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Drug Take Back Day was in April set by The American Association of Poison Control Centers. Yet, Drug Take Back Day can be every time you complete taking medication to help ensure your medications do not get into the wrong hands or are resold to someone who may be at risk of injury if they take the drug. This is particularly true for narcotics which are associated with risks when not closely monitored by a physician.

Pill abuse and theft is more common than you may think. Medications were the leading cause of poisonous death in 2009. The vast majority of deaths were adults. The National Survey on Drug Use and Health in 2009 noted that more Americans abuse prescription drugs than the number of Americans that abuse cocaine, hallucinogens and heroin combined.

Proper disposal of expired, unused or unwanted prescription drugs is critically important to prevent abuse and theft. In fact, all medications should be properly stored in your home while you are taking them to ensure they do not get in the hands of your children or other outsiders that are not familiar with proper use, drug interactions, risks or possible side effects.

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Mass transit vehicle accidents fall into a different category when compared to auto accidents. From school busses, to municipal transport, governmental mass transit systems, and private mass transport, the laws protecting the rights of victims in mass transit accidents depends, in part, on the type of transportation and the respective insurance coverage.

Obviously, there are more risks involved with transporting a large number of passengers. In terms of liability for mass transit accidents, governmental laws offer immunity. In some cases, the degree of liability varies as well.  State statutes typically govern the laws regarding mass transit accidents. This is why it is extremely important to seek out the advice of a personal injury attorney who is familiar with the laws of mass transit. He or she will investigate your case to determine the validity of your claim in the eyes of the law. Once the preliminary investigation, called the discovery period, is complete, a lawsuit may be filed against suspected liable parties.

Liable parties may include other vehicles involved in the accident, property that created an obstacle and caused the accident, or any other variable that was a factor in the mass transit accident. In the end, there may be limits to liability, but appropriate compensation to ease the burden from suffering following an accident can be comforting with the assistance of a personal injury attorney.

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Passengers in auto accidents may be entitled to legal claims for damages they suffer from, but the extent of compensation varies, depending upon allowances in the insurance policy (ies) of the car owner(s) involved in the accident. In some cases, insurance policy limits may extend to uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage. Insurance policy limits may also extend to the passenger’s insurance policy.

First, the cause of the accident is determined by the insurance adjustors at the companies of policy holder who were involved in the accident. So, it is important to seek out the advice of a personal injury attorney before you speak to any insurance adjustors. Statements you may make may be misconstrued by insurance adjustors in an effort to limit liability for an insurance claim. After insurance adjustors determine the circumstances surrounding the accident, a decision is made about the liability of each party involved in the accident.

If you have suffered a serious injury as a passenger in an accident, typically your healthcare needs will extend over the course of several months. For this reason, insurance companies may offer an early settlement to forgo long term expenses associated with your care.  Typically, it is wisest to wait until you reach maximum capacity again and at that time it can be determined if you have a permanent disability rating. Once a permanent disability rating is calculated, a scale is used to determine the extent of financial compensation you may be entitled to.

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Tractor trailer accidents in Indiana and Illinois are commonplace and can be very harmful to the driver, as well as, any other drivers or passengers in surrounding vehicles. It is not uncommon for the end result to be a severe life changing event for affected families members, let alone those who are injured.

Tractor trailer regulations are governed by the state. While regulations are stringent regarding vehicle maintenance, load limits and other safety precaution policies, enforcement of the regulations is difficult in light of the shortage of regulators, inspectors and troopers on the road. This leaves the safety in the hands of trucking company owners. Trucking company owners are obligated to meet safety standards with every load that leaves their driveways. Trucking company manufacturers are responsible to ensure that all vehicle parts are completely in an operational order. Yet, sometimes, there are defective auto parts and other times, trucking company owner employees may be inclined to cut corners when deadlines to hit the road and deliver goods in a timely fashion are the highest priority.

Personal injury attorneys who manage tractor trailer accident cases know how to access experts who can evaluate all factors that go into to tractor trailer accidents, including: load limit, breaking capacity, operational parts, and weather condition factors that may have impacted the course of the driver.

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Constructive Trust Notice for all interested persons, the Estate of Cynthia Mae Cashner claims a constructive trust on all

assets owned by Frederick C. Cashner, Jr.  No property of any kind is to be removed from the premises located at 371 East Tratebas Road, Valparaiso, Porter County,Indiana.  Additionally, no assets are to be used or transferred.  Anyone accepting or assisting in  the transfer of assets, accounts or property shall do so at their own financial risk and will be held accountable.

