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How to Prevent Fall Risks in Nursing Homes

Falls are the leading cause of death for individuals age 65 and older. The death rate for seniors has increased by 30 percent between 2007 and 2016, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Every year, three million older people are treated in emergency rooms for fall...

How to Obtain Workers’ Compensation Death Benefits

If you have lost a loved one from a work-related accident, Arizona law provides workers' compensation death benefits for certain dependent family members. These benefits can help pay for medical, funeral and burial expenses and provide some financial security after a tragic work accident. If you would like more information...

Road Hazards that Cause Motorcycle Accidents

While all motorists must deal with road hazards like debris on the roadway, ice or slippery surfaces, motorcyclists must have a heightened focus on these potential hazards. Things that have little effect for motorists, such as uneven road surfaces, can be potentially fatal for a motorcyclist. It is important that...

Defective Products and Product Liability Claims

Products are supposed to be safe for consumers to use. If a person is injured when using a product, state law affords the victim the opportunity to pursue legal action against the manufacturer, distributor or retailer for the damages he or she sustained. If you believe that your injury was...

Preventing Parking Lot Accidents | Phillips Law Group

When people think of car accidents, they often think about accidents that occur on busy highways or two-lane roads. However, parking lot accidents are a potential danger zone that should not be ignored. Many accidents occur in parking lots within a few miles of where people live. This is especially...

Can Social Media Impact Your Personal Injury Claim?

Many people use social media to talk about things going on in their lives, including information about a recent accident. However, in a personal injury claim, you run the risk of anything you post online being used against you. It is important to understand how social media can affect your...

Third Annual Holiday for Hometown Heroes Toy Drive

Phillips Law Group is collecting toys for the Third Annual Holiday for Hometown Heroes Toy Drive. The toys are for the children of military families, including families of fallen, wounded or deployed military members and children of local first responders. The donations will help these families through the following charities:...

California Paradise Camp Fire is Deadliest in 100 Years

As deputies, National Guard troops and coroners continue searching for human remains, the death toll from the Paradise Camp fire in California has increased to more than 60 people. The number of missing people has also increased to 631. The fire that started last week has completely destroyed Paradise, California...

Can a Flu Misdiagnosis Lead to Medical Malpractice?

Every year, thousands of people get the flu. However, doctors may still misdiagnose this condition as a cold, pneumonia or other medical condition. When a condition is misdiagnosed, a patient can miss out on important treatments. Additionally, he or she may receive unnecessary treatment that may actually cause harm. If...

How to Reduce Nursing Home Choking Accidents

Choking hazards in nursing homes can affect loved ones when the staff has inadequate training and is unaware of how to prevent these situations from occurring. Through proper training, it is possible to protect the safety of loved ones and minimize the potential risk for injury. If your loved one...