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Watch Michael Scinta on AM Buffalo  State and Federal law provides “Residents’ Rights,” which are typically those rights or guarantees given to nursing home residents. Most cases against nursing homes stem from the facility’s failure to provide appropriate health care and protective and supportive services. These violations often result in serious physical injury and can...

Trucking is a demanding profession that requires employees to adhere to high standards of performance and personal conduct. While there's no way to guarantee the safety of our roadways, randomized programs of drug and alcohol testing can help. Learn more about how often trucking companies should perform drug and alcohol screens. Common Safety Concerns Although...

In recent years, the problem of nursing home abuse has become painfully apparent. While this is good news for abused residents who previously had little say in the matter, the practice remains stubbornly widespread. Moreover, studies have shown that residents with dementia are far more likely to suffer abuse than their peers. Learn more about...

Double-decker horse trailers are dangerous vehicles that can cause catastrophic highway accidents. Since they don't provide adequate headroom for full-size horses, they're also inhumane. Fortunately, the U.S. Congress has elected to do something about the problem of so-called "horse trucks." Learn more about the Horse Transportation Safety Act of 2013, a federal bill that would...

When automobile parts malfunction, it can be difficult determining who should be held accountable for the defective product. If an injury or damage occurs, it’s important to target the proper parties when making a liability claim. The flawed parts may not have been made by the auto manufacturer, which means other parties may be at...

Personal injury victims are often denied the chance for financial compensation because of unintentional mistakes. Not knowing how to proceed after suffering a personal injury can cost you the settlement that you deserve. Most injury victims are legally entitled to recover medical expenses, lost wages and punitive damages. As long as you avoid the common...

If you've long thought of nursing homes as safe havens where older men and women can live out their golden years in peace and serenity, you would be largely justified in your beliefs. In some facilities, however, nursing home neglect is a very real problem. Because it is often hard to detect, it can sometimes...

A car wreck is an occurrence that can have long-lasting psychological effects. A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can have immediate side effects, but some damage might not become apparent for weeks, months or years. A TBI is caused by impact to the head or a penetrating injury to the head, but an injury caused by...

Overmedication: A Dangerous, All-Too-Common Way to Restrain the Elderly   At the behest of on-site or on-call doctors and physicians' assistants, most nursing home residents follow strict medication regimens that shouldn't be altered or discontinued without a thorough consultation. Unfortunately, many nursing homes suffer from a lack of accountability that can lead staff members to...

A Cheektowaga man injured three years ago when a police cruiser crashed into his vehicle has settled a lawsuit against the Town of Amherst for $1.2 million. The Amherst Town Board on Monday consented to the $1.2 million for Michael Paoletta, after attorneys on both sides came to a settlement last week prior to a...

"Every day is difficult. We had my son for 35 years. That's a long time and a lot of memories, and every day we struggle. Every day," said Richard Metcalf - Click here to see more 

When you open your drapes in the morning, you're greeted by a fresh coat of snow on the lawn. While you might rejoice at the opportunity to spend more time with your family and celebrate important holidays during the winter, you're likely not excited to head out on the road in your vehicle. Thankfully, familiarizing...