Nurses have demanding jobs that require them to deal with hazards on each shift. These challenges can put them in considerable danger of suffering injuries while they’re working. The onus is on an employer to ensure that all employees have a safe workplace. When they...
Year: 2024
Workers’ comp: Understanding employer rights and responsibilities in Indiana
The Indiana Workers' Compensation Act plays a vital role in helping to ensure that both employers and employees are protected in the event that a worker sustains harm related to their job. The Indiana Workers' Compensation Act mandates that most employers obtain...
Why would an innocent person plead the Fifth?
There are certain constitutional rights that should not be overlooked in criminal cases, and one of these is the Fifth Amendment right to remain silent. Often, pleading the Fifth is portrayed by the media, law enforcement and the prosecution as an indication of guilt....
Indiana’s overdose immunity law features many restrictions
In recent years, more states have enacted laws that provide immunity for drug possession offenses for those who seek emergency help for someone who appears to be suffering an overdose. In some states, this immunity extends to the person suffering the overdose whether...
What’s bird’s nest parenting and how does it work?
One of the most important decisions parents of minors have to make when they split up is what type of parenting arrangement they’re going to use moving forward. There are several that are common, but they aren’t the only ones that are possible. For example, bird’s...
4 mistakes that could negatively affect your criminal defense case
Getting charged with a criminal offense can be a challenging experience, as it has the potential to wholly transform the rest of your life. It is, therefore, important to be prepared and well-informed as to what you should and shouldn’t do as your case evolves. Once...
Workers’ compensation claim: What evidence do you need?
Workers’ compensation benefits can help to provide some much-needed financial support if you suffer injuries as a result of a workplace accident or a work-acquired condition. For a successful claim, you’ll need to gather specific evidence to help establish the...
Madison premises liability: Holding property owners accountable
Visiting a store or the apartment of a friend should not put someone at an unreasonable risk of injury. However, unsafe properties are a major safety concern for residents of Madison, Indiana. Businesses trying to maximize profits while minimizing operational expenses...
Why setting clear priorities is important during divorce
From the time that you were a child, you were likely taught – perhaps by your parents, teachers or even Sesame Street – that it is important to be thoughtful about how you go about making important decisions. Rushing into consequential decision-making scenarios can...
How can divorce impact shares in a family business?
When divorce occurs, it disrupts family life in many different ways. Family businesses, for example, often become entangled in the complexities of divorce proceedings. Managing shares in the family business can be approached in different ways, depending on the legal...