Indiana punishes people who are caught possessing illegal substances. A defendant can expect to face severe criminal charges, including incarceration and fines. A drug possession charge can also affect a defendant’s ability to find housing, employment and education. ...
If you’re recently separated and moving toward divorce, you already know how awkward it can be to tell friends, neighbors, co-workers and maybe even some relatives about this significant life change. You’ve probably encountered intrusive questions and unsolicited...
Many people think of older adults when they think of Social Security benefits. After all, the vast majority of people who rely on payments from Social Security are retired adults receiving retirement benefits to supplement their pensions and personal savings. However,...
Facing any kind of criminal charge is a serious matter. A conviction for a serious offense can result in significant jail time. Even convictions for relatively minor offenses, such as driving infractions, can result in license suspension and other complications. One...
Trucks are an integral part of daily logistics and transportation, but unfortunately, when accidents occur, they can result in catastrophic injuries. These injuries can leave the victims and their loved ones grappling with enormous medical and rehabilitation expenses,...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
