When you’re searching for an assisted living facility to call home for someone you care about, you’re probably looking for features like a safe environment, supportive staff, comfortable accommodations, and access to the exact services your loved one will need. One thing many families overlook is inquiring about an assisted living facility’s liability insurance coverage....

When a loved one moves into a nursing home, it can feel like handing over the reins of care to complete strangers. Yet, many families don’t realize they hold significant legal power to influence the quality of that care, thanks to a provision in the Nursing Home Reform Act of 1987. The law was designed...