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Abuse in Retirement Homes
Times have changed all over the world and in most parts for the better. We are living in an age when both men and women in the household are working and usually are working crazy hours. A time where everyone is busy and on the go that we do not have as much time for family like we use to. There was a time that when your mom and dad got to the age where they became elderly and needed more help that their kids would take them in and take care of them . This has changed over time and families are not as able to do this or just do not have the time.
This is where retirement homes come into play with how they can give more of the needed attention our family members need. We send our family members to retirement homes so that they are well taken care of and so that they may receive the around the clock attention that they may need. At these homes they are supposed to care for our elderly family members and make sure that they are fed, get proper exercise, have activities and get the medical attention they need if they do need it.
The majorities of these homes do follow the rules and treat the elderly as they should be but there are always a few bad apples that try to spoil the bunch. There have been recent cases of nursing home neglect. Neglect ranging from lack of medication to improper cleaning or lack thereof.
It is important that if you have a loved one who is in a nursing home that you do make regular visits and checkups on them. For one thing this lets your family member know that you are still thinking about them and that you do still have time to come see them and check on them. The second reason is so that the workers of the nursing home know that you are going to be around so they make sure that they are doing their jobs properly.
Nursing home abuse is a growing problem and needs to be monitored much better. Do you have a loved one who has been abused or neglected at a nursing home? If so please call Attorney Neil Flit to assist you in this matter. Attorney Flit has a well trained staff and knows how to fight cases like these. If you have a loved one who has been neglected do not let their voice go unheard! Call Attorney Neil Flit 877-373-4878 right now!
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Be Careful When Talking to Insurance Adjusters
It is no big secret that accidents happen every day and to some people it is the first time they have ever been in one. Accidents turn people lives upside down and can be very detrimental to families as well. This is prime time for the at fault parties insurance company to try to swoop in and give the lowest possible offer or to get you to say something they may hurt your case. Here are just a few tips when dealing with the insurance companies.
- Watch What You Say: Be careful of what you say to the at fault parties insurance adjuster because the conversation is usually recorded and you may say something that can hurt your case as well.
- Keep Up With Your Records: Every time you get any information from doctors, the adjusters or anyone who is dealing with your claim make sure you keep track of it. You need to do this for yourself as a way of doing checks and balances.
- Do Not Sign Anything: The insurance company may send you documents that they want you to sign to settle your claim. Do not sign anything until you have thoroughly read everything and understand what is going on.
- 4. Hire a Personal Injury Attorney: Personal Injury Attorney’s fight the insurance companies all day long and are trained to push the claim to the highest possible limits possible. Also most Personal Injury Attorney’s work on a Contingency Fee which means “No Win No Fee”! Let someone who has knowledge fight for you from the start!
- 5. No More Contact: After you have hired a Personal Injury Attorney you no longer have to speak with the insurance adjusters, that is now the job of your attorney and you should let them handle it.
Automobile Accidents are already very stressful on those who are involved. That is why you should let an experienced Atlanta area Personal Injury Attorney fight your case for you! Let your attorney do the fighting for you and make this process much less stressful for you. If you or a loved one has been in an Atlanta Automobile Accident let Neil Flit fight the insurance companies for you! If you’ve been “HIT” call NEIL FLIT 877-373-4878!!!
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Accidents Occurring Far Too Often
We may not have the largest population in the world but we do still consume one of the largest amounts of gasoline worldwide. It is estimated that Americans drive more than 8.27 billion miles a day. This is about 33 miles per day for every car that is on the road. This is a staggering statistic and means that we are much more at risk to have auto accidents then most places in the world.
In the United States alone someone dies every 13 minutes in car accidents and 115 people die every day. This number is ridiculous and shows no sign of decreasing with the amount of people who use our roads on a daily basis. A lot of our roads in America have not been upgraded in decades and were not meant to handle the volume that they do handle today. Even with advances in modern day technology the roads are not much safer.
The biggest problem we face on the roads besides the roads not being able to handle the number of vehicles that use it daily is human error. Yes there are plenty of cases where the car may have some sort of defect but more than likely accidents are due to someone doing something wrong while driving. There are many times on the road when someone is trying to catch a quick bite to eat or text on the phone or speed to get to their destination faster and cause a collision. All it takes is a split second to lose control of a vehicle or cut off someone because you are not paying attention.
