Between the procedures, pain management, and rehabilitation, the costs of treating a serious injury can add up quickly. However, these “actual” expenses only tell part of the story. Pain and suffering can have a profound impact on a patient’s life, but it’s an “expense” that is difficult to quantify. In this article, we share our tips for calculating pain and suffering costs. At Cardinal … [Read more...] about Calculating Pain and Suffering Costs: Tips from a Life Care Planner
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Things to Consider in a Nursing Home Dehydration Lawsuit
Patients at nursing homes rely on staff to ensure they receive proper hydration. But what happens when staff are negligent in their duties? Even a short periods of dehydration can halt the patient’s path to recovery and lead to further complications such as brain swelling and even death. In this article, we discuss the important elements of proving neglect in a nursing home dehydration … [Read more...] about Things to Consider in a Nursing Home Dehydration Lawsuit
Utilizing an Independent Nurse Case Manager
Taking care of a patient with a serious medical condition is about more than just making sure he/she receives the right medical treatments. Healthcare providers must also take into account the patient’s unique wants, needs, and limitations to ensure the patient is comfortable every step of the way. This is where an independent nurse case manager can assist. If you’re an attorney involved in … [Read more...] about Utilizing an Independent Nurse Case Manager
Common Causes of Elder Care Lawsuits
Older patients often require round-the-clock care, which is why many patients are admitted to nursing homes and elder care facilities where staff are always available to supervise, treat, and assist. However, negligence at these homes can have a devastating effect on a patient’s health, quality of life, and recovery. In this article, we explore common scenarios where a patient would file an elder … [Read more...] about Common Causes of Elder Care Lawsuits
Signs of Head Injury From a Car Accident
Even at low speeds, drivers and their passengers are at high risk of suffering a traumatic brain injury in a crash. It’s estimated that more than half of head injury cases in the country are the result of accidents on the road. In this article, we look at common signs of a head injury from car accident and how these symptoms affect patients. If you’re an attorney working on a lawsuit with a … [Read more...] about Signs of Head Injury From a Car Accident
Physician Life Care Planning by Cardinal LifeCare
Recovering from a catastrophic injury or serious condition often involves an array of direct and indirect expenses, from medical bills for treatments to extensive rehabilitation to home modifications. If you’re an attorney working on a case involving a client with a life-altering injury or illness, you will need concrete evidence to prove the full extent of the condition and the associated … [Read more...] about Physician Life Care Planning by Cardinal LifeCare
