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12 Types of Discrimination Prohibited by Laws

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on September 30, 2015

According to Dictionary.com, the term “discrimination” can be defined as “any unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people or things, especially on the grounds of race, age, or sex.” In recent years, our understanding of discrimination has expanded to include a much broader definition. Discrimination happens in many different realms including work, business, […]

Avoiding a Car Accident – Safety Tips for Pedestrians and Drivers

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on September 24, 2015

A pedestrian can become the victim of a car accident at any point while walking on or near the road. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reported in 2009 that more than 4,000 pedestrians were killed in motor vehicle crashes. With more than 59,000 injuries reported that year as well, this should be a […]

Elder Abuse Attorney Explains 10 Signs of Nursing Home Abuse

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on September 14, 2015

Nursing home abuse and neglect can come in many forms and patterns. In 2000, the National Center on Elder Abuse reported that of the 2,000 nursing home residents being studied, 44 percent had been abused in some way. Of those who had been abused, 95 percent reported that they had been neglected while at a […]

Tire Safety: Learn the Facts

Written by Cooper & Friedman PLLC on September 1, 2015

According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration, every month three out of four drivers wash their cars. Yet during this same period, only one out of seven correctly check their tire pressure. This means that only 15 percent of all car drivers follow correct tire protocol. This may seem like a minuscule task […]