April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month! In the United States more than half of women and nearly one in three men experience sexual violence in their lifetime. Sexual assault can occur at any age. Women in health care facilities, suffering from medical issues or otherwise vulnerable may be more likely to be victims. The Law Offices of Judy Greenwood, PC as a woman owned firm that has represented women in medical, and nursing home neglect cases and advocates to protect women and children who are seriously injured, we join with others to raise awareness of the prevalence of sexual assault in our society and in helping those who come forward and report their abuse.

MAY IS SKIN CANCER AWARENESS MONTH As Philadelphia and Montgomery County medical malpractice and nursing home negligence lawyers for over 40 years our experienced lawyers at the Law Offices of Judy Greenwood, PC have handled cases of misdiagnosed skin cancers where failures in treatment or delays have resulted in devastating consequences and even death. Prevention, and correct early diagnosis, and treatment of skin cancers whether it be..... basal cancer, squamous cell cancer, melanoma, or merkel cell cancer, ... taking steps to protect yourself and get early treatment can and will make a difference. So be aware! Skin cancers are the most common cancer in the United States, with one in five people developing a skin cancer by age 70. The facts are: using sunscreen daily can reduce the risk of melanoma by 50%; if you get skin cancer and are treated early you can be okay; your risk of melanoma doubles if you have had 5 or more sunburns. Stay out of the sun, use daily sunscreen, and have an annual skin check with a dermatologist, and make time to check your skin at home monthly for signs of any new, changing or unusual areas on your skin. For more complete information on skin cancers, and what different skin cancers may look like see the website of the Skin Cancer Foundation http://www.skincancer.org If you or someone you know has a skin cancer that was misdiagnosed or mistreated call our office for a FREE CONSULTATION.