Some people assume that others will treat them with decency in their moment of greatest need. Others put faith in the legal system or an insurance company because they have good coverage. Unfortunately, those who blindly trust that they will receive fair treatment may...
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What should you do after a wrongful death?
You never expected to be involved in a serious auto accident. When you were, your passenger did not survive. Your family member was badly injured and passed away at the hospital, putting you in the position of needing to make a claim on their behalf. After a wrongful...
3 steps to take to preserve evidence after a crash
After you’re involved in an auto accident, it’s important for you to preserve as much evidence as you can. It’s not always clear how to best do that, so going over the following three steps can help you be prepared if you are ever in a crash and want to protect your...
Why do people file Indiana wrongful death lawsuits?
The actions of other people can have devastating consequences for you and your family. Under Indiana state law, those hurt by other people or businesses have the right to file a lawsuit. The civil courts will hear claims related to car crashes, defective products and...
Does winter driving require cautious behavior?
Winter presents dangers on the road due to ice and snow. Even a top-model vehicle could have trouble navigating slick surfaces. How a driver operates their vehicle on Indiana roads also factors into safety. Drivers who ignore safe driving practices could increase the...
Common police errors in drunk driving cases
Drivers accused of getting behind the wheel after drinking or taking drugs often believe the evidence against them is overwhelming and mounting a defense is futile, but that is not necessarily true. Prosecutors in Indiana and around the country usually rely on breath...
Reasons truck accidents occur
Truck accidents can be devastating and may result in serious injury or death even if drivers wear seat belts and take other precautions. These types of accidents are typically caused by a few situations. Residents of Indiana and other states should know some typical...
‘Seizure’ status question before SCOTUS
Indiana police may soon have more specific requirements for abiding by the Fourth Amendment definition of “seizure” of a crime suspect. The U.S. Supreme Court recently heard arguments regarding exactly when a person’s status changes from free to "seized" by police....
The many dangers of fatigued driving
You may not be aware of the dangers that you face from fatigued drivers on Indiana roads. They are even as dangerous as drunk drivers. Driving without 20 hours of sleep has the same exact effect as driving over the legal blood alcohol limit. Nobody really talks about...
How child custody impacts child support in an Indiana divorce
For married parents considering divorce, the two biggest issues they will worry about will likely be the division of child custody and the amount of child support that they will either pay or receive. Quite a few people mistakenly think of child support or child...