When traffic suddenly stops in front of you, it can come as a surprise. Maybe someone’s pet ran into the road and the driver ahead slammed on their brakes. Or maybe you came over a hill and found out that there was a traffic jam on the other side. In this type of...
Mispronunciation of names can reflect a culture of discrimination
People who belong to a group that has legal protections against employment discrimination often talk about suffering “microaggressions” at work – even if they haven’t faced blatant, legally actionable discrimination. They may not use – or even know – that word....
Why do most surgical errors occur?
Avoidable mistakes during surgery are unfortunate occurrences, with thousands of cases reported each year in the United States. The path to recovery can be long and difficult for the affected patients. Sometimes, it means dealing with the aftermath for the rest of...
Why is sexual harassment so hard to report?
Workplace sexual harassment remains a pervasive issue that affects countless individuals worldwide. Despite increased awareness and efforts to combat this problem, many cases of sexual harassment go unreported. Please continue reading to delve into the complex factors...
How can you nurture your own well-being during a divorce?
Divorce can be an emotionally challenging and turbulent time in a person's life. If you’re divorcing, all of the transitions and changes can leave you feeling overwhelmed and physically, mentally and emotionally drained. Amid the legal and emotional complexities of...
When can you pursue a wage and hour claim?
While many companies do their best to provide employees with decent wages that include overtime pay, some fail to comply with acceptable standards or even legal requirements. Some employers will even go as far as deducting wages below minimum wage which is against...
How important is trust to an uncontested divorce?
It can be challenging to trust your soon-to-be ex-spouse to be fair and transparent, especially if they have proved untrustworthy during the marriage, which may have led to the divorce. However, trust can be necessary during a divorce, especially an uncontested one. ...
How can teen drivers stay safe this summer?
If you asked someone to guess what the most dangerous time of year to be on the road is, they would probably assume that it’s winter – particularly here in Indiana. Snow can be a real problem, but figures show that teenage drivers have more crashes in summer than at...
Tips for co-parents trying to get through the summer
Summer brings warmth, longer days, and for many children, a break from school. For divorced or separated parents, however, it can also bring added challenges to co-parenting arrangements. Here are some essential tips for making co-parenting during the summer months...
When can you hold a hospital liable for your injuries?
Being injured while in the care of a healthcare provider is worrying. This makes medical malpractice one of the most sensitive personal injury cases. While the physician in question may have been negligent, in some instances, you may hold the hospital liable for your...
