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Antipsychotics Still Being Abused In Nursing Homes

Regulators Release New Guidelines to Reduce Antipsychotic Use for Residents Living with Dementia Antipsychotic drugs are sometimes given to patients living in nursing homes to calm behaviors associated with dementia and Alzheimer’s. But for decades, staff have been wrongfully using … Continue reading

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Adults Who Were Sexually Abused As Children Will Soon Be Allowed To Sue Their Sexual Predators (and those who harbored them), No Matter How Long Ago It Happened In New York!

On January 28 of this Year New York’s legislative bodies put the final touches on the “Child Victims Act”.  It’s almost law. All that is needed now is Governor Cuomo’s signature, which is sure to come soon. The new law … Continue reading

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Migrant Children Ignored and Abused While Detained

Minors Languish Inside Illinois’ Largest Immigrant Detainee Home U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) reported that agents detained a total of 5,283 children who weren’t accompanied by a parent in November of 2018. Ad in December of 2018, two immigrant children … Continue reading

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VAWA for Abused Spouse and more

The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) is a piece of legislation that sought to combat domestic and dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking in the United States through means of criminal justice and community-based responses.   How did VAWA become … Continue reading

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The Most Commonly Abused Tax Deductions

Taxpayers interested in maximizing their financial situation look for legitimate ways to reduce their tax burden. They find tax deductions, credits, and other ways to shrink their tax bill and pay as little as possible. That’s why they often consult with a … Continue reading

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