The parents of a six-year-old boy face neglect charges after the boy accidentally shot his five-year-old sister in the parents' Indiana home. The charges stem from allegations that the parents did not safely store a loaded firearm. If the parents receive a conviction...
Walking will get you where you want to go, whether your destination is just across the street or on the other side of the city. In addition, good weather brings out more walkers—but also the risk of more accidents. What could threaten your safety as a pedestrian?...
If you have a car accident, you may suffer potentially catastrophic burn injuries. Doctors use degrees to describe the severity of burns, with third-degree ones being the most severe. While cool water may help to alleviate some of your discomfort, it is never wise to...
Each spinal cord injury is unique and individual, so it is difficult to predict what recovery will look like. For example, the prognosis depends on the severity of the injury. A complete spinal cord injury is one in which there is a complete disruption of the nerve...
Not every divorce is amicable, even if it appears to be on the surface. There are times when one spouse tries to "win" the child's favor, and that is when parental alienation can occur. Turning a child against the other parent is one way that a hostile spouse might...
Litigation is not the only option for divorce, though the media often makes it seem like it is. It is just one of many, and often the most expensive and stressful one on top of that. Instead, couples going through divorce could try things like collaboration. But...
Due to the seemingly invasive nature of breath analysis tests, you may have a false belief that you have the right to refuse one if an officer asks. However, this is not the truth. In fact, you can actually face punishment for refusing a BAC test of any kind. But why?...
Probation may prove a viable alternative to serving jail time when convicted of a crime. While you remain out of jail, you still have to follow the terms and conditions set by the court. If you do not, you may face further charges. If you violate the terms of your...
Cyclists often have more to worry about when they hit the road than almost anyone else. Their vehicles have the least amount of protection and leave the most room for potential injuries. Dooring is one source of these injuries. But just what is it and how does it...
If you and your spouse are facing divorce, you may be dreading a long, stressful legal battle that will take a financial and emotional toll on both you and your children. However, going to court is not your only option. Mediation is an alternative approach to divorce...
