Month / October 2014
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Several Possible Claims and Defendants in New Mexico Jail Suicide Case
Wrongful death claims for jail suicides in local jails can be brought in New Mexico under a number of legal theories, laws and statutes. In addition, there may be a number of…
October 21, 2014 -
New Mexico Elder Abuse Resources
Elder abuse is a growing problem. Elder abuse comes in many forms. These include physical, emotional and financial abuse with many varieties within each of these areas of abuse. Moreover, the abuse…
October 20, 2014 -
Suicide in Local Jails – Minimal Policies and Procedures for Protection of Inmates
Suicide is the leading cause of death in local jails. There is really no excuse for this. The risk factors, warning signs and preventive measures are well known. Despite the fact that…
October 15, 2014 -
Suicide in Local Jails Preventable Yet Far Too Common
Suicide is the leading cause of death in local jails. Suicide surpasses drug and alcohol, accidental and homicide related deaths combined. A study from the Bureau of Justice Statistics studying jail…
October 7, 2014
Recent Posts
- Federal Tort Claims Act
- The Myth of the Frivolous Medical Malpractice Lawsuit
- Caps in New Mexico Medical Malpractice Claims Against the Government: No Wiggle Room for Multiple Beneficiaries
- Caps on Punitive Damages: Great for Business, Bad for Everyone Else
- Can I Be Ordered To Pay the Other Side’s Legal Fees?
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