The worst statistic I have seen so far is that worldwide 1.2 million people die every year due to automobile related accidents. This means fathers, mothers, brothers, sisters, and friends do not get to make it home to see their families. People do not really think about how bad this problem is in America until it happens to them. Just open a newspaper in your area and see for yourself.
We can make our roads much safer if everyone just does their part and gives the road their full attention while they are driving. Do not try to text, or eat or any other thing that may distract you while you are driving. Remember it is not just your life you are playing with. Have you or someone you know been injured due to a distracted driver? If so you need an experienced Atlanta automobile accident attorney who knows how to handle these types of cases. Remember if you’ve been “HIT” call NEIL FLIT 877-373-4878
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Happy Thanksgiving
In the hustle and bustle of today’s society it is rare for us to be able to get the entire family together and just spend time enjoying their company. Catching up on what is new in their life and seeing what they plan to do next. This is the beginning of the holiday season and a time when people can actually make time to be with all of their family and friends.
With thanksgiving right around the corner we all should be counting our blessings and make sure that we are thankful for all that we have. This is the time of the year when no one worries about diets and enjoys feast that are fit for kings with their loved ones.
Even though this is a great holiday and one of the best holidays since the only thing most people expect is good food and great company we still must make sure to make it safe. We have a few tips to make sure that your thanksgiving is great for you and your family.
- Make Sure Your Trip is Properly Scheduled: Make sure that your flights are not overbooked and also if you are driving make sure that you leave a little earlier so that you can beat the holiday traffic.
- Make Sure Your Menu is Fully Purchased: By making sure that you have everything you need for your entire meal ahead of time will keep you from having to make trips back out to the store and keep you out of holiday traffic.
- Don’t Wait to Schedule Rooms: Do not wait until a few days before the holiday to find arrangements for family and friends. This will keep your guest from being crowded and uncomfortable.
- Be Careful with Alcohol: This is one topic that should almost go without saying but if you are going to partake in drink we ask that you do it at a safe location and that you do not by any means drive.
- Plan Departure Properly: Headed back home is usually just as bad as coming to visit, so if at all possible make sure that you get to the airport early and that you try to hit the roads early to be the traffic rush. This will save you a headache.
The Law Offices of Neil Flit would like to wish you and yours a Happy Thanksgiving and hope that these tips are useful to you as well. We know that we cannot control everything in our lives but we can take some preventive steps. Just remember if you ever need the services of the Law Offices of Neil Flit call 877-373-4878
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Importance of Spoliation Letter and Personal Injury Attorney
There are times when people are out and are injured and believe that they can handle the claim on their own or believe that the person or property where they are injured at will do the right thing and take care of them. Unfortunately this rarely works out for the victim and they are stuck to foot the bill.
In law spoliation is the intentional alteration or destruction of a document. This is something that happens quite often so that people who may have a claim have no evidence. This is why you must put the people or place on notice so that they cannot destroy anything that may be valuable to your claim.
This is one reason why it is so important to have a personal injury attorney on your case. Especially in situation where you have had a slip and fall in a place like a Wal-Mart, Target, gas station or clothing stores. Places like these have cameras and have to keep a thorough account of any incident that happens at their establishment.
An experienced attorney knows how to get the proper paperwork out to companies and businesses like these to make sure that these types of documents are not destroyed. The attorney will be able to make sure that your case is protected and that you get the best possible settlement. Also with an attorney if foul play is done in a situation like this then you will have someone with the legal expertise to fight for you regardless if the information is destroyed.
Spoliation is key in some cases and it can be the make or break point between getting the settlement you deserve and no settlement at all. Have you or someone you know been a victim of an Atlanta area slip and fall? If so you may have a claim and should call Attorney Neil Flit right away. Attorney Flit has many years experience in claims like these and will work hard to make sure justice is served. If you’ve been injured due a slip and fall CALL NEIL FLIT 877-373-4878.
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Having a Safe Halloween
Halloween is one of those times of the year when people can forget who they are for a day and just enjoy being a kid again. On this day everyone dresses up and takes on a whole new identity for one night. Everyone from kids to elderly people participates and has a great time. Even though Halloween is a time to have fun we must also remember to be careful while we are out. Here are a few tips to make sure that you and your family have a great and safe Halloween.
