According to the Kiplinger Letter, the cost of living adjustment (COLA) for 2020 is estimated to be 1.6 percent. This is down from 2.8 percent in 2019. The COLA is basically a safeguard against inflation. As the COLA increases, so should monthly … [Read more...]
New Law Prohibits Scooters from Sidewalks
Ever since they started appearing on the streets of Indianapolis last summer, the electric scooters have been a hot topic of debate. Supporters were quick to point out their eco-friendliness and convenience; critics called out the dangers of … [Read more...]
Applying for Social Security Disability After a Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) affect thousands of Hoosiers a year. In 2017, over 33,000 people in Indiana suffered a TBI. While most TBIs are mild and only require emergency care, moderate-to-severe TBIs can result in life-altering symptoms. If … [Read more...]
What Fees Come Out of My Personal Injury Settlement Check?
After your personal injury attorney has negotiated a settlement with the at-fault party's insurance, you don't get a check right away. These fees and expenses are taken out of the final settlement amount before you receive a check: Medical record … [Read more...]
What if I’m Injured at a Fourth of July Parade?
Everyone has an Independence Day tradition like cooking out with friends, watching fireworks, or catching a fun Fourth of July parade. If you're an avid parade-goer, you know that sometimes the festivities can be a little hectic, and might turn … [Read more...]
How Does Mesothelioma Differ from Lung Cancer?
Any time you’re dealing with lung disease, it is not only important to know what exactly to expect as far as symptoms and treatments go, but also what restitution options may be available. Mesothelioma and lung cancer have similar symptoms, … [Read more...]
Is Eye Damage after Cataract Surgery Medical Malpractice?
Cataracts are a part of growing older, but modern medicine has made treating them almost routine. Surgical procedures to extract the old lenses from our eyes and replace them with artificial lens is nothing short of astounding, and most of the time, … [Read more...]
I Have Sickle Cell Anemia. Do I Qualify for Social Security Disability Benefits?
Blood disorders are an unfortunate fact of life. Many diseases and milder variants of others aren’t intrusive enough to affect someone’s life demonstrably, but others can be severe enough to dictate the entire flow of a person’s existence. In those … [Read more...]
When Can You Stop Using a Booster Seat in Indiana?
In 2017, children in the 8-12 age range made up over 50 percent of child injuries from vehicle crashes. The right car seat can be the difference between life and death in the event of a car accident. Yet nearly 85 percent of child safety seats are … [Read more...]
I was Injured on a Golf Course: Who’s Responsible?
Summer is the perfect time to get in a few rounds of golf. The greens and fairways are the healthiest they’ll be all year, and the sun stays up longer than any other season. Indiana has a wide array of courses for whatever suits your style and … [Read more...]
