compensation they deserve. If you would like to learn more about what we may be able to do for you, please contact us online or give us a call at 651-291-7263 for a free review of your case. Understanding Wrongful Death The definition of a wrongful death is easy to understand. It’s basically a death that should not have happened, usually caused by negligence or recklessness, or a purposeful act committed by another party or parties. If the victim had not been in a certain place at a certain time, the tragedy would not have occurred. There are a lot of reasons why wrongful deaths occur. Someone could lose their life in a motorcycle accident or a car accident caused by someone who was distracted...
Benefits of Hiring a Wrongful Death Attorney
Losing someone is always difficult. Filing a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of a loved one can be even more stressful and hard to deal with. Our attorneys here at Sand Law know just how hard this process is for you. And we’re ready to fight for your right to the compensation you and your family deserve for the loss of your loved one. What Is Wrongful Death? Wrongful death is a type of lawsuit that can be filed when someone you love has passed away because of a personal injury incident, such as: Motor vehicle accidents: Approximately 38,000 fatalities occur because of car accidents each year. Slip and falls: Approximately 8 million emergency room visits each year occur because of slips or falls. Medical malpractice Nursing home or daycare neglect or abuse Construction or workplace injuries: 20% of worker deaths occur in the construction field, while only 6% of the total workforce works in construction. Dog bites or attacks Boating and swimming accidents And more Whether your loved one passed away at the scene of the accident, or later due to complications associated with the injuries they sustained as a result of the accident, you can file a wrongful...
Wrongful Deaths Caused by Car Accidents
Fatal Car Accidents Are Emotionally Devastating, But They Do Not Have To Be Financially Devastating Too In 2019, there were 38,800 people killed in car accidents throughout the United States. That means that there are about 106 car accident fatalities everyday in the United States. In Minnesota alone there were 381 car accident deaths in 2018. Out of the 381 deaths, 258 of them were motorists, 45 were pedestrians, 7 were bicyclists, and 58 were motorcyclists. That’s a lot of car accident fatalities, and these statistics don’t even include car accidents where no fatalities occurred. What Causes A Car Accident? Car accidents are caused by a lot of things, like distracted driving, driving under the influence, speeding, and more. Car accidents can also be caused by reckless driving, poor weather conditions, driver fatigue, street and highway defects, or car manufacturing defects. Distracted driving is one of the leading causes of car accidents, and there are many campaigns in attempt to get people to stop texting and driving. Texting while driving may seem harmless, but it only takes a few seconds for something to go wrong. Drunk driving is another leading cause of accidents and can have major repercussions. Street and...