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When you visit a doctor, you expect a certain level of care. In Indiana, doctors have a legal duty to provide treatment that meets accepted medical standards. If they fail in this duty and cause injuries or other harm, they may be held liable for medical malpractice. ...
If you are involved in a car accident that leads to a spinal cord injury, the costs can be overwhelming. For example, the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation estimates that the average lifetime cost of paraplegia for a 50-year-old is $1,516,052. If the same injury...
Being involved in a hit-and-run accident can be a devastating experience, especially when the driver responsible leaves the scene without providing aid or information. Victims often sustain physical injuries, emotional distress and financial burdens, all while...
There are dozens of traffic statutes on each state’s books, which makes it easy for people to forget some of them. New drivers have to attend a state-approved course and pass a test proving their understanding of traffic statutes. They also typically need to pass a...
Product manufacturers and sellers are responsible for ensuring that their products are safe for consumers. As such, you may hold the negligent party liable and recover damages for injuries caused by a defective product through a product liability claim. A product can...
Advancements in imaging technology are reshaping how medical professionals diagnose and understand brain injuries from car accidents. These innovations help medical professionals better identify injuries, which can be crucial in medical assessments and legal...
Did you know that any personal injury claim has a deadline beyond which an injury victim cannot file a lawsuit to recover compensation for their damages? This is known as the statute of limitations, and it’s a crucial concern if you’re hoping to file a claim against a...
The months from April to June add extra danger to a typical teenager’s life. Older teens have prom and graduation festivities to attend, placing them on the roads after dark and after some may have consumed alcohol and illegal drugs. How can parents keep their kids...
Survivors of severe burn injuries often suffer significant psychological distress as a result of their wounds. While some major injuries from a car wreck will heal and the scars will fade over time, those who suffer third-degree burns over large percentages of their...
Cellphone use is responsible for serious car accidents year in and year out. Reports indicate that hundreds of thousands of drivers admit to using their phones in the car every day. This leads to thousands of accidents resulting in injuries and even fatalities. This...