Long gone are the days when employees (and employers) could expect to work for the same company their entire career. People may not exactly “job hop,” but they now realize that it’s better to leave a toxic work environment when necessary – and go where the financial...
3 dangerous types of driving distraction beyond mobile phones
Laws implemented to prevent distracted driving and public awareness campaigns often primarily focus on mobile devices. There is little question that cell phones are a major source of distraction on the road. Many people feel intense internal pressure when they hear a...
What is a breach of medical duty of care?
When visiting a medical institution, you expect your condition to be made better and not worse. Generally, this is what happens and doctors will diagnose you and administer the appropriate course of treatment. Unfortunately, this isn’t always how patient treatment...
What should you do if you’re driving on the ice?
Many people get into car accidents when they encounter ice simply because they’re unsure how to drive safely. Maybe they don’t drive on the ice very often and so it’s unexpected. Perhaps they are a young driver who has never encountered winter driving conditions at...
What happens to the marital home in divorce?
In Indiana, the division of a marital home during a divorce can take various paths, each with unique implications and considerations. This state uses equitable distribution, which seeks a fair, but not necessarily equal, division of assets. Understanding the...
Tips for remaining safe during an emergency department visit
Patient safety in the emergency department is a critical concern. Given emergency care's fast-paced and often unpredictable nature, patients and their families can play an active role in enhancing safety. Understanding how to participate actively in their health care...
What everyone should know about hourly pay in Indiana
Like many other states, hourly workers in Indiana are subject to specific wage and hour laws that govern how they are compensated for their work. Employees and employers should understand these regulations to ensure they’re complied with. As of January, 2024, these...
How to approach gift-giving as co-parents during the holidays
During the holiday season, co-parents often find themselves navigating the delicate balance of gift-giving. If you co-parent with your ex, it helps to have insights on how to approach this task with finesse. This way, you can successfully create lasting memories for...
Options for a family business during a divorce
Do you own and operator family business? Maybe you and your spouse got married and then decided that you would work together and launch a business, knowing that you had complementary skills and would work well together. As a result, you are now both equal co-owners of...
What’s aggressive driving, and why is it so dangerous?
Aggressive driving poses a significant threat on the roadways, endangering lives and contributing to a hostile driving environment. Aggressive driving is not a mere display of impatience; it encompasses a range of unsafe behaviors that can escalate quickly. From...