A motor vehicle accident can happen in seconds and leave lasting physical, emotional and financial effects. In the immediate aftermath, it is common to feel shaken or unsure about what to do next. Taking the right steps early can protect your health and your ability...
3 unsafe habits at intersections that cause crashes
Intersections are dangerous because of the vehicles moving in opposing directions. Every decision could increase the risk of a crash. Drivers should monitor their circumstances carefully every time they approach an intersection. Regardless of whether there are stop...
Can doctors perform surgery without your consent?
When you go in for surgery, you trust the medical team to care for you responsibly. But can a doctor or nurse make surgical decisions on your behalf without your permission? Fortunately, no — except in very limited circumstances. You have the legal right to decide...
Why do never events still happen?
Many mistakes made by medical professionals are referred to as “never events.” The name signifies that these are such significant mistakes or errors that they should never happen. It is not just a poor outcome for the patient, but something entirely unexpected that...
3 reasons to consider collaborative divorce in Indiana
Divorce can be difficult, both emotionally and financially. But it does not always have to be a fight. Many couples are choosing collaborative divorce, which focuses on cooperation, not courtroom battles. It helps couples work together to find solutions that fit their...
Can employers ask workers to perform tasks off the clock?
Companies’ desire to limit operational expenses is in direct conflict with workers' desires to optimize their income. Businesses often pay workers the lowest hourly rate they can justify. They also frequently train workers to fill their time with secondary tasks if...
Are you heading for a gray divorce?
Divorce can be difficult at any age. However, when it occurs later in life, it presents a unique set of challenges. While the overall number of divorces has been decreasing in recent years, the rate of gray divorces has steadily risen. For those older couples, the...
How the thrill of drunk overspeeding encourages repeat offenses
Driving under the influence is a persistent problem on many roads, and the dangerous mix of alcohol and high speed often leads to repeated offenses. Alcohol lowers inhibitions and slows reaction times, while overspeeding provides an adrenaline rush that can feel...
Can you modify a child custody arrangement?
During a divorce, courts will issue child custody orders. They will divide up legal custody so that parents know who can make decisions for their child, and they will also divide physical custody so that parents know who the child will live with and who will be...
Have you been misclassified?
There are plenty of advantages to being an independent contractor. Still, the majority of the U.S. workforce prefers the steady income and other benefits that come with being a paid employee. Unfortunately, many employees are misclassified as independent contractors,...
