Most people associate medical malpractice with misdiagnosis or improper care by a primary care doctor. Medical malpractice encompasses more than primary care mistakes. Surgical errors lead to many medical malpractice claims and long-term complications. Understand the...
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Medical negligence in peripheral artery disease treatment
Peripheral artery disease occurs when fat deposits narrow the arteries to the legs, causing numbness, weakness and cramps. In the worst cases, peripheral artery disease can lead to intense pain, leg amputations, heart attacks and stroke. One of the ways doctors treat...
Refusing a breath test in Indiana: Is it worth the risk?
Operating a vehicle while intoxicated is a serious criminal offense in Indiana. If the police pull you over, you may be asked to take a breath test. While drivers have the right to refuse to take a test, you could face additional legal consequences and penalties if...
Three possible ways to get out of jail in Indiana
Everyone makes mistakes or finds themselves in situations where things quickly spiral out of control. If you're facing this situation in Indiana, you could find yourself in a local jail. Fortunately, there are a few ways to get yourself out of jail as fast as...
What do you need to do to set up a living trust in Indiana?
Setting up a living trust in Indiana is simple, although you might spend some time thoroughly thinking out your estate plan. Because it costs money to establish a trust, you may want to ensure that it meets your needs ahead of time. Make a list of your assets Estate...
Prenuptial agreements: The pros and cons
Prenuptial agreements are proactive pacts between soon-to-be spouses to protect their assets should a marriage end. Prenup numbers continue to grow year over year. However, one trend represents a new direction. What once was a male-dominated request is now becoming...
Estate planning and projecting future assets
When you engage in estate planning in Indiana, you determine how to manage, distribute and preserve your assets after you die. One of the biggest misconceptions about estate planning is that only ultra-wealthy individuals use it. However, regardless of their financial...
Understanding the probationary driver’s license
As a newly-licensed driver in Indiana, you have passed the test and proven that you understand the rules of the road. However, if you are under 21, you will not receive your full driving privileges yet. New drivers in Indiana under 21 receive a probationary driver's...
Can a special scaffold heal spinal cord injuries?
In Indiana, individuals with spinal cord injuries face the challenges of permanent paralysis, which changes victims' lives forever. However, a recent clinical trial has had some success with an innovative approach to treatment. UC Davis Health, located in California,...
Can an executor be subject to legal action?
Your estate may be subject to Indiana probate laws after you die. During probate, an executor reviews creditor claims, reviews legal claims from other interested parties and facilitates the transfer of assets to beneficiaries. The executor can either be named in your...