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Oct 23rd2026

Injured at a Rental Property in South Bend? How Landlord Liability Works in Indiana

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Key Takeaways: Indiana landlords must keep rental units safe and common areas clean, and a lease cannot waive those duties. Tenants, their guests, and college students renting near campus may all have claims when a landlord ignores a known hazard. Evidence like photos, written repair requests, and code complaints can show that a landlord knew

Oct 16th2026

What Is Considered Reckless Driving in Indiana, and How Does It Affect Your Injury Claim?

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Key Takeaways: Indiana treats driving that puts others in danger as a crime, which makes it more serious than an ordinary traffic ticket. A guilty plea to reckless driving can help prove the other driver caused the crash. “Punitive damages” are possible only in rare cases, and Indiana limits how much a jury can award.

Oct 9th2026

How Truck Black Box and ELD Data Can Prove Fault After a South Bend Truck Accident

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Key Takeaways: ECM, ELD, telematics, and dashcam systems can preserve different types of truck accident ECM data may show speed and braking, while ELD data primarily documents driving time and duty status. Motor carriers generally must retain ELD duty-status records and supporting documents for six months. Prompt “preservation efforts” can help prevent relevant electronic evidence

Sep 25th2026

What to Expect When You Hire a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Elkhart

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Key Takeaways: A criminal case in Elkhart may involve an arrest, initial hearing, pretrial proceedings, plea negotiations, and possibly trial. Your lawyer can review the charges, evidence, defenses, and possible consequences. Early legal representation can help protect your rights before important decisions are made. Our Elkhart criminal defense lawyers at Wilson & Kinsman, LLC represent

Sep 11th2026

What to Do After a Car Accident in Elkhart, Indiana: A Step-by-Step Guide

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Key Takeaways Calling 911 and getting medical care right after a crash protects a person's health and the strength of a future claim. Insurance adjusters often move quickly to lock in low settlements before the full cost of an injury is known. Police reports, photos, and witness contact information gathered at the scene can make

Sep 4th2026

How Trucking Company Insurance Claims Work After a South Bend Accident

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Key Takeaways: Indiana requires most commercial trucks to carry liability coverage between $750,000 and $5 million, with higher limits for hazardous material haulers. Truck accident claims often involve several insurance policies at once, including coverage from the trucking company, the driver, and the cargo owner. Insurance adjusters commonly use quick settlement offers and recorded statements

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Honest and professional

I was charged with an OWI in Elkhart County and Eric was my first call. He was very helpful and personable throughout the entire process. I certainly appreciated his honesty and professionalism. Eric is definitely well experienced in handling these matters. Thanks to his help and guidance, we were able to have all of our necessary steps done before going to court that helped to retain driving privileges. The judge even remarked at how well the case had been managed during the hearing. With Eric’s help, I was able to obtain specialized driving privileges very promptly. I am still able to tend to my life’s responsibilities and my work. I would highly recommend Eric to anyone else needing help with OWI/DUI charges.

anonymous

A man of utmost integrity

Tom is very kind and personable. He is a great attorney to work for and work with. He is a man of the utmost integrity and is forthright in his practice. I would confidently recommend his legal services to any person I cared about.

Kayla Christofeno

Fought my case relentlessly

This law firm fought my case relentlessly for two years to get the settlement that I was seeking.

C.A.

Incredibly thankful

I would like to first give thanks to Eric Kinsman for all he has done for me. I got a criminal mischief charge and was facing a year in jail, this is because I have a past that didn’t look good on me. The prosecutor was determined to get me jail time which gave me high stress, it’s been a long 6 months. What Eric did behind the scenes was incredible not only did he keep me informed on everything the whole time dealing with this case, he also managed to talk the prosecutor into giving me good behavior for a year. I didn’t think there was a chance in the world to make this happen but with the great knowledge he carries he seen things most would have not in this case. He was determined to keep me out of jail and off papers. I’m incredibly thankful to have chosen him as my attorney in this case.

N.W.

5 stars from start to finish

5 Stars from start to finish – Tom is real and knew exactly what to do to navigate through the obstacles and achieve the best outcome in my case. He got it done, well-done, but more importantly, time and again, Tom and his team demonstrated that they possessed the empathy, foresight, professionalism, and organizational capability to make the difference I needed as they managed my case to a successful conclusion. The team at Wilson Law were attentive and supportive, the terms were fair and affordable, the relationship was forthcoming and they enabled me to confidently understand and manage my own role in my own case.

M.L.

Went out of their way to help me with my case

Tom Wilson and his team went out of their way to help me with my case. I had different attorneys throughout the 4.5 years, Tom and the team picked up and finished my case at awesome time. Thank you Tom and your team are very awesome!!!!!

L.S.

Eternally grateful to Eric Kinsman and his staff

Eric Kinsman is a kind, professional, and compassionate lawyer who saved our lives when we were falsely accused. We were terrified, confused, and stunned by the situation and he gave us guidance and help in the most stressful moment in our lives. He knows how to break down the game plan in easy to understand language so you know what is going to happen and you don’t feel disconnected or unsure of what is happening. He is very talented and knowledgeable and knows how to work with the prosecutor and really help his clients through the whole process. You’re not a number in Eric’s office – you’re a person and his staff treats you that way too. I will be eternally grateful to Eric Kinsman and his staff and their kindness and compassion.

L.M.