When a group of people has suffered harm due to a business's negligence, they can file a class action lawsuit to seek compensation and help keep it from happening again. But in Indiana, this is not possible when the negligent party is a university or college and the...
Year: 2023
Compensatory Damages on Indiana medical malpractices
Nothing is more heartbreaking than a medical treatment turning into a fatal tragedy. A Johns Hopkins Medicine study reveals that medical errors rank third in the leading causes of US deaths. The torment caused by substandard healthcare cannot be comparable to any...
Is my landlord liable for my visitor’s injury at his premises?
As a tenant, you'd want nothing more than for your home to be a safe and welcoming space for both you and your visitors. However, accidents happen, and if your visitor gets injured while visiting your place, would your landlord be liable for the damages? Or are you...
What is a wrongful death lawsuit?
People hurt due to negligence, reckless behavior or intentional misbehavior can file a personal injury claim against the individual or entity responsible for the injuries. But not all people are fortunate enough to recover justice in their lifetime. A wrongful death...
Perils of Low Head Dams, aka “Drowning Machines”
If your first interaction with low head dams is the title of this post, then you may think I was being hyperbolic by adding aka “Drowning Machines." Believe it or not, the dangers of low head dams are so well-established among those in natural resources and in dam...
Wrongful death damages: What can you recover?
Losing a loved one is never easy. When that loss is the result of someone else's negligence or wrongdoing, the grief and pain can be even more difficult to bear. While compensation will not bring your loved one back, a wrongful death claim can help you cover some of...
What should I do after a minor accident in Indiana?
Getting involved in a car accident can shock you and leave you confused. However, you should stay calm and keep your emotions from getting the better of you. In these situations, you have legal obligations at the crash scene, no matter how minor it is. Here are some...
Understanding fault and compensation after an Indiana car crash
If you’ve been injured in a car crash, it may have been completely the other driver’s fault. For example, maybe they ran a red light and crashed into you as you were entering the intersection. Many crashes, however, are more complicated than that. Both drivers may...
Has a physician offered you a settlement?
All too often, a physician’s fear of liability will keep them from admitting to wrongdoing when they’ve made a mistake or otherwise subjected a patient to a subpar standard of care. When this occurs, patients may be either left in the dark that they’re now uniquely...
The most common types of wrist fractures
During a traffic collision, numerous different injuries can occur. Many drivers attempt to brace themselves by gripping the steering wheel as tightly as they can. While this can help to stabilize their body and prevent head injuries, it can also put a tremendous...