Drunk driving is a safety scourge in Indiana and across the United States. Although almost everyone knows that driving after drinking alcohol is unsafe and illegal, a large number of people still do exactly that. Tragically, irresponsible drivers cause a significant...
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Recreational water park hazards can lead to injuries, deaths
A fun way to beat the summertime heat is to visit a water park. They offer an affordable way for families to spend hot weekends while keeping cool. Kokomo features several water parks. Most of them are relatively safe when visitors follow the rules. However, there are...
Indiana wrongful death lawsuit – Who can file a claim?
Losing a loved one is one of the most devastating events you can ever have to deal with. If that death is attributed to someone else’s unlawful actions, or inaction, you deserve justice. This is where wrongful death lawsuits come in. Of course, no amount of money can...
Indiana wrongful death guidelines you should know
The loss of a loved one always tends to shake up one's world, even if it comes naturally after someone has lived a long, productive life. A premature loss of a loved one far sooner than they should have left from your life can be even more devastating. You may have...
A defective flotation device or life jacket could lead to tragedy
Engaging in activities out on the open water is an excellent way to beat the summer heat. For example, you can charter a boat and enjoy the area’s lakes and waterways. Many people also get together with others on a friend’s private boat to escape the heat. As we...
The 1 thing people with boats can do to protect their passengers
Speed boats, sailboats, yachts and even manually powered paddle boats can be a great way to enjoy warm weather and sunshine. Unfortunately, they can also be a source of risk. Boating accidents can occur any time due to weather, mechanical issues with the vessel or...
What constitutes ‘wrongful death’?
Under Indiana law, the family members of loved ones who died as a result of the willful or negligent acts of another party may file a wrongful death claim. Courts award millions of dollars to victims of violent crime, medical malpractices, and car accidents in Indiana...
Wrongful death lawsuits filed over Bryant helicopter crash
Indiana basketball fans might be interested to learn that two more wrongful death lawsuits have been filed over the helicopter crash that claimed the lives of retired NBA star Kobe Bryant, his daughter, and seven others January 26. Bryant's widow, Vanessa Bryant,...
A primer on wrongful death claims
The sudden loss of a loved one is nothing short of tragic. The mere emotional devastation can be too much to handle, let alone the financial realities that often accompany such a loss. Sadly, when taken together, the damages suffered after a fatal accident often leave...
