Parrish DeVaughn Blog

At Parrish DeVaughn, we work hard to protect the rights of injured workers who suffer on-the-job injuries. But even the best legal outcome isn’t as preferable as avoiding an injury in the first place. That’s why we always urge people in our communities to take whatever steps are necessary to keep themselves and others safe, […]

Although they’re hard to beat for convenience, rideshare apps like Uber and Lyft can put riders at risk of both injuries and out-of-pocket costs when they’re involved in crashes. That’s why all rideshare users should protect themselves as much as possible before, during, and immediately after rides. Check Your Auto Insurance Policy If you own […]

At Parrish DeVaughn, we spend a lot of time helping nursing home residents and their loved ones after they’ve been abused or neglected. Nursing homes are responsible for many aspects of care and daily life for residents, and some residents even require around-the-clock supervision and treatment. When nursing homes fail to uphold their duties, they […]

Healthcare in America is a sensitive topic, but it’s commonly acknowledged that people with health insurance tend to get better treatment than people without it. While emergency rooms typically can’t turn away seriously injured or ill patients who are uninsured, these patients may be rushed out the door before getting all the care they need […]

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, a senior citizen falls every minute of the day in the U.S. That means that 25% of all seniors nationwide will fall at least once per year, and one fall puts older adults at double the risk of suffering a second fall. Despite falls being extremely […]

When you drive, you need your wits about you. That means being fully awake, fully present, and fully focused on the task at hand. Many people know that certain things can make it more difficult to drive safely—drinking alcohol, being sleep deprived, or taking illegal drugs, to name a few. But many common prescription and […]

When people are injured by a product, company, or individual party, they may file a lawsuit to recoup some of their damages. Most lawsuits are personal affairs that involve just the injured victim (plaintiff) and the party that’s accused of being negligent or at fault (defendant). But sometimes, many people suffer the same injuries or […]

Driving is a task most of us do daily. That means it’s easy to take safely getting from point A to point B for granted. But driving is an extremely complex and demanding task, both mentally and physically. It requires uninterrupted focus and concentration, a clear view of the road ahead, fast reflexes, and good […]