Theresa Laughlin Silver
Theresa is a construction and environmental lawyer with an environmental engineering bachelor's degree. She has represented clients from across the country including developers, owners, contractors, and material suppliers. She is a former partner in a prestigious Indianapolis based construction law firm.
Prior to law school, she worked as an environmental and transportation engineering designing municipal water and wastewater systems as well as transportation projects. She received her law degree from Valparaiso University School of Law and her civil engineering degree from Purdue University.
She has published numerous articles in The Construction Zone and in the American Bar Association's journal for the Forum on the Construction Industry, Construction Lawyer, on topics ranging from construction disputes to green building.
Theresa and her family live in West Lafayette, Indiana. She has stepped away from the active representation of clients to work full-time with her children, aged 10, 8, and 5. She is an assistant little league coach and religious education teacher at St. Thomas Aquinas Center at Purdue. Theresa is passionate about literacy and enjoys running.
Latest Articles
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Indiana's Home Improvement Contracts Act
Explains contract requirements that protect consumers from disreputable home improvement suppliers
Apr 28, 2011
- Theresa Laughlin Silver
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The Safety of Indiana's Bicycle Laws
Summer brings bicycle riders. Indiana's bicycle laws have been criticized as unsafe but proposed legislation would eliminate some of these concerns.
Apr 9, 2011
- Theresa Laughlin Silver
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Common Copyright and Trademark Problems for Entrepreneurs
Photographers, bakers, and even bloggers may expose themselves to intellectual property suits in seemingly innocent situations.
Apr 3, 2011
- Theresa Laughlin Silver
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Protect Backyard Gardens with Flowers and Herbs
Gardening made simple. Companion herbs and flowers that can be grown alongside vegetables in backyard gardens.
Mar 25, 2011
- Theresa Laughlin Silver
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Bicycle Safety at Roundabouts
Cyclists are 15 times more likely than cars to be in accidents at roundabouts. Reduce riding risks by following these simple guidelines.
Mar 25, 2011
- Theresa Laughlin Silver
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Book Review: Finding Calcutta by Mary Poplin
A literary review of "Finding Calcutta: What Mother Teresa Taught Me About Meaningful Work and Service" by Mary Poplin.
Mar 21, 2011
- Theresa Laughlin Silver
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Five Earth-Friendly, Educational Ways for Kids to Make Money
Want a response when you hear, "Mom, I need money?" From farmers markets to clearing clutter, kids can make money with these five earth-friendly jobs.
Mar 18, 2011
- Theresa Laughlin Silver
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