The coronavirus pandemic has upended every aspect of our society, and legal proceedings are no exception. In Indiana, court operations during the state of emergency have varied by jurisdiction and court, with the Indiana Supreme Court issuing general orders but also granting specific authority and permissions to courts upon request. […]
Indiana drivers travel a lot of miles daily. Whether commuting to work, running errands, or just taking in the scenery, licensed drivers in the Hoosier state depend on the state’s roadways to get around. A suspended license can severely impact the ability to earn a living and take care of […]
Generally, there is no cap, or limit, on the amount of money that may be awarded for losses that result from a personal injury in Indiana. These awards are called damages, which compensate for the wrong that an individual suffered. But, if your injury was caused by a medical care […]
Three Indiana law updates enacted in the 2020 session of the Indiana General Assembly are rooted in common problems experienced by many Hoosiers. The ripple effects of license suspensions and criminal records can have serious impacts on the daily lives of those affected, and health care surprise billing is a […]
Have you ever been in a fender bender, only to realize your back still hurts a few months later? Or are you still waiting for child support you failed to receive a year ago? Is it too late to file a lawsuit to recover damages or be awarded money you […]
People are often surprised at the amount of business conducted with little more than a conversation and a handshake. But if a deal falls apart, how enforceable is it in a court of law? It’s a common misconception that if there’s no written agreement, there’s no enforceable contract. Unfortunately for […]
A lawsuit for failure to pay wages in Indiana can be costly for an employer. Under the Indiana wage payment statute, employers who do not pay employees their full wages within ten business days of a request for the wages may ultimately be made to pay the employee twice the […]
Social Security was implemented under President Roosevelt in 1935. Millions of Americans pay into the Social Security system each year, which provides benefits to retirees, disabled persons, and the families of disabled, retired or deceased workers. Unfortunately, for those seeking benefits on the basis of disability, the average wait time […]
Workers’ compensation and Social Security Disability Insurance are the country’s largest benefit programs for disabled employees. Often, an injured or ailing worker is eligible for payments through both programs at the same time. When this occurs and income exceeds an allotted threshold, Social Security payments can be “offset” or reduced. […]
Preparing to apply for Social Security disability benefits can be daunting and likely occurs when you’re already facing financial challenges. Making an appointment for a free consultation with a Social Security disability lawyer should be the first step to pursuing Social Security disability benefits. A Social Security disability lawyer can […]