What you’ll learn reading this article: Impairment can happen at a BAC level of .02%, only ¼ of the legal DUI concentration. Impaired drivers may not always meet the established blood alcohol concentration DUI level and yet they can still cause alcohol-related accidents. Bar and restaurant owners who over-serve can be found legally responsible for… Read more »
What you’ll learn reading this article: While road conditions can affect or impair a driver at any time of year, winter weather is particularly problematic. In November 2019 for instance, police responded to 95 road accidents after the first snow in Ft. Wayne, Indiana with additional call-ins for things like sliding off the road due… Read more »
What you’ll learn reading this article: Recent catastrophic car accidents in and around Indianapolis show why alcohol-related crashes account for 10% of all Indiana traffic fatalities. Impaired drivers tend to drive at high speeds, operate their vehicles erratically, have slow reaction times and contribute to collisions that injure and kill people. Know the legal concepts… Read more »
What you’ll learn reading this article: When hit and injured by an underinsured driver, you may be at a personal loss for thousands of dollars and should seek the help of a qualified attorney to fight for your rights. The state of Indiana requires all drivers to carry minimum liability insurance and uninsured motorist coverage…. Read more »
What you’ll learn reading this article: Never Heard of Dram Shops? Chances are, you’ve visited one – like your favorite restaurant or bar. Dram shop is an old-world term that originates in 18th century England. Back then, people are served gin by the spoonful, called a dram. Eventually the places where people could get their… Read more »
What you’ll learn reading this article: A recent study suggests collisions involving standard-size and commercial vehicles such as cars and semi-trucks, have increased each year since 2013 by 5%. Accidents with large trucks can be the most dangerous and fatal. Take steps to better share the road with large trucks and avoid possible accidents. If… Read more »
What you’ll learn reading this article: In just six years’ time, the number of breweries in the United States increased by almost 5,000. Indiana is home to over 100 wineries, about 25 distilleries and at least 83 breweries throughout the state, many in close proximity to one another, which encourages “brewery-hopping” and tasting events that… Read more »
What you’ll learn reading this article: Imagine you are in line at the pharmacy when you notice the janitorial staff has just finished mopping. An elderly man with a cane leaves the line in front of you and walks directly toward the wet floor. With no cautionary sign to be seen, you shout to alert… Read more »
What you’ll learn reading this article: Indiana ranks 8th in the number of uninsured motorists, a rising trend across the U.S. The cost to insured drivers has climbed 75% over the past 10 years. “No Pay, No Play” laws incorporate regulations for uninsured drivers’ ability to sue for damages and their rights to seek compensation… Read more »
What you’ll learn reading this article: The best way to stay safe while driving is to anticipate accidents that are waiting to happen. Defensive driving strategies help you avoid an accident on the road. Learn 10 safe driving behaviors you can use every time you’re behind the wheel. They say the best way to stay… Read more »