Have you ever wondered whether you are too close to the vehicle in front of you or felt that the driver behind you was following you too closely? If you understand what constitutes a safe following distance, you can better answer these questions and reduce the chance...
Vehicle-related accidents are not always caused by driver error. In some cases, a hidden mechanical or design defect is the root cause. When vehicle components fail without warning, the results can be catastrophic. Below are some crucial points to consider. Common...
You feel fine while you’re drinking, but the moment you step outside, the air hits you, and you realize you are too intoxicated to drive home. It probably makes sense for you to take a nap in your car while you sober up. Law enforcement would disagree. What is “actual...
When parents separate, travel and relocation can be key issues. One common question is whether one parent can take a child out of state if they have shared custody. Indiana law has clear rules for both short trips and permanent moves. Below are some important factors...
Negligence is a fundamental aspect of all personal injury cases. To hold someone legally responsible, the injured person usually needs to prove that negligence occurred. Proving negligence involves showing that certain legal elements are present. Below are the four...
If you follow the news, you’ve probably seen or read more than a few stories about “due process” lately. You may know roughly that it means Americans can’t just be picked up by law enforcement and kept in prison. There’s a whole process with numerous requirements that...
You’re not alone if you’re worried that getting fair compensation after a car accident means going to court. Most people think they’ll have to face a long, stressful court trial to recover what they're owed. It’s not necessarily the case. Most car accident claims are...
Being arrested in Indiana can be a stressful and confusing experience, but understanding the process helps you feel more in control. After an arrest, several key stages determine the outcome of your case. Knowing what to expect and how each step affects your future...
If you ask divorcing parents if their child is to blame, then they will undoubtedly say of course not. It would make no sense to them to suggest this be the case. If, however, you ask children of divorcing parents whether they think they caused their parents' divorce,...
When you decide to file for divorce, you must serve the divorce papers to your spouse. Once they receive this petition, they have time to consider it, which many people use to gather financial documents, talk to a lawyer and more. However, there is a...
