You may have seen recent headlines regarding the federal decertification and impending closure of Magnolia Ridge, a 148-bed skilled nursing facility in Gardendale, Alabama. CMS has pulled the plug on Medicare/Medicaid participation following repeated deficiencies, leaving more than 100 residents in urgent need of relocation and many families in distress. These developments confirm what we’ve long known: regulatory systems are failing Alabama’s most vulnerable. If you have sim

When someone dials 911 in a medical emergency, they are relying on one thing above all else: a prompt and competent response. In life-threatening situations like cardiac arrest, stroke, severe respiratory distress, or trauma, minutes - and sometimes even seconds - can mean the difference between life and death. Unfortunately, when an ambulance arrives late, the consequences can be devastating.

A recent  audit by the Office of Inspector General (OIG)  revealed a serious gap in oversight in Alabama nursing homes. Between January...

JP Sawyer's focus is on more than just winning cases. It’s about restoring dignity. When a family comes to him with a concern about nursing home neglect, it’s often because something terrible has happened to someone they love. They don’t want legal jargon they want to be heard. They want to be helped.

As the founder of Sawyer Law Firm in Alabama, JP Sawyer has built his practice around one mission: to advocate for those who cannot advocate for themselves. His focus on nursing home abuse and elder law has made him a powerful voice for vulnerable residents and their families.

Summer can be a joyful season for nursing home residents, but it's also essential to recognize the legal obligations and potential liabilities that come with summertime programming.