This is a notice that I am using in a Wrongful Death Case.  It is a very sad situation as a wife was seeking a divorce from her husband in the City of Valparaiso,  Porter County, Indiana.  On Easter Sunday he shot her to death with an AK-47 at her place of business in Portage, Indiana.  Under Indiana Law a murderer cannot inherit from the estate of the person whom he killed. The relevant statute is known as the “Slayers rule” and states as follows: IC 29-1-2-12.1
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Law regarding a tax compliance measure for small businesses has recently been changed to better help support small businesses. The law revision relates to the former requirement of small businesses to send a 1099 form to companies in which they had to purchase services that exceeded $600.00 annually.

Small businesses had been concerned about the   requirement to track and file paperwork for the services in which the company has to purchase over the year in excess of $600.00. Small businesses claimed that the requirement would place hardship on small businesses that would have to take time away from productivity to dedicate time to potential mounds of paperwork. President Obama agreed with the contention of small business owners. Thus, the filing law is no longer a requirement.

Small businesses are the framework of the nation, particularly during difficult economic times. Laws the limit productivity and take away from time that companies can allocate to revenue generation may significantly impair the growth of a small business.

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Indiana child custody modification is a topic of discussion for many divorced parents thriving through career changes which may change their lifestyle or create the need for relocation. The court plays a role in lifestyle changes of divorced parents whenever the alterations in children’s lifestyles change. The court often must reevaluate to determine if the change supports the best interests of the children.

Recently, circumstances changed for an Indiana woman who was originally ordered to be primary custodian of her two children. This woman decided it would be in the best interest of her family to relocate over 30 miles closer to her job location. This decision brought up a contention in the law. Under Indiana law, children have a right to a stable home and the relocation stirred up concerns about the extent of stability due to relocation.

It is true that stability in the child’s environments, such as, the same school, same friends and social activities, offer stability. Of course, the availability of the parent to be home with children is important for stability as well. So, Indiana courts need to evaluate several factors when it comes to modification of custody rights.

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Proton Pump Inhibitors, on a positive note, may allow people to reduce the risk of more serious medical conditions when acid in the stomach creates symptoms that may be more subtle than the consequence of being left untreated. People with erosive esophagitis, GERD, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug-induced ulcers, gastro esophageal reflux disease and small intestine ulcers may find relief using Proton Pump Inhibitors. Yet, the risk also has to weigh against the advantages when it comes to the use of drugs. Some people who have used Proton Pump Inhibitors for up to a year have developed osteoporosis and bone fractures. In fact, recent study demonstrates that long term use is associated with an increased risk of osteoporosis and bone fractures.

Physicians who prescribe Proton Pump Inhibitors closely monitor patients when they are prescribed a Proton Pump Inhibitor. Accordingly, physicians request that patients check in to let the physician know if the medication is working. Physicians may also request the patient return of the office for follow up evaluation after being on the medication for a week or so. Physicians may also prescribe other diagnostic tests to identify any other possible treatment plans that may be an adjunct to treatment or an alternative to treatment. Studies seem to indicate the risk is reduced when the medication is not used for more than 14 days, three times a year.

In essence, it’s wise to be certain you are aware of medication risks. It may also be important for you to know that medications that are less safe and less effective than alternatives are not meant to be approved by the Food and Drug Administration.

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It’s time to slip into your sneakers and get ready for a healthy run. The One America 500 Festival Mini-Marathon is set at the same time as the Legal Aid Centre of Eldoret, Kenya, known as the LACE Race. The Legal Aid Centre of Eldoret, Kenya is hoping to raise the number of participants in the race to help support their initiatives for the protection of civil and legal rights of those involved in the AMPATH program, a medical collaboration joining efforts of Indiana University and Moi University in Kenya. LACE supports legal guidance for those in need. LACE is committed to demonstrations of good will for the support of availability of legal counseling for those in need.

LACE needs runners’ support as well since civil rights for all people in Kenya need assistance that LACE is dedicating to providing. If you can sacrifice sweating clothes, minor back aches or other types of aches that runners may experience, it can be very worthwhile to sign up and train for the LACE run. After all, there are numerous rewards, including:

  • Increased energy, as you release endorphins when you perform any activity in which you lift one foot off the floor interchangeably.
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