Author: Domnick Cunningham and Whalen

May 14, 2024

What Kind of Financial Abuse Happens in Florida Nursing Homes?

As our loved ones age and require more care, we often turn to nursing homes to provide the support and assistance they need. While these facilities are meant to offer a safe and nurturing environment, unfortunately, instances of financial abuse can occur.  Financial abuse in nursing homes involves the unauthorized …

May 13, 2024

What Are the Common Signs of Nursing Home Neglect?

When we place our loved ones in nursing homes, we expect them to receive the care and attention they need. Unfortunately, nursing home neglect is a serious issue that can have devastating consequences for residents. In Florida, where the elderly population is significant, understanding the common signs of nursing home …

May 10, 2024

What is the Difference Between Medical Negligence and Malpractice

In the intricate world of healthcare, the distinction between medical negligence and malpractice often confuses patients and healthcare providers alike. Understanding these terms is crucial, especially in Florida where the legal implications can significantly affect the outcome of medical litigation. At Domnick Cunningham & Yaffa, we are well-versed in Florida’s …

May 8, 2024

How long do most medical malpractice cases take in Florida?

When facing a medical malpractice claim in Florida, understanding the timeline and what to expect throughout the legal process is crucial for any patient or family member seeking justice. These cases are intricate, often involving detailed examination of medical procedures, patient care, and legal nuances. Domnick Cunningham & Yaffa, with …

May 6, 2024

Nursing Home Abuse Primer: Protecting Your Loved Ones

Nursing home abuse is a devastating reality that affects far too many vulnerable elderly residents. As an experienced elder law firm, the expert nursing home abuse legal team at Domnick Cunningham & Yaffa has seen firsthand the devastating impact that physical, emotional, sexual, financial, and neglectful abuse can have on …

May 6, 2024

Common Nursing Home & Assisted Living Abuse in Florida

In Florida, nursing homes and assisted living facilities stand as sanctuaries for the elderly and disabled. These institutions pledge to offer care, dignity, and safety to their residents. However, beneath this promise lies a disturbing reality where abuse and neglect too often breach the sanctity of these homes. Domnick Cunningham …

May 6, 2024

Florida Nursing Home Staffing Requirements

In elder care, few factors are as critical to the well-being and safety of residents as the quality and quantity of nursing home staffing. Florida, home to a significant aging population, recognizes this through stringent laws and regulations designed to ensure that nursing homes are adequately staffed. However, despite these …

May 6, 2024

The Alarming Truth About Unreported Medical Errors

When someone goes to the hospital, they expect to receive high-quality, safe care that will help them recover from their illness or injury. Unfortunately, the reality is that medical errors are far more common than most people realize, and the true scale of the problem is being severely underreported. As …

May 6, 2024

Is There a Cap on Medical Malpractice in Florida?

In Florida, where the landscape of medical malpractice law is as dynamic as the state’s varied demographics, understanding the limitations on compensation claims, often referred to as “caps,” is crucial for any patient or family member who has suffered due to medical negligence.  These caps, which may limit the amount …

March 18, 2024

Auto, Trucking and Bus Accidents

Auto, Trucking and Bus Accidents Automobile, truck, and bus accidents happen every day. But when they happen to you, or to someone you love or care about, they can change lives – often dramatically. Car accidents are often far more complicated than simply figuring who hit whom and who is …

March 18, 2024

Tractor Trailer Accidents

Tractor Trailer Accidents Every day companies across the United States rely on tractor trailers to get their products where they need to go. However, these large heavy trucks have the potential to cause very serious injuries when they are involved in accidents on the roadways. According to the U.S. Department …

March 18, 2024

When Accidental Drowning Occurs

When Accidental Drowning Occurs In Florida we are surrounded by water whether it be ocean, lake or pool. As enjoyable as they can be for most of us, pools and natural bodies of water present dangerous opportunities. Unfortunately, drowning accidents occur with regularity. Our experienced attorneys at the Palm Beach, …

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