Be careful of the costumes and face paint that you buy for your kids. Make sure that the paint is safe to be on their skin for prolonged periods of time and that their costumes are comfortable. They need something that they can wear for hours and that will not restrict their movement.
Make sure that you kids are fully supervised while trick or treating and that your kids use the buddy system! You kids need to be fully supervised so that they do not wonder off or get lost among other kids and cause a panic. Also make sure that they have friends with them so that they all can help keep track of one another. This will make sure that everyone gets back home safely together.
Check every piece of candy before you let your kids eat any of it. This helps to make sure that your kid does not eat any candy that is old or already opened. This also helps you to keep your kids from eating things that they could possibly be allergic too.
Lastly make sure that your kids know not to talk to strangers while they are out. It is sad to say but this is something that parents will have to worry about when their kids are out trick or treating. Just reaffirm with your kids that they are to just go house to house and to never go in anyone’s house for any reason
Halloween should be a day to cut loose and enjoy your family and friends. At the Law Office of Neil Flit we just want to make sure you do it the safest way possible. If you or a loved one has been injured in an Atlanta car wreck please call Attorney Neil Flit to settle your claim. If you’ve been “HIT” call NEIL FLIT 877-373-4878!!!
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Getting Your Car Ready for the Season Change
This time of the year is one of the most beautiful times of all. The leaves are beginning to turn and a slight chill is started to pass over the country. The fall sports are in full swing and everyone is starting to break out light jackets and sweaters. This is just a great time of the year, but regardless if you live up north or down south this is the time of year to winterize your car! Here are a few tips to make sure that you and your loved ones have a safe winter!
- Get an appropriate oil change: You should already be getting regular oil changes but as the seasons change so does the type of oil you use.
- Windshield wipers: You don’t know how bad they are until it rains and this can be dangerous for you. So go to your local tire shop and have them check your wipers out to make sure you are good.
- Check your battery: Cold weather is tougher on your battery so make sure your terminals are clean and that they do not have any corrosion on them! Do not get caught with a bad battery in cold conditions!
- Check belts and hoses: Make sure that you do not have any leaky hoses and that your belts are in good condition and not worn out.
- Tire pressure: This is something that people overlook all year long and is an easy way to have a blow out. Buy an inexpensive tire gauge at the auto store and check your tires every few days to make sure they are at factory specs.
- 4-Wheel Drive: Since most people do not use their 4-wheel drive in the summer months they should make sure to test it out before winter. Make sure that it is fully operational so that you know if repairs are needed.
- 50/50 anti-freeze and water: This mixture will help to make sure that your coolant does not freeze even in extreme temperatures. A gauge can be brought at an auto store.
- Emergency kit: Make sure you have an emergency kit in your car just in case you get stranded. Have a few things like reflective cones or flares, blankets, small rations and safety kit. If you do not know the area then stay where you are and wait for someone to assist you.
Little tips like these can keep you safe and save you a lot of headache this winter. Remember you use your car for a lot so make sure you take care of it and your car will take care of you. Have you or a loved one been in an Atlanta automobile accident? If so do not wait call Attorney Neil Flit Immediately! He has many years of experience of taking care of clients and getting them the settlement they deserve! If you’ve been “HIT” call NEIL FLIT 877-373-4878
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The Danger of Breast Implants and Reductions
There are many reasons why women get breast implants or reductions. It is commonly known that women believe that their breast is one of their best physical attributes and they also believe this is one of the attributes that men like and look for in a woman. Women who get breast implants are usually getting them to help their self esteem and help build their confidence.
Breast reductions are more times than not for the health of the woman who is getting the procedure. The larger the breast the better the chances are for that woman to have potential back problems as she ages. This procedure is great if it goes well because it helps the woman to relieve some stress off of her body and makes activities easier for her as well.
Breast reductions are still surgeries and should never be taken lightly. Even though it may not be heart surgery it still has plenty of risk associated with it. Potential risk from breast reduction surgery are bleeding, infection, bad reaction to anesthesia, sores around the nipples and more surgeries to make the breast look the same and make sure they are proportioned right. These are risk and do not happen to everyone but no one knows how the surgery will go until it’s over. This surgery has its advantages but should be really thought about carefully before it is gone through with.
Breast implants have been one of the biggest surgeries and most common surgeries women get to get that perfect body that they want to attain. Just as in any surgery this has great risk. Some of the risk for breast implants are that they cannot last forever, they can rupture and Capsular Contracture which makes the breast hard.
