Auto accident settlements occur when involved parties agree on an amount to cover property damage and injuries. The agreement can be reached before trial, or at any time after the trial starts. Settlements are contracts that state the responsible party will pay a set...
Spousal abuse is harmful behavior that occurs between married partners. It can be an isolated incident, or it can recur over the course of a marriage. Patterns of spousal abuse can be extremely physically and emotionally damaging, and a victim may commit criminal acts...
A motorcycle accident normally involves permanent injuries. Permanent injuries could be scarring anywhere on the body or face. They could also include the loss of a limb, eyesight, internal injuries, brain damage and even death. Victims of Motorcycle Accidents in...
Most traffic infractions are minor violations that result in small fines and written citations. However, serious violations are classed as misdemeanors, and the most significant offenses are given felony status. Felony traffic offenses typically mean that grievous...
When a marriage comes to an end, it is not unusual for one party to be awarded alimony. The purpose of the alimony is to ensure that the spouse has enough income to maintain a reasonable standard of living for a time frame specified in the divorce terms and...
Bankruptcy: The very word terrifies many debtors, but many more have found it to be a source of rewarding relief. Even the most initially responsible of borrowers can end up, through unforeseen developments, with debts that become difficult to service, and things will...
If a person is involved in an accident with an 18-wheeler, there is a high likelihood they will suffer a serious injury. In fact, the risk of being injured is much higher than if the accident occurred with another passenger vehicle. After a person suffers an injury...
Most individuals file for bankruptcy under either Chapter 7 or Chapter 11. For those who already have a bankruptcy on their record, there may be a waiting period before a subsequent bankruptcy filing. The waiting period isn't actually for the bankruptcy itself; it...
There are several different ways that a construction lawyer can come in handy and help you through a legal proceeding. When anyone works construction, there are several risks involved with the type of work being done that always pose a hazardous work environment....
Many states are changing drug possession laws. These changes are being made to allow for medical marijuana. However, Indiana has not changed its marijuana laws. In fact, Indiana has some of the strictest marijuana laws in the country. Possession of less than 30 grams...