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Prosecution pitfalls in Virginia nursing home abuse & neglect cases
Description: Crimes against Virginia nursing home or assisted living residents can be difficult to prosecute, for a variety of reasons. Sometimes the residents themselves are reluctant or unable to speak up, or staff members unwittingly destroy evidence, and at times the embarrassment or difficulty of a case causes family member or police to give up an elder abuse or neglect case investigation.
Sexual abuse in Virginia nursing homes
Description: Elder sexual abuse may be a more common problem in Virginia nursing homes than most people realize. Nursing homes and assisted living facilities struggling with budget and staffing problems may be more likely to take in residents with a history of violent behavior or mental disorders, and they may be less likely to notice when residents sexually abuse one another. Sadly, many sexual abuse cases go unreported, because elderly victims are unable or unwilling to speak up and facilities are either ignorant of the abuse or complacent.
Signs a nursing home resident is vulnerable to financial abuse
Description: Do you know somebody who you think might be vulnerable to elder financial abuse or do you know a senior who has been the victim of a financial scam? The profile of the typical financial scam victim isn’t what you might think. In addition, there are characteristics that elder financial abuse victims have in common.
Who is to blame when one nursing home resident murders another?
Description: The recent murder of a 100 year old nursing home resident by her 98 year old roommate has people across the country asking: could something have been done to prevent it? How much responsibility do nursing homes have to protect residents from each other? Unfortunately, there are no easy answers to these questions, and often families are left to trust their instincts that something is wrong.
Falls in Nursing Homes CAN and SHOULD be Prevented
Description: Falls in nursing homes don’t just happen – there is almost always a reason for the fall. There are steps that nursing homes, assisted living facilities and long-term care residences can take to reduce the likelihood that an elderly resident will slip, trip or fall.

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Personal Injury and Automobile Accidents:

Report labels Hampton Roads as a deadly area for Virginia drivers
Description: If you spend much time driving around the Hampton Roads area, you may already know that it isn’t the safest place for drivers. According to the draft version of a new report, Hampton Roads in fact has the highest crash rate of any Virginia metro area. Along with this dubious honor comes other sobering facts about fatality rates and contributing causes to serious traffic crashes in the area.
Is your car designed to survive a rollover accident?
Description: There is always room for improvement in the world of automobile safety, and this year’s IIHS Top Safety Picks are no exception. This year the IIHS had a surprise for auto manufacturers – they included rollover testing as a new criteria that must be met in order for vehicles to be considered a top safety pick. This change dramatically reduced the size of the top pick list, leaving out some notable names in the auto world.
How unsafe drivers cause traffic accidents in Virginia work zones
Description: Drivers who speed, tailgate, ignore road signs or chat on their cell phones while driving through a road work zone are asking for trouble. Considering that over 800 people are killed every year in road construction zones across the United States, Virginia law enforcement officers have been cracking down on unsafe driving practices in these areas.
Seat belt and air bag safety tips for Virginia Drivers
Description: Seat belts and air bags are standard equipment in most cars, so standard that sometimes they don’t get the respect they deserve for the important role they play in keeping motorists safe in an auto accident. Learn how to maximize the safety value of these important devices with these seat belt and air bag safety tips, courtesy of AAA Mid-Atlantic.
Auto accident risk factors for Virginia’s teen drivers
Description: Young drivers face greater risks on Virginia roads than older drivers, primarily because of their inexperience. With their “nothing bad can happen to me” attitude, novice teen drivers can be easily distracted or can underestimate road dangers. Combine these issues with drinking while driving, speeding, and poor seat belt use and teens are accidents waiting to happen.

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Medical Malpractice:

Why is Heparin Killing Babies?
Description: Critics have cited a drive for profit as one reason for an increase in medical errors, as more nurses are working longer hours and taking care of more patients which some believe naturally leads to unavoidable human errors. Unfortunately, the latest medical mistake has claimed the lives of two babies in a Texas hospital, victims of an accidental hospital overdose.
Website Allows Consumers to Compare Hospitals
Description: The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has been updating its Hospital Compare website. This website allows you to compare hospitals based on different criteria. Many Virginia hospitals currently have information available on the website.
Special Rules for Virginia Medical Malpractice Cases
Description: Virginia has special rules for medical malpractice cases that make it tough on plaintiffs.
Has Your Doctor Committed Medical Malpractice?
Description: The Virginia Board of Medicine's new website allows you to learn whether your doctor has committed malpractice before.
How Medical Mistakes are Costing U.S. Healthcare $8.8 Billion
Description: Tort reform supporters argue that the rising costs of healthcare are due to increasing insurance costs at the hands of plaintiff's medical malpractice suits. A new study from HealthGrades indicates that the industry is costing the American people $8.8 billion in avoidable medical mistakes.

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DUI, Traffic and Criminal Law Defense:

Virginia DUI Attorney: Why you need to FIGHT HARD against DUI charges
Description: Virginia lawmakers like to act tough when it comes to DUI convictions in the state, and they have worked hard to enact some serious penalties for drunken drivers. If you are facing DUI charges – whether it is your first, second or subsequent offense – it is important that you fight for your rights. If you don’t protect yourself, you could face some major fines, long jail terms, loss of your license, and more.
The high stakes of a DUI conviction in Virginia
Description: Are you facing DUI charges in Virginia? It is important that you understand what the future could hold if you are found guilty of the charges against you. Being convicted of a DUI in Virginia is a serious matter, and comes with some severe penalties. Not only could you face jail time, fines and the loss of your license, but you could also face problems in the future finding a job and securing affordable auto insurance. This is why it is so important to fight against DUI charges by hiring skilled attorneys like those at Weisberg & Zaleski.
Virginia's Move Over/Slow Down law regarding emergency vehicles
Description: Most Virginians are unaware of a law that requires drivers to either move over or slow down when approaching an emergency vehicle that is stopped with its lights flashing. Failure to comply with this law may result in reckless driving charges.
Losing your job after a DUI conviction
Description: There are many consequences that come after a DUI conviction, but one you might not think about is the possibility of losing your job. After a DUI conviction, your employer might fire you or restrict your job responsibilities. If you aren’t working or if you need to find another job after a DUI, it could be difficult to find an employer willing to hire you.
Do I need a lawyer for my DUI case in Virginia?
Description: If you are facing DUI or DWI charges in Virginia, you may be wondering if you should try to find a lawyer, and if so, what to look for in a good attorney. When considering your options, keep in mind the seriousness of a DUI / DWI conviction and the impact it can have on your insurance rates, your ability to drive, your reputation and your freedom.

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Divorce:

A brief overview of child custody laws
Description: A brief overview of Virginia's child custody laws.
How Does Child Support Get Computed In Virginia?
Description: A short primer on how child support gets calculated in Virginia

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General:

Don't Try This At Home: Five Home Remedies That Aren't
Description: Old wive's tales and internet sensations often don't have much scientific backing. Here are five home remedies that you should avoid.

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