Anytime that you have to have any type of surgery there will be some sort of risk involved. This is why unless a surgery is absolutely necessary you must weigh out the pros and cons. Doctors have heavy workloads and never mean to have a bad surgery but mistakes do happen. If you have been a victim of a bad surgery you may have a claim and should explore your options. If you have an Atlanta medical malpractice case then you should call and Atlanta area malpractice attorney! If this is your situation then you should call the Law Office of Neil Flit 877-373-4878 and put Attorney Flit to work for you!
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Buford Highway Georgia’s Most Dangerous Highway
Today there are more drivers than ever on the roads. From the first time drivers who are in high school to the middle age more experienced drivers to the elderly drivers. This means that roads are very busy and overcrowded. A lot of Georgia’s roads are in need of repair and most cannot handle the huge number of commuters who use them each day. If you think these roads are just dangerous for drivers then you are sadly mistaken. Pedestrians and cyclist have it worse because they are overlooked.
Buford Highway is by far Georgia’s most dangerous road with nearly three times as many injuries or fatalities than any other road. When this highway was made it was not meant to be pedestrian friendly. This highway is thirty miles long and over 8 miles of this highway are extremely hazardous. This highway is seven lanes wide and which is not good news for anyone who is trying to cross it. The bus stops along this highway are not in great locations and force people to cross the street away from a cross walk. There are not enough safe places for people to cross this dangerous highway at, and the places that are outlined as safe areas do not operate properly to stop the oncoming traffic.
Besides the poor design of the highway there are hills which block the view of the drivers and the pedestrians. This is like playing Russian roulette for both the driver and the pedestrian. Sadly it is the pedestrian who usually pays the biggest consequence. Georgia spent over 2 billion dollars last years on roads and services and less than 1% went to fixing things like this.
There have been many proposed changes but none have taken place yet. In the year 2012 most of the plans to make the highway are going to go into place. Better cross walks and safer areas for bus stops, and sidewalks so that pedestrians have somewhere to walk besides the dirt and grass.
As the population continues to grow and as people live longer lives then road traffic will forever be a huge problem. There has to be something done about these dangerous roads. Every state in America has some problem roads and changes and solutions are coming way too slow and at the expense of drivers and pedestrian lives. Automobile and pedestrian accidents do happen but we can make changes to greatly reduce them. Have you been in an Atlanta automobile accident? If so you need an attorney who will fight hard for your claim! If you’ve been hit call Neil Flit 877-373-4878!
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The Danger of 18 Wheeler Blind Spots
No matter what we choose to believe, or may want to think, 18-wheelers are a very important vehicle for the world to get goods and services. Trucks have the ability to move large quantities of items from one place to another that trains and other transport vehicles cannot reach. Trucks rule the highways. When a truck is making drops they rule those lanes as well. One of the biggest problems with 18-wheelers is that they have huge blind spots. Just as in any vehicle, the blind spot is an area where the driver cannot see whether or not someone is riding next to them. Blind spots are double or triple the size for 18-wheelers and makes huge problems for drivers.
If you or a loved one is in an 18-wheelers blind spot, you do not exist. These trucks are so heavy and when they are loaded up they can weight double. This means that if an 18-wheeler hits a vehicle,to them it just may feel like they hit a pothole. Subsequently, they may keep driving! Some 18-wheeler drivers believe that they own the road. Addditionally, some dirvers some are poorly trained, overworked or may be on medication. Some truck drivers just assume that since they are so big that people will move over for them and this is no way to share the road.
Honestly when you are in a 18-wheelers blind spot it is in your best interest to give them room and keep your distance. This is best for your safety because you simply will not be able to contest the size of the tractor trailer. The blind spots are usually indicated on the rear of the truck to try to help drivers to avoid those areas. If you are on the road and you see a reckless truck driver, report them either to the authorities or the 800 number that is on the back of their truck.
If you or a loved one have been hit by an 18-wheeler or any truck you should call an Atlanta trucking accident attorney to handle your claim. An Atlanta area trucking attorney has experience in these kinds of cases and knows how to handle the insurance companies to get you the maximum settlement that you deserve. If you’ve been hit call Neil Flit,877-373-4878 or visit us at AtlantaHurt.com
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