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Taxation Out Of Control - Family of child who lived one hour charged "death tax"
In King County Washington the family of a baby who lived just one hour was charged a "death tax" for the review of her death certificate. In what appears to be a simple money grab, King County decided it needed to review the death certificates of all people who die so that the surviving family members know how their loved one died. Larry Clark, the little girls grandfather commented: "Every time I turn around the county appears to be nickel and diming us, putting a tax on this and a tax on that. Where does it end?" Sadly, Larry the end isn't in sight. To read more about this story click here2011 brings over 100 new laws to Illinois
The story should read as follows: When Illinois residents turn the page on their 2011 calendar, they can expect to have over 100 news laws to abide by. Two that might be used more than others relate to speeding. Beginning January 1, 2011, drivers who exceed the posted speed limit by 30 miles per hour are subject to a $1,500 fine and may face 6 months in prison. If you think that is harsh, drive 40 miles per hour over the speed limit and you may be facing 1 year in prison plus a $2,500 fine. I suspect the legislature instituted this law to get their last crack at those who are fleeing the state given the new 66% tax hike it just implemented. For more of Illinois new 100 law for 2011 click hereFamily Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit After Eighty-Two Year-Old Resident Dies From Malnutrition and Pressure Sores
Attorney David W. Terry of the Terry Law Firm recently filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Parkwood Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and related entities in the Circuit Court of St. Louis County, Missouri on behalf of Angela Thompson, the granddaughter of Nellie Wilks. Continue reading...David Terry Invited to Speak at Solo and Small Firm Conference
David Terry of the Terry Law Firm, L.L.C. has been asked to give a presentation on the state of nursing home litigation at one of the largest continuing legal education conferences in Missouri. The Solo and Small Firm Conference will be held at Tan-Tar-A Resort - Osage Beach on June 11 - 13, 2009. David's topic is entitled "Safekeeping Elders: How to Take on the Negligent Nursing Home". Continue reading...Attorney David Terry Testifies Before Senate Committee
For the third time, attorney David W. Terry of the Terry Law Firm has testified before a committee of the Missouri legislature. Today's testimony focused on Senate Bill 467, which would require nursing home companies to carry liability insurance. Mr. Terry testified in favor of the bill and pointed out to Senate members that many of the nursing homes operating in Missouri and throughout the United States do so with a spiderweb of corporate entities designed solely for the financial benefit of their owners, rather than their residents. Continue reading...David Terry Speaks at National Nursing Home Conference
David W. Terry, founding member of the Terry Law Firm, L.L.C., spoke yesterday at a national nursing home conference of nursing home abuse and neglect sponsored by The American Association for Justice. Continue reading...Wrongful Death Lawsuit Filed Against Illinois Nursing Home
Attorney David W. Terry of the Terry Law Firm, L.L.C. filed a wrongful death lawsuit on Friday against the Edwardsville Nursing and Rehab Center as a result of a resident's death at the facility on October 22, 2007.A The Complaint was filed in the Circuit Court of Madison County.A The resident died after suffering a fall in a bathroom where the light was not in working order.A He fell, struck his head, and died several minutes later on the bathroom floor. Continue reading...Testimonials
Thank you so much for everything. Most of all I appreciate that you recognized that an atrocity had occurred that needed to be admitted. I wish you great success and a blessed life for you and your family.
-Joyce
After my father's death my sister and I hired David Terry to represent us for a wrongful death case. David did a great job representing my family and gave us the upmost respect. David is very knowledgeable and fought hard for us, treating my family as though it was his. I feel fortunate to have found David and for him to have accepted our case. I highly recommend him to anyone who may need his services.
- Gina A.
I was very impressed with the way David handled our case.
- E.M.
I could see he was doing an extremely professional job of constructing this case block by block, witness by witness.
- Elwin M.
The Terry Law Firm provided us with good service and really kept us informed. David even answers his cell phone off hours. That's impressive.
- Jerry S.
David was very good about explaining things...we're not doctors, we're not lawyers. He was very good about realizing this and making sure we really understood...made sure we understood exactly what he was doing and why.
- Nancy D.
Mr. Terry is a vigilant advocate for families of patients whose loved one had suffered nursing home neglect. He went way beyond what was required of him.
- Bruce R.
David and his staff worked aggressively in resolving liens.
- Bill S.
Concern, concern, concern. He cared about the case and what we were doing.
- Mark K.
Everyone in David's office was cordial and answered questions honestly and seemed truly interested in my case.
- D.S.
I was very fortunate to have him on my side.
- L.E.
He kept us well informed.
- Willis H.
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