Poor road conditions such as potholes, erosion, faulty design, and lack of road maintenance can cause severe damage to a vehicle as well as injuries to the unwary driver. However, the question of whether you can sue for the resulting loss is a complicated one to answer. Always speak with a car wreck attorney to…
The exact number of children who experience sexual abuse is difficult to ascertain, because many cases remain unreported. However, many experts say that the abuse that does get reported is likely much lower than the actual number. According to David Finkelhor, the Crimes Against Children Research Center director, 1 in 20 boys and 1 in…
If you were involved in a recent motorcycle accident, you’re in a great deal of pain. Even if your injuries aren’t major, you may need some time to get back to normal. Recovering from a motorcycle wreck is no joke, and it takes time. Here are some tips for recovering as quickly and as effortlessly…
Right from the day they were announced by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the SEC Whistleblower Awards Program has been drawing international attention due to its success. The resounding success of the program likely stems from the fact that enforcement actions resulting from tip offs to the program have resulted in more than $975…
If you were recently involved in a car accident, getting compensation may not be as easy as filing a claim and getting the money from your policy. Your insurance company may give you a couple of hoops to jump through, advise against retaining a lawyer, or force a settlement before you have time to determine…
No one wants to be injured at work, or anywhere else for that matter. Additionally, getting injured while on the job is the last thing many of us think about. This is particularly true if we happen to have one of those jobs (like a sedentary desk job) where getting injured seems highly unlikely. Still,…
Those who are charged with driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol need an experienced criminal attorney. If a policeman stops a driver for a minor traffic offense, the officer may have reason to believe that the driver is intoxicated. If this is the case, he or she can administer something referred to as…
Indiana has some of the most dangerous roads in the country. So, as a driver, you must be alert and aware of the road and other motorists to stay safe. Highway 65 had the highest number of accidents over the years. Many people use this highway to travel to and from work each day. However,…
No one hopes to be injured on the job, but sometimes there’s nothing you could have done to prevent an accident. Some work environments are, by nature, more dangerous than others. However, no matter what caused your workplace accident, it is possible for you to collect workers’ compensation. In most states, even if you were…
People should know that truck drivers are held to a higher standard than motorists when it comes to drinking and driving. They also have more at stake because they could lose their license. A truck driver losing their license puts their job at risk. An attorney knows that if they lose their job, they lose their livelihood,…