We recently discussed the case of Donald Brown, a nursing home patient who had a prolific life as an attorney and legislator in Texas. Despite Mr. Brown’s professional accomplishments, he found himself in a situation encountered by folks from all walks of life—neglect in a nursing home. Now, his daughter is pursuing a… Continue Reading
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Family Of Attorney Who Fought For Justice Of Those Wrongfully Accused, Now Seeks Restitution From Nursing Home Where Father Was Abused
Posted in Nursing Home AbuseBy all accounts, Attorney Don Brown was the kind of guy I sure would have liked to know. As a smart and tenacious lawyer, Mr. Brown stood up for the little guys to make sure justice was done. In the most well-publicized case he worked on, Mr. Brown exonerated Clarence Lee Brandley St., was was… Continue Reading
At Fraud Trial Involving A Home Health Agency, The Real Losers Are The Patients Who Miss Out On Care
Posted in Home Health AgencyA fraud trial pending in Federal Court in Philadelphia is providing glimpse into the sad world of fraud amongst home health care agencies. The trial involved four employees of MultiEthnic Behavior Services, Inc., a now defunct home health care agency, who were billing for home nursing services that they never provided. The fraud was discovered… Continue Reading
Bed Sore Treatment: Wound VAC
Posted in Bed Sores, Pressure Sores, Decubitus Ulcers & Pressure UlcersIn cases involving advanced bed sores (also called: pressure sores, pressure ulcers or decubitus ulcers), a wound vac or negative pressure wound therapy can be used to heal the bed sore. A plastic bandage is used to cover the wound and a tube attached to a vacuum machine draws out moisture. The process can be… Continue Reading