I have recently announced my candidacy for Daviess County Family Court Judge. Many people have asked me why I have decided to pursue this position. The simplest answer is that I believe that I will do a great job, and and that I will enjoy taking on this role as a way to serve families in […]
After being injured in a car accident, you may be contacted by the insurance company of the person who was at fault. Always keep in mind that it is the job of that insurance company to settle your claim as quickly, and for as little money as possible. The insurance adjuster will try to make you […]
It is natural that injury victims often desire to obtain a quick resolution following their car accident or other type of accident. Insurance companies can prey on this fact and try to convince you to take a “quick and easy” settlement. Most of the time, these proposed settlements, though perhaps quick and easy, are not […]
Life is full of surprises. I hope you are never in this situation. With that being said, here are some tips for anyone who is injured in a car or motorcycle accident. Here are some tips for anyone who is injured in a car or motorcycle accident. Depending on how serious the injury is, obviously […]
This blog is for runners, walkers, bicyclists and those who drive a car. So, I guess you could say it is for pretty much everyone! Spring is here, and I am loving every minute of it! But the beautiful weather also means that there are increased numbers of pedestrians (runners, walkers and bicyclists included) on […]
If you are a victim of personal injury, the truth is you CAN afford to hire an attorney. Over the years, many people who have been injured have asked me how much I charge. Sometimes, they are surprised to learn that the answer is “nothing, unless I help you get money”. The truth is, most […]
There are many misconceptions about medical malpractice litigation. In this blog, I want to address 3 of the most common misconceptions. Misconception #1: If I did not obtain a good result from a surgery, I have a case for medical malpractice. Even with the best possible care, there is no guarantee of a good outcome from […]
In Hollywood’s stereotypical depiction of litigation, such a threat is common and is supposed to strike fear in the heart of an opposing attorney. In my last blog, I discussed the fact that much of what see from Hollywood about litigation is far from reality. So what does a lawsuit really look like? Without overwhelming […]
Have you ever wondered how a lawsuit really works? Is what you see on TV reality? We have all seen the stereotypical portrayal of the civil justice system on TV and movies. A dispute becomes a lawsuit. Next thing you know, a compelling courtroom drama unfolds in front of a jury. The lawyers on both […]
Most of us who are over the age of 30 grew up in an age where seat belts were not a priority. Back in the day, mom and dad piled us in the back of a station wagon, or the bed of a pickup truck, with no thoughts about seatbelts. I survived, and if you […]