Distracted driving can be especially dangerous when the distracted driver is behind the wheel of a truck. This is because a fully-loaded semi-truck can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, while the average passenger vehicle weights between 4,000 to 5,000 pounds which can...
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Liability for nursing home abuse and neglect
For victims and families of nursing home abuse and neglect, they may wonder when a nursing home is liable for the harm suffered by their loved one. A great deal of trust is placed in nursing home facilities and when that trust is broken, it is important for victims...
Premises liability claims are possible after slipping on snow
With the winter months rapidly approaching and Indiana often facing difficult winters with ice and snow, it is important for property owners to understand the rules for snow removal and keeping their areas safe. Failure to clear snow in accordance with the law can...
Filing a negligence claim after an accident
If you have been injured in an accident, it is assumed that your injury was caused by something unexpected or unintentional. However, that doesn’t mean that no one should be held responsible for what happened. In fact, many car accidents, slip-and-falls, and nursing...
What slip-and-fall dangers do you need to worry about in grocery stores?
If you were to ask most people how they'd describe a grocery store, they'd likely mention their bright lights and shiny floors. That's deliberate because those things help maintain a clean atmosphere for food products and shoppers. But those shiny floors can also pose...
Will Indiana’s new distracted driving restrictions save lives?
Cellphones have become an essential part of daily life. Many feel anxious when their phone is not within arm’s reach to access their calendars, emails, texts, to-do lists, social media apps and music. Unfortunately, the pull to remain connected comes at a cost....
Is your parent being abused in their nursing home?
When you place your parent in a nursing home, it is because they can no longer look after themselves alone. You are contracting the care facility to care for them and meet their needs. If the staff does not fulfill its duty, your parent will suffer due to neglect,...
Indiana’s Dram Shop Act: How it could affect you after a drunk driving accident
If a drunk driver injures you, your first reaction may be to file a lawsuit against them. However, in Indiana, you also have another option. Indiana has a dram shop law. In specific circumstances, if someone injures you while they were intoxicated, you can hold the...
How to stay safe when working at height
Your profession may call you for you to work at height, day in and day out. For example, if you’re a roofer, you know that you’ll spend the majority of your day well above ground level. Even if working at height is second nature to you, don’t lose sight of what...
Recognize the signs of nursing home neglect
Any time you place a loved one into a nursing home or medical facility, it’s important for you to keep an eye on how they’re treated. Though it would not seem like they would be at risk in a nursing home, the reality is that many problems can arise, including neglect....
