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Archive: 2022
Dealing with Nursing Home Abuse: Highly-Rated Florida Nursing Homes Can Still Have Neglect and Abuse Issues
December 7, 2022 | Category: Nursing Home Neglect/AbuseThe rates of nursing home neglect and abuse are alarming. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), one in six individuals age 60 or older has experienced abuse in community settings over the past year, and two-thirds of nursing home staff members admit to committing acts of abuse over this same time period.
How to Prevent Florida Elder Abuse
December 6, 2022 | Category: Nursing Home Neglect/AbuseSome factors could increase or decrease the risk of perpetuating and/or experiencing elder abuse in nursing home facilities and assisted living centers.
Impaired Boating – A Leading Factor in 2021 Fatal Boating Accidents
December 1, 2022 | Category: Boating AccidentsThere were 751 Florida boating accidents in 2021, and the Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) arrested 93 boaters for boating under the influence (BUI).
Liability for Florida Company-Owned Vehicle Accidents
November 30, 2022 | Category: Automobile Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Truck AccidentsLiability for Florida Company-Owned Vehicle Accidents - Florida accidents involving company-owned vehicles are challenging, and there are a lot of questions that need to be answered.
Rights of Florida Hit-and-Run Accident Victims
November 29, 2022 | Category: Automobile Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Truck AccidentsLee County had more than 2,500 illegal hit-and-run accidents in the first 11 months of 2021. There shouldn’t be any.
2022 Thanksgiving – A Dangerous Weekend for Impaired Driving
November 22, 2022 | Category: DUI AccidentsSafety tips for having a fun and safe Thanksgiving weekend and avoiding impaired driving accidents.
Spivey Law Firm Main Sponsor of SW Florida ABATE 2022 Veterans’ Christmas Event
November 17, 2022 | Category: Community Support, Firm News, Motorcycle AccidentsOur veterans are important to us. They safeguarded our country in our time of need. We are proud to join the Southwest Chapter of ABATE in making their 2022 holidays bright.
Spivey Law Firm Continues Support of the Annual Cape Coral Police “Shop with A Cop” Holiday Program
November 16, 2022 | Category: Community Support, Firm NewsThe 2022 Cape Coral Police Department “Shop with A Cop” Holiday Program assists local Cape Coral children whose families are struggling during these difficult times.
How to Prove Liability in Slip and Fall Accidents
November 15, 2022 | Category: Slip and Fall AccidentsStatistics on slip and fall accidents caused by the negligence of another are alarming and proving Florida liability is challenging.
How do Seniors Know They Are Being Abused?
November 10, 2022 | Category: Nursing Home Neglect/Abuse, Personal InjuryIt is critical that seniors report nursing home abuse to someone. That someone could be a close friend or relative. If they are unable to do so, there is assistance for them.