Author Archives: Jay Butchko
5 Questions To Ask Before You Admit A Loved One To A Nursing Home
One of the most difficult times in life is having to consider whether or not it’s time for a parent to enter a nursing home. Sadly, for the parent, it becomes a stark reality when they can no longer take care of themselves as well. Signs to look out for could include missed medication… Read More »
Cell Phones Are Not The Only Distractions On The Roads
Texting and driving, watching videos, or even just holding a cell phone in your hand while behind the wheel are all extremely dangerous behaviors. So dangerous, in fact, that Tennessee lawmakers have made it illegal to use a handheld device while operating a vehicle. Unfortunately, drivers face many other distractions on the road that… Read More »
Steps To Take After A Slip And Fall Accident
Contrary to what many people think, slip and falls are not usually minor incidents. They are very serious accidents that have the potential to cause catastrophic injuries. Property owners have a legal duty to keep their premises in a safe and clean condition so no one becomes hurt. When property owners fail to meet… Read More »
Common Types Of Anesthesia Errors
Surgery is always a scary prospect for any patient. You are likely worried about the recovery period afterwards and of course, the fact that you are literally placing your life in someone else’s hands. Fortunately, the vast majority of surgeries performed in Knoxville are successful. However, that does not mean mistakes never occur. Anesthesia… Read More »
What To Know About Medication Errors And Their Connection To Nursing Home Malpractice
Medications are vital to the health of patients in a nursing home, and a patient’s health depends on the proper and timely administration of their prescribed medicines. This is a serious matter, however, as medication given incorrectly or in the wrong dosages can lead to health complications and even death. What is a Medication… Read More »
What To Know About Nursing Home Slip And Falls And Your Legal Rights
Slips and falls among the elderly are, unfortunately, a common occurrence. As we and our loved ones age, muscle coordination, strength, and stability can decrease to the point where falls are always a risk. Falls on any surface can lead to injuries ranging from mere bumps and bruises to broken bones, hip fractures, and… Read More »
Nursing Home Abuse Between Residents: What To Do If Your Loved One Is In Harm’s Way
Nursing home abuse and neglect is a shockingly common occurrence, with nearly 1 in 6 seniors at nursing homes reporting some form of abuse while they resided at a facility. For the nearly 2 million vulnerable seniors living in nursing homes across Tennessee and the United States, nursing home care comes with a disturbingly… Read More »
What To Know About Arbitration Agreements In Nursing Home Admissions And Your Legal Rights
Admission to a nursing home is a difficult and anxiety-inducing process – whether you are admitting a loved one or being admitted yourself. Almost always, nursing home admission happens among a flurry of other activities and concerns – addressing urgent health problems, qualifying for Medicaid, selling a home, and more. At the same time,… Read More »
Understanding The Impacts Of Understaffing On Nursing Home Abuse And Neglect
As our loved ones age, their healthcare needs change to the point at which they may need extended care at a skilled nursing facility or nursing home. Declines in health, mobility, and mental cognition eventually contribute to a loss of independence for many of our family members at some point. When we move a… Read More »
What To Know About Prescription Drug Abuse In Nursing Homes
The sad truth about nursing home care in Tennessee and across America is that abuse and neglect can occur just about anywhere. Typically, we think of this as physical abuse, emotional abuse, or neglect of patients that leads to illness and injuries. Another form of nursing home abuse – all too common – is… Read More »