At Curcio & Casciato, our Chicago personal injury lawyers have a successful track record of handling unstageable pressure ulcer claims in Chicago. Unstageable pressure injuries are a severe type of pressure ulcer, often
Understanding the difference between a Kennedy ulcer vs bed sore is necessary when evaluating the care your loved one is receiving in an Illinois nursing home. At Curcio & Casciato, we
In Illinois nursing homes, UTIs are a serious concern, particularly for residents with urinary tract infections and dementia. Urinary tract infections and dementia are often linked, with a UTI sometimes
Families often rely on Medicare, the Federal health insurance program that offers health coverage, to cover nursing home care for their loved ones, but what happens when Medicare stops paying
What’s the difference between bacteremia vs sepsis? Bacteremia and sepsis are related yet distinct conditions. Bacteremia refers to the presence of bacteria in the bloodstream, which can occur from activities
How do you put someone in a nursing home against their will in Illinois? No one wants their elderly parents to live the rest of their lives in assisted living
Many families have no choice but to trust nursing homes and assisted living facilities to provide their loved ones with the care they need in their elderly years. Nursing homes
Antibiotics are arguably the greatest tool modern medicine has given us. Thanks to antibiotics, the majority of our population doesn’t drop dead in a matter of days over a minor
Falls are a leading cause of serious injuries among older adults, often resulting in head injuries, fractures, or even death. A fall risk assessment helps healthcare providers and caregivers identify
When it comes to mental health, moving to a new environment is one of the most stressful things that someone can go through. Most people can find ways to cope
For years, both the nanny cam and the granny cam have been a legal gray area. While there are no federal laws banning these types of cameras, some states have
Selecting a Chicago nursing home or assisted living facility for your loved one is often a stressful and draining task. Family members will often visit several nursing homes or assisted