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Dog attacks can cause serious and costly injuries. This is why cities and counties throughout Indiana have adopted laws that address dog owners’ responsibilities to ensure that their dogs do not bite or attack others. People call them “leash laws” because these laws typically require dog owners or handlers to…

The goal of a personal injury lawsuit is to make a victim “whole” – or as close as possible – if he or she suffers injury due to another person’s intentional, reckless or simply careless actions. That is why victims often file personal injury claims against employers when their employees…

What are the risks of riding your motorcycle without a helmet? Unless you are under age 18, you do not need to wear a helmet when you ride your motorcycle in Indiana. However, just because the law allows you to go helmet-free, it does not necessarily mean that you should…

Did you recently get into a car accident with another driver who was making a U-turn at the time of the collision? If so, you will want to pursue full and fair compensation from that driver for all of your injuries and losses. However, you should be ready for the driver’s insurance…

The Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1987 forever changed the way our country views the rights of nursing home residents. It also changed our expectations about the quality of care that nursing homes must provide to them. Today, thanks to OBRA, we now have federal regulations that apply to the…

In the 1980s, communities throughout the country began to enact laws that ban or regulate certain breeds of dogs. The goal of these laws is to reduce the risk of dog bites by limiting the public’s exposure – especially children – to breeds that are deemed to be more dangerous…

The spinal cord is connected to your brain, running down the middle of your back to the base of your spine. It is about the diameter of a finger, and it is protected by your column of vertebrae. There is a clear fluid called Cerebral Spinal Fluid which provides a…

Employers have an obligation to provide a safe working environment for employees. When they fail do to so, it often results in catastrophic injuries. Some of these, such as spinal cord injuries, can place a serious physical, emotional, and financial burden on you and your family. The most common work environment…

Spinal cord injuries can be devastating to you and your family. Often, these injuries require a major adjustment to your lifestyle, and in the most serious cases, they may require long-term daily care. The physical, emotional, and financial stress can be crippling to you and your loved ones. If you…

For many Indiana residents, summertime is one of the most enjoyable times of the year. With an abundance of warm, sunny weather, there are many outdoor activities to enjoy. However, it is important to remember to participate in your summer leisure activities safely. Every year, local hospitals see an increase in…