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How Do I Report the Abuse In A Nursing Home?
Posted on February 10th, 2020 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Personal Injury Lawyer Nursing home residents deserve to be treated with care and dignity. Unfortunately, nursing home neglect and abuse are quite common and are often underreported, if reported at all. Many residents experience shame, fear, or embarrassment that prevents them from speaking out. Additionally, communication troubles add to the problem if the patient is […]
Why You Should Include Pets in Your Will
Posted on February 7th, 2020 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
A pet is like a member of your family and you love it to pieces. Your furry family member provides you with unconditional love and makes you feel better when you’re sad. That’s why it’s important to consider your cat or dog when you’re writing up your will. Here are a few important reasons to […]
What Will Happen if Someone Else’s Drugs Were in My Car?
Posted on February 6th, 2020 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Consider this scenario: you’re driving down the street and a friend is sitting next to you in the passenger seat. After you’ve been on the road for a while, your friend pulls out a blunt and decides to light it in your car and smoke it while you drive. You’re not 100 percent sure about […]
What Do I Do If I’m Injured on a Construction Site?
Posted on February 6th, 2020 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
All workplaces can be dangerous, but the construction industry is especially so given the type of work employees perform. Injuries are common, and while workers’ compensation is usually responsible for covering the costs associated with those injuries, an employer may not be the only party responsible. If you were injured in an incident that happened […]
Estate Planning After Children
Posted on February 6th, 2020 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Having children is a life-changing event in many ways. In the commotion of it all, don’t forget to plan for today and tomorrow with estate planning documents. Plan for Today Create “living documents”, which cover your needs, and therefore your children’s needs, in the event of your incapacitation. This includes a financial power of attorney, […]
Understanding the Statute of Limitations for Wrongful Death Claims
Posted on February 5th, 2020 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Families of a deceased person may bring a wrongful death claim when the deceased passes away due to someone’s negligence. This lawsuit lets the survivors recover economic and non-economic damages. A wrongful death case is extremely complex. There are many laws that govern when, how and who can bring a claim. The time frame for […]
Common Questions About Vehicle Safety Systems
Posted on February 5th, 2020 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Vehicle safety systems can certainly play a helpful role when you get behind the wheel to drive from one destination to the next. However, despite the advantages, it’s important to be aware that you can’t rely fully on a vehicle safety system to prevent an accident. If you are considering a vehicle with this feature, […]
Defenses for Sexual Harassment in the Workplace
Posted on February 5th, 2020 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
If you were accused of sexual harassment in the workplace, then you must turn to a sex crimes attorney, like a top sex crimes attorney in DC, attorney right away for help. Sexual harassment accusations are very serious, and it is ill-advised to deal with this alone without support from a legal professional who is […]
How to Fight Back Against Debt Collection Robocalls
Posted on February 1st, 2020 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Bankruptcy Lawyer Debt collection calls to a person’s cell phone may be painfully annoying, especially when a collector calls multiple times per day. It may get so bad to where a consumer doesn’t even answer an unrecognized number, out of assumption that it is just another robot message. As a consumer, it is important that […]
The Importance of a Brain Injury Lawyer
Posted on January 26th, 2020 by PIOLETTI PIOLETTI & NICHOLS
Brain injuries can be devastating, though not every brain injury is. They run the gamut from extremely mild to extremely severe. What you experience will probably be different than what another individual experiences. One sufferer might have an end in sight with a physical impairment that can be remedied, while another might have irreversible, life-long […]