Holding Nursing Homes Accountable for Preventable Injuries
In cases where harm or loss occurs in a nursing home due to negligence or misconduct, families may pursue legal action to hold the facility accountable.
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Opioid Receptors Play an Unexpected Role in Gut Development
Researchers at Rice University uncover a surprising role that opioid receptors play in the gut.
American Civil Liberties Union Files Lawsuit Accusing Delaware Board of Funeral Services of Discriminating Against Muslims
“The Constitution protects everyone’s right to practice their religion free from discrimination,” an ACLU-DE attorney said, “yet Delaware’s law directly prevents Muslims, Orthodox Jews, and others who do not practice embalming from practicing their sacred funeral services.”
Florida Family Takes Action Against NASA After Space Station Debris Crashes Through Roof
A Florida family filed legal claims against NASA after a piece of debris jettisoned from the International Space Station crashed through the roof of their Naples home. According to CNN, the space agency had expected the 5,000-pound piece of refuse to disintegrate after entering the Earth’s atmosphere. However, a small piece of the cargo—no larger
Department of Justice Expected to File New Children’s Privacy Lawsuit Against TikTok
“The investigation uncovered reason to believe named defendants are violating or are about to violate the law and that a proceeding is in the public interest,” the F.T.C. said in a statement, adding that it has referred the case for prosecution by the Department of Justice.
Federal Judge: U.S. Department of Defense Can’t Dodge “Don’t-Ask, Don’t-Tell” Lawsuit
“At least as a matter of pleading, these allegations are sufficient to allege conduct that shocks the conscience,” U.S. Magistrate Judge Joseph Spero wrote.
Hawaii Becomes First State to Settle ‘Climate Kids’-type Lawsuit
“We’re addressing the impacts of climate change today, and needless to say, this is a priority because we know now that climate change is here,” Hawaii Gov. Josh Green said in a statement announcing the lawsuit. “It is not something that we’re considering in an abstract way.”
Heart Healthy Habits May Slow Aging, Reduce Disease Risk
Study shows certain lifestyle habits can slow the aging process and lower the risk of death.
Epilepsy Meds Safe for Creativity, Not Planning Skills
New epilepsy medications in pregnancy don’t affect children’s creativity but may impact executive function.
Families of Illinois Men Injured, Killed in Scaffolding Accident File Lawsuits
One of the two lawsuits was filed on behalf of Jeffrey Spyrka, a 36-year-old father of three who fell an estimated eight stories after strong winds dislodged his scaffolding.