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...
Indiana Personal Injury Law Blog
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....
What are the advantages of a 3rd-party workplace injury claim?
Everybody who works in a steel mill, or has ever worked in one before, knows the job is dangerous. High heat, heavy machinery, toxic substances, physical exertion, high-powered tools – all of these things may threaten your health and safety if there is an accident....
Teen drivers can cause hazards for other drivers
Teenagers are usually excited to be able to drive. They look forward to the day when they get their driver’s license. Because of the graduated licensing laws around the country, teen drivers aren’t able to just get a license and have free run of the road. There are...
What makes a dog suddenly bite someone?
Some dogs, often due to past trauma, just have an aggressive temperament. They may bite at almost any time. Most often, though, a dog that bites someone has never done it before. The person who owns the dog, along with the person who got bitten, may be completely...
Address common driving challenges
All drivers must ensure that they’re operating their vehicles safely. When they don’t, others who are on the roads with them can face injuries if the unsafe driving causes a crash. For some drivers, having to drive in less than ideal circumstances is a challenge that...
Is marijuana legalization leading to problems among commercial drivers?
The movement toward marijuana legalization in this country is growing by leaps and bounds -- and that’s changing a lot of different industries in subtle and not-so-subtle ways. Trucking is one of them. Even though there are numerous laws and regulations that are...
Truck drivers need to get more sleep to prevent crashes
If there is anything that scares you on the roads, it’s seeing a large semi go over the rumble strip or crossing into your lane while you’re occupying it. You’ve honked, sped up and slammed on your brakes to avoid drivers making dangerous maneuvers in the past, and...
How can motorcyclists help avoid accidents?
Getting into an accident is often devastating for a motorcyclist. With little protection -- perhaps a helmet and a leather jacket -- any crash can lead to serious injuries. That’s why motorcyclists spend a lot of time thinking about how they can avoid these accidents...
A culture of rushing and its risks
We live in a culture in which productivity is very important. We always want to get more done and many people feel like they have never done enough. At the same time, punctuality is important. We often put more emphasis on future events than current events. For...