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,...
Why divorce can be financially empowering for women
Divorce can symbolize a great loss of a relationship and/or expectations and hopes that may need to be grieved. But for many women, it can also serve as an opportunity to embrace financial empowerment. While the divorce process itself is rarely easy, it can inspire...
Why is the duty of care important in medical malpractice cases?
Medical malpractice occurs when health care professionals make negligent mistakes. It does not simply mean that there was a poor outcome or not the optimal result the patient was hoping for. It means that the doctor should have provided a higher level of care but made...
Motorcycle accidents and inattentional blindness
Motorcycle accidents can happen for a wide variety of reasons, and it’s important for riders to understand the risks. Often, these accidents are caused by other drivers. One reason that this happens is inattentional blindness. This is a bit of a complex problem...
Should business co-owners tell employees about their divorce?
When business co-owners are also spouses, their personal lives inevitably overlap with their professional roles. A divorce in such a partnership can raise many valid questions. The couple would naturally have considerations not just about their personal future but...
How can an employer steal your wages?
You often hear about someone being arrested for embezzlement or stealing company property. But what about the other way around? You rarely hear about a company stealing their employees’ wages. However, it happens frequently, and it could be happening to you. What is...
Co-parenting after divorce: Which parent makes key decisions?
When parents divorce, they must decide how to raise their children in two key areas: where the child lives and who makes important decisions. These are known as physical custody and legal custody. It is legal custody that usually refers to major decisions in the...
Preventing tire blowouts on Indiana roads this summer
A tire blowout is common during Indiana’s summer months and can turn a routine drive into a life-threatening emergencies. At highway speeds, even a moment of lost control can cause rollovers or multi-vehicle collisions. Understanding the danger is the first step...

