Is a wellness program right for your firm? 
Published: February 22, 2010
Tags: Health & Wellness
Every law firm wants happy, healthy employees, but should your law firm implement a wellness program?
The benefits of workplace wellness programs have been widely touted: they are known to improve productivity and can cut absenteeism by reducing the number of personal and sick days used.
“[Our] wellness program has had a positive effect on [...]
Promoting care for Alzheimer’s, dementia patients
Published: December 28, 2009
Tags: Elder Law, Health & Wellness
Alzheimer’s disease and dementia threaten an individual’s health, identity, independence, dignity and well-being. It has a detrimental impact not only on the person, but also on their families and communities.
As more people have dementia, the legal profession must strive to advance ethical imperatives, which ensure:
• Dignity and individuality is preserved;
• Independence is maintained to the [...]
A doctor’s view: Aging drivers and public safety
Published: December 28, 2009
Tags: Elder Law, Health & Wellness
Following several widely reported incidents in which older drivers caused auto accidents, including one that resulted in the death of a 4-year-old, the elderly driver is increasingly seen as a major public safety concern.
Legislators, policymakers and safety advocates struggle with possible remedies. Many elderly people and their advocates balk at criticism, cite discrimination and [...]
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