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There are many different types of injuries that a person can suffer. Some of these injuries are classified as bodily injury, while others are classified as personal injury. So, what is the difference between bodily injury and personal injury? The Basics To understand the difference between bodily injury and personal injury, it is important to first understand what each term…

When you hear the term elopement, odds are you think of a couple going off on their own and getting married and you’d be right. But, when it comes to nursing homes, the term elopement can be dangerous and might not end with a happily ever after. Making the decision to send your loved one to a nursing home can be difficult because you…

When deciding on a nursing home or assisted living facility for your loved one, you want to get a snapshot of the level of care they’ll receive. An important resource to leverage when doing your research is the Nursing Home Rating System. If you’re unfamiliar, The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) have created a Five-Star Quality Rating System…

If you or someone you know is considering a nursing home or an assisted living facility for a loved one, you came to the right place. As the experts on this topic, our attorneys at Mendes, Reins and Wilander have extensive experience in handling the delicate issues involved in assisted living neglect and abuse litigation and know what to look for when…

Mendes, Reins & Wilander, PLLC specializes in Nursing Home and Assisted Living facility litigation in 16 states, including Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Virginia, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Missouri, New Mexico, West Virginia, Tennessee, Wisconsin, Ohio, New York, Mississippi, and Illinois. Our attorneys at Mendes, Reins & Wilander PLLC have over 50 years of legal experience and have obtained over $300 million in jury…