According to the U.S. Road Weather Management Program, nearly 170,000 serious injuries and more than 1,300 fatalities occur each year because of ice, slush or snow on the road. Indiana motorists should be aware of safety measures that can reduce the risk of a...
Southern Indiana Law Blog
Factors that affect BAC levels
Knowing not to get behind the wheel after drinking is easier said than done. Although some individuals can handle a drink or two before reaching a BAC of .08, others cannot. There are many factors that affect how the body metabolizes alcohol. Understanding these may...
What hurdles do grey divorcees face?
Going through divorce, you can already expect to face certain hurdles and difficulties especially around matters of finance and overall well-being. But the troubles you face tie directly to the stage of your life you happen to be in. For grey divorcees, you are often...
How to set up a parenting time schedule that works for everyone
For many parents considering divorce, the prospect of losing time with their children is likely the biggest concern. Child custody is challenging, but it is possible for parents to set up a parenting time schedule that works for everyone involved. The Indiana...
What is an expungement?
A criminal record may make it difficult for you to advance your professional life. However, in some instances, this does not have to remain the case forever. Indiana offers the opportunity for expungement or sealing the details of your criminal record from public...
What are the psychological symptoms of a burn injury?
Many people talk about burn injuries primarily in terms of the physical symptoms that they cause. The pain, itching and recovery from surgery may take precedence in your own consciousness as well, at least at first. However, burn injuries can have psychological...
Is it possible to expunge an OWI conviction?
Few things can ruin an otherwise fun weekend faster than a stop for operating a vehicle while impaired. If your stop leads to an arrest and conviction, you may face some serious consequences. Your OWI record may also haunt you for the rest of your life. Everyone...
Can we include pets in our prenuptial agreement?
The divorce court in Indiana will most likely treat your pets as property. The law sees them as property despite them being living beings. It does not provide for pets as it does for children. It is in your best interests to plan for your pets as part of your...
What do my children need from me during divorce?
Divorce is difficult for adults, but often it is children who suffer the most. Particularly if your child is young, he or she may not know what is going on around him or her. If your child is older, he or she may have very turbulent emotions surrounding the divorce...
Understanding Indiana’s “one-bite rule”
Many people assume that if someone else's dog bites them, the owner of that dog is automatically responsible for their injuries. However, that is not always the case in Indiana, thanks to something known as the "one-bite rule." How does the one-bite rule affect...


