DUI Blood Alcohol Testing This article explains generally how law enforcement uses blood tests to measure blood alcohol concentration (BAC) in drunk driving investigations, referred to as Operating While Intoxicated OWI in Indiana) and how the defense can challenge the results in court. The implied consent laws of all states require drivers who […]
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Michigan Slip and Fall Cases
Slip and Fall Accidents In Michigan If you were injured because of a slip, trip, fall, or some other hazard on the premises you were on, you may be entitled to bring suit against the possessor of the property for your injuries. Slip and fall cases are based in tort. Because of this, […]
Read more...Child Injury Lawyer in Indiana
Child Injury Lawyer in Indiana Just the thought of a child being injured is enough to frighten any parent. When an injury does occur, especially due to the carelessness or neglectful act of another person, the emotional effect is multiplied as it touches every member of the family. Holding the responsible party accountable and […]
Read more...What are Grounds for Terminating Parental Rights in Indiana
Parental rights can refer to the right of a parent to child visitation, as well as the right to make legal, social, or financial decisions for a child. The Office of Family and Children in Indiana might file a petition to terminate parental rights if it deems this would be in the best interests of […]
Read more...What is My Indiana Wrongful Death Lawsuit Worth?
What is my Indiana Wrongful Death Lawsuit Worth? If you lost a loved one due to a personal injury caused by another party’s negligence, you may be able to file a wrongful death lawsuit. The South Bend wrongful death attorneys of The Lockwood Legal Group, LLC are here to evaluate your situation to determine […]
Read more...Indiana’s Child Protection Services and CHINS
What is a Child in Need of Services? A “Child in Need of Services,” or CHINS for short, is a child under the age of eighteen who is neglected or abused, AND who is not getting care or treatment that the child needs. The child can be a CHINS if the child: is […]
Read more...Suing Hickory Village Apartments for Slip and Fall
Our firm recently filed a lawsuit against Hickory Village Apartments located in Mishawaka Indiana. The Hickory Village Lawsuit was filed on behalf of our client Ms. Jordan: a single woman in her 60s suffering chronic diabetes. During the winter of 2018, Hickory Village apartments failed to plow its parking lot clear of ice and […]
Read more...Indiana Dog Bite Laws
We consider dogs man’s best friend, but unfortunately, some dogs can cause significant harm. It’s the dog owner’s responsibility to control their dogs and remain aware of their dog’s behavior at all times. If a dog bites you and leaves you with significant injuries, it’s possible to hold the dog owner liable for your […]
Read more...What is a Class D felony in Indiana
Felonies in Indiana are categorized based on a scale from Class A to Class D, with the lower letters including the least serious felonies. Class D felonies include: • Operating a vehicle while intoxicated • Marijuana possession – 30 grams or more • Theft – valued at $750 or more • Counterfeiting • […]
Read more...Do I need a lawyer to expunge my criminal record in Indiana
Can I Expunge My Record Myself? The question everyone asks themselves is whether I need an attorney. Indiana expungement law does not require you to hire an attorney to prepare or file your expungement petition or represent you during any hearing that may be held. However, the expungement statutes contain strict requirements for the petition […]
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