In any type of personal injury claim, car crash claims, medical malpractice claims, etc, the crucial factor is whether or not negligence caused the plaintiff’s injuries. Negligence is a legal principle that has been around for well over 100 years. What are the key...
Is it really consent or quid pro quo?
Workplace relationships are not expressly prohibited by law. Some companies frown upon them or have specific policies in place, like mandating that couples disclose their relationship to HR. But two consenting adults can be in a romantic or sexual relationship with...
How virtual visitation can help kids and co-parents
The end of a marriage or partnership can be an emotionally tumultuous time for both children and co-parents. Grief and anxiety often develop in the wake of this significant life change, impacting the mental health and well-being of everyone involved. For co-parents...
Why may some salaried workers soon be eligible for overtime pay?
People mostly think of overtime wages as a right for hourly workers. Those with unpredictable schedules and variable paychecks at least 150% of their typical hourly wage if they put in more than 40 hours during the work week. In many cases, employees paid on a salary...
What is “quiet firing?” A new term for an old phenomenon
Many employers have the right to fire their employees. However, these employees may have a right to unemployment or severance packages in return. This does not always favor businesses and, as a result, employers may use unethical tactics to push employees out of their...
How far apart should vehicles be on the road?
Driving too close to the vehicle in front makes crashing into the rear of it much more likely. Bringing your car to a halt or swapping lanes takes time and driving too close to someone may not leave you enough time if you suddenly need to do either of these two...
Was your doctor impaired while treating you?
While being a doctor can be highly rewarding, it is no secret that the job is also stressful. Doctors often have to work long shifts, sacrificing spending time with their friends and family members. Doctors are highly skilled, but they are only human. They are...
Key steps in the medical diagnostic process
A health condition or injury can only be treated effectively if it is diagnosed properly. Diagnosing medical conditions requires doctors to train and study for several years. Even then, doctors continue to learn on the job. While medical technology has advanced...
Medical gaslighting occurs more frequently to women
If you are a woman, it likely doesn’t come as a surprise to learn that women seeking health care often get their symptoms ignored or downgraded by their physicians. It’s a form of medical gaslighting that happens every day in the medical community. Below are some of...
3 common ways that Indiana companies violate wage and hour laws
Many Indiana employees work on an hourly basis. Instead of arranging a long-term contract with annual pay requirements, they agree to variable income based on the time that they work. Hourly employees deserve compensation for the time that they commit to their jobs....