Most people think of Halloween as a time for fun and treats. However, about four times as many children aged 5-14 are killed while walking on Halloween night compared with other night of the year. And falls are a leading cause of injuries among children on this spooky holiday. Many…
The Affordable Care Act, also known as “Obamacare,” has become the center of a contentious political battle, leading to an uncompromising standoff resulting in a federal government shutdown that has left both sides bitterly divided and the nation in limbo. Whether you love or hate the act, it appears, at…
In a recent school bus accident on the Indianapolis’ Eastside, several Washington Irving Elementary School students were sent to the hospital. According to JC Online, the accident happened in the 800 block of North Rural Street at roughly 5:30 p.m. Eight people were taken to Riley Hospital for Children at…
One sure fact with the retirement of the Baby Boomers is that nursing facilities will struggle to meet the demand in coming years. According to NBC NEWS, the world is aging quickly. The Global AgeWatch Index shows us that there are a lot of countries out there that aren’t prepared…
Two teenagers had to be airlifted to Riley Children’s Hospital following a hit-and-run accident on Center Road. According to the Kokomo Tribune, the two were riding a mo-ped when they were hit by a passing SUV — that left the scene after the collision. It happened when the SUV was…
A 4-year-old was injured in a recent Indianapolis ATV accident. According to the Indy Star, the accident happened at roughly 8:00 p.m. when the 17-year-old female operator of the ATV tried to maneuver sharply around a parked car on the side of Wisconsin Street. The maneuver caused the ATV to…
Once upon a time, it used to be a foregone conclusion that a divorcing husband would be expected to pay alimony to his ex-wife, possibly for the rest of her life. Highland divorce lawyers know the tides shifted dramatically. In fact, there has been legislation mulled in at least a…
The Allstate Insurance Company has released its 9th annual “Allstate America’s Best Drivers Report” and it looks like Indiana made the cut. In this report, the nation’s largest 200 cities are ranked base on their car accident frequency and are ranked in order of the safest drivers. Unfortunately, Indiana didn’t…
Few divorces involve a clean break. Even fairly amicable splits can sometimes get messy in terms of finances. This is particularly true for older couples and those who have been married a long time, as their property and assets tend to be tightly intertwine and not easily extricable. As divorces…
You’re not going to be alone on our state’s highways and byways this Labor Day holiday weekend. Not only are more than 43 million Americans expected to travel more than 50 miles to their Labor Day vacation destination, but there will also be roughly 250 local and state law enforcement…