Emily has long had a passion for the law, which motivated her to begin her legal career in 2023 as a paralegal where she quickly established herself as a dedicated and compassionate member of the legal team. Driven by a deep commitment to justice and unbounded compassion, Emily is committed to supporting individuals and families during some of the most challenging times in their lives. Emily is driven by an unwavering passion for pursuing justice and making a meaningful difference in the lives of her clients.
Emily earned her Bachelor's degree in Ethics and Public Policy from the University of Iowa. Her academic path reflects her long-standing interest in policies that promote fairness, equity, and community well-being. In her position at Michael Hill Trial Law, she brings this perspective into her daily work, striving to support both clients and attorneys with care, integrity, and attention to detail. She is especially dedicated to advocating for the elderly.
Emily lives in Iowa City, Iowa. Originally from Wisconsin, she is an avid fan of the Brewers, Packers, and Bucks. Outside of work, she enjoys traveling, reading, and spending time in nature. She especially loves relaxing at home with her beloved orange cat, Mr. Whiskers.
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Few injuries are as troubling — and as preventable — as bedsores in nursing homes. Also known as pressure ulcers or pressure injuries, bedsores can develop when a resident remains in the same position for extended periods without proper movement or care. At Michael Hill Trial Law, we frequently work with families who are devastated to discover that a loved one developed severe bedsores while under professional supervision.
In many cases, bedsores are not simply a medical complication of aging. They are a warning sign of neglect, understaffing, or failure to follow basic care standards. Understanding how bedsores develop, when they may indicate negligence, and what legal protections exist in Ohio can help families take informed action.
Losing a loved one is always painful. Losing a loved one because of preventable neglect or negligence in a nursing home is devastating. At Michael Hill Trial Law, we speak with families who are not only grieving — but also struggling with the painful question: Could this have been prevented?
While many nursing home residents have serious medical conditions, that does not mean facilities are free from responsibility. When a nursing home’s failure to provide proper care leads to a resident’s death, families may have grounds for a wrongful death claim under Ohio law.
When families place a loved one in a nursing home — especially someone living with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia — safety is the top priority. One of the most dangerous risks these residents face is wandering, sometimes called elopement, when a resident leaves a supervised area or exits the facility without proper monitoring.
At Michael Hill Trial Law, we have seen how devastating wandering incidents can be. Residents who leave a facility unsupervised may suffer falls, exposure to extreme weather, traffic injuries, dehydration, or worse. In many cases, these incidents are not unavoidable accidents — they are the result of preventable safety failures.
When families place an elderly loved one in a nursing home, they focus primarily on safety, medical care, and quality of life. Financial protection is often overlooked — until something goes wrong. At Michael Hill Trial Law, we regularly speak with families who discover too late that a loved one has been financially exploited while living in a nursing home.
Financial exploitation of seniors is one of the most underreported and misunderstood forms of elder abuse. It can quietly drain savings, create long-term financial instability, and cause deep emotional distress for elderly residents who may already feel powerless. Understanding how financial exploitation happens, what warning signs to watch for, and how families can take action is critical to protecting vulnerable seniors.
