Safety is one of the most important foundations of care in nursing homes. Nursing home residents deserve an environment that protects their health, dignity, and well-being. Unfortunately, safety concerns for seniors in nursing homes are far too common and can lead to serious injuries, illness, and even death. 

In some cases, unsafe conditions may amount to nursing home abuse or neglect. Family members need to recognize the signs of safety failures and know their legal options. If you believe your loved one has suffered harm, contact a nursing home neglect attorney for help.

Falls and Tripping Hazards

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Family members must stay alert to subtle warning signs of a bad nursing home before harm reaches their loved one.  A nursing home might look clean and friendly at first glance, but serious problems often hide beneath the surface. Substandard facilities can mask nursing home abuse, neglect, and unsafe conditions with a few well-timed tours and staged appearances.

Senior residents deserve quality care, dignity, and respect. If you notice nursing home red flags, you have legal options. Contact a nursing home abuse and neglect lawyer for a free consultation.

Unexplained Injuries Are a Major Warning Sign

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A nursing home administrator is a licensed professional responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a nursing home. This critical position blends leadership, compliance, and resident care duties. A competent administrator ensures that clinical teams, including nurses, support staff, and providers, work together to deliver safe, quality care. 

However, when an administrator fails to perform these duties, it can contribute directly to abuse and neglect, making them a key focus in many elder abuse investigations.

Managing Staff and Nursing Services

Nursing home administrators supervise hiring, training, and oversight of nurses, aides, and other care professionals. They lead employee meetings, manage…
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Our Chicago nursing home abuse lawyer team will walk you through how to report nursing home abuse in Illinois, including the proper authorities to contact, how to document your concerns, and what steps to take next. 

Nursing home abuse in Illinois remains a serious and widespread issue affecting elderly residents in long-term care. 

From physical to financial abuse and neglect, many forms of mistreatment continue to threaten the safety and dignity of Illinois nursing home residents. Sadly, abuse often goes unnoticed or unreported until significant harm has already occurred.

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At Phillips Law Offices, we understand how a car accident caused by inattentive driving can change your life in an instant. If you or a loved one has been hurt because another driver wasn’t paying attention, you deserve answers and support. Our Chicago inattentive driving accident attorneys are here to help you get the compensation and justice you deserve.
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Why Choose Phillips Law Offices for Weather-Related Auto Accidents?
At Phillips Law Offices, we understand how dangerous Chicago’s weather can be for drivers. Our team has handled many cases involving crashes caused by snow, ice, rain, and other hazardous conditions. We know what it takes to help people who have been injured in these types of accidents. Our attorneys are committed to making sure you get the help and compensation you deserve.
We have a strong record of winning settlements and verdicts for our clients. Our experience allows us to handle even the most challenging cases. We treat every client…
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A court-ordered divorce decree can include judgments about property division, spousal support, allocation of parental responsibilities, and child support. When an ex-spouse does not follow the obligations laid out in the divorce decree, you may need legal assistance in the form of an enforcement of the judgment. If you are struggling with an uncooperative ex, you do not have to face the challenge alone – a Naperville, IL enforcement of judgments attorney can help.
Steps You Can Take if Your Ex-Spouse Does Not Follow the Divorce Decree
When your ex-spouse does not fulfill their post-divorce obligations, you have…
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You may be wondering, “why is he still writing about his darn shoulder surgery?”
Hey, it’s my blog and my shoulder, so I’m allowed to write about what I want.
In all seriousness, I have a reason for writing one more time about all of this.  By the time you read this, I will have met with my surgeon for the six-month post-operative appointment.  The only reason this appointment exists at all is because I was the recipient of an allograft, or graft of tissue from a deceased donor.  This was done to strengthen the shoulder repair.
Lonzo and Me—What’s…
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An eye care product recall has been issued for several different eyedrops and gel items produced by BRS Analytical Services, LLC, and distributed by AvKARE.
The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) issued its second-highest recall warning for more than 70,000 eye care products nationwide for a “lack of assurance of sterility.”

What to Know
On May 6, the FDA issued a Class II recall, a category reserved for situations in which “there is a reasonable probability that the use of or exposure to a violative product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death.”
The eye solutions were shipped…
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The Republican-led push to abolish the US estate tax has provoked opposition from a seemingly surprising source: financial advisers the wealthy pay to manage their money and keep down their taxes.
Many of the country’s richest families, who spend handsomely to lessen the tax burden on their heirs, have fought unsuccessfully for decades to repeal the 109-year-old levy. This year, as Congress considers a giant tax package that undergirds President Donald Trump’s legislative agenda, they’re within striking distance of victory.
But industry group Finseca, which represents some 11,000 members including life insurance brokers and others who provide financial products and…
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As many of my readers know, Justice Souter died last week. I thought I would explore his legacy with respect to the rights of persons with disabilities. As usual, the blog entry is divided into categories and they are: opinions for the court; concurring opinions; dissenting opinions; and Heller v. Doe, a dissenting opinion the gets a category all of its own. Of course, the reader is free to focus on any or all of the categories.
 
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Opinions for the Court
 

  • Justice Souter wrote the opinion in Albertson’s v. Kirkingburg, here. In that case, the Court

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    The summer travel season is right around the corner, and millions of Americans will be hitting the roads for road trips and extended vacations. A car accident or a truck accident can be a very stressful moment for many people. It is improtant to keep your cool and think rationally if you happen to be involved in a car crash. Below are a list of items to focus on doing (and not doing) should you have the unfortune to be involved in a traffic accident.

    DOs and DONTs:

    • Do call the police immediately or have someone at the…
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    Taft Partner Marcus Harris will moderate the panel “Safeguarding and Upholding Intellectual Property in Emerging Digital Landscapes” at ITechLaw’s 2025 World Technology Law Conference in San Diego. The panel is scheduled for May 15 at 1:10 p.m. PDT and will bring together legal professionals to discuss the evolving challenges of protecting intellectual property (IP) as digital technologies, including artificial intelligence, rapidly transform business and regulatory environments.

    The ITechLaw World Technology Law Conference, taking place May 14–16, convenes leading practitioners, in-house counsel, and academics from around the world to explore global legal frameworks and trends in technology law. This year’s agenda…
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    Protecting Your Rights After a Single Vehicle Crash
    If you’ve been involved in a single car accident in Chicago, you might feel unsure about your next steps. At Phillips Law Offices, we understand that even accidents involving just one vehicle can lead to serious injuries, unexpected expenses, and a lot of questions. Our team is here to help you understand your rights and work hard to get you the compensation you deserve.
    We offer free consultations and work on a contingency fee basis, which means you don’t pay us unless we win your case. Our attorneys are ready to listen…
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    Protecting Your Rights and Securing Compensation for Workplace Overuse Injuries
    If you’re a worker in Chicago dealing with pain or injury from doing the same tasks day after day, you’re not alone. Many jobs require repeated movements that can wear down your body over time. At Phillips Law Offices, we help workers like you get the support and compensation you deserve for repetitive trauma injuries. Our team has years of experience standing up for injured workers, and we’re ready to help you understand your options.
    We know how much a repetitive injury can affect your life. You may be…
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    The answer is possibly yes, but not without difficulty.
    If you received a sentence of supervision for DUI, you may drive as soon as your driver’s license suspension is over.  You must first apply to the Secretary of State to end the suspension, which usually means paying a fee.
    However, if you were convicted of DUI, you cannot drive unless you apply to the Secretary of State to reinstate your driver’s license.  This is tougher than you think. The Secretary of State is inclined to reject most petitions for reinstatement.
    After filing the petition, you must attend a hearing.  An…
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