Each year when school ends for the summer, teen drivers take to Indiana’s roadways in droves. Many of these teen drivers lack the experience older drivers have. Many of them also admit to engaging in dangerous behaviors that increase the chances of crashes, injuries...
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What are some signs of a concussion?
After a car crash or other extreme accident, you may slowly notice unusual symptoms in your mind or body. A concussion affects your memory and balance, which can cause you to sometimes lose consciousness. While some complications from this injury are easy to spot,...
How do you handle your OWI during a job interview?
After a recent encounter with Indiana law enforcement, you have a misdemeanor OWI on your criminal record. This happened while you seek to get a new job, so how do you explain your charge during interviews? Chron offers tips for talking to hiring managers about drunk...
What to expect at the initial hearing
Facing charges and an arrest can be scary. One of the first things that happens is the initial hearing, also known as the arraignment. Knowing what to expect may ease some of the stress and help you prepare for the proceedings. Review of rights and charges According...
How can you talk to your kids about divorce?
When you are ready to file for divorce, it can be difficult to talk about it. If you have kids, it can be even more difficult to break the news to them. According to Today’s Parent, you should approach the subject differently for children in different age groups....
What are some common symptoms of a brain injury?
A brain injury can occur when you suffer a sudden bump or jolt to your head. Brain injuries often happen after car accidents, workplace accidents and while playing contact sports. Every year, according to the Brain Trauma Foundation, approximately 2.5 million people...
Are teens at a higher risk of death in a car accident?
Teenage drivers often receive a lot of bad attention for being reckless or terrible drivers. They have less experience behind the wheel and are new to the experience, so it makes sense they may not be as capable as older drivers. However, are they really more at risk...
Finding a new partner after divorce as a parent
If your marriage recently ended and you want to find a new partner, or you have uncertainty about your dating life after divorce, it is imperative to focus on the well-being of your children. When it comes to life after divorce, parents have many factors to consider,...
How do you share custody of an infant?
Sharing custody of an infant may seem difficult when you are not the custodial parent. The State of Indiana lays out guidelines for this parenting time that you need to follow. According to the Indiana Parenting Time Guidelines, it is important for both parents to...
Does a drunk driving conviction affect college financial aid?
Even if you try not to drink and drive, you may eventually find yourself sitting beside the road after a night on the town. While there is nothing inherently wrong with enjoying booze with your buddies, an OWI conviction may lead to significant legal penalties. As you...


