Delaware has prohibited texting and driving since 2011 in response to the increase in accidents related to device distractions. According to the state's Arrive Alive Delaware campaign, drivers who text behind the wheel are six times more likely to cause a serious...
Year: 2020
What Is an Insurance Declaration Page?
If you or a loved one are injured in a car accident, it is important to understand what benefits are available to you through your auto insurance policy. Especially when opening a case with a personal injury firm, it is important to know what coverage you have...
Is the newest work safety concern the labor market?
Sometimes the most dangerous thing about your workplace has nothing to do with machinery or hazards. According to Common Dreams, the newest safety risk in the workplace is the nature of the current job market and the expectations put on workers. The push to work...
What can we do to reduce the likelihood of winter falls?
Delaware is one of several Northeastern states that experience cold winters and oft-delayed springs. During this time, snow and ice may present slipping hazards for people of all ages. If you take certain medications, have disabilities or belong to the 55-plus age...
What are signs of elder financial abuse?
If you must place your aging parent into a nursing home in Delaware, you hope the staff takes great care of your loved one. Unfortunately, nursing home staff may financially exploit your mother or father. AARP provides warning signs of financial elder abuse. Learn...
What are the signs of a serious head injury?
Some slip and fall accidents only lead to slight bumps and bruises which are easily recovered from. However, others can lead to serious head injuries, which may impact your life for many years to come. According to the Mayo Clinic, there are a range of signs and...
What are the common causes of Delaware auto accidents?
Knowing the common causes of auto accidents can help you avoid unsafe practices and situations. According to March 2020 report in the Delaware News Journal, traffic fatalities in the state increased from 2018 to 2019 and are on track to increase again in 2020. Review...
The connection between bedsores and nursing home negligence
Bedsores go by many other names, including decubitus ulcers and pressure injuries. There are several factors that can contribute to the formation of bedsores, including fragile skin, reduced sensation and prolonged immobility. If you have an elderly loved one who is a...
What workers’ compensation benefits may you claim?
Delaware residents may claim workers’ compensation if they suffer a job-related injury or contract an occupational illness at work. Family members of a deceased worker may also have the right to a claim. What amounts may you recover for a job-related injury or...
The different types of elder abuse
According to Delaware law, a vulnerable adult is someone who is susceptible to abuse, neglect, coercion, mistreatment or manipulation. Isolation, sickness and mental and physical disability often are factors in the vulnerability of an adult. A variety of different...