Slip and fall accidents are more than just common mishaps; they can lead to serious injuries and give rise to complex legal matters. Understanding liability in these incidents is crucial, as it determines who bears responsibility for the accident and its consequences. In this blog, we’ll explore the intricacies of liability issues in typical slip… Read more »
Being involved in a car accident can cause extensive injuries, including potentially serious damage to your eyes and vision. From blunt force trauma to penetrating injuries, crashes can pose numerous hazards to ocular health. Understanding common car accident-related eye injuries and what to do if your vision is compromised after a collision is critical. Prevalence… Read more »
U-turns can be convenient – but also risky. When they aren’t done properly, U-turns can easily cause an accident. Additionally, distracted drivers may not see a driver who is doing a proper and legal U-turn. These are just some of the factors that make determining fault in a U-turn accident somewhat complicated. If you were… Read more »
Being in a car accident is already stressful, but it gets even more complicated if you are in an accident with an unlicensed driver and you cause it. Who is at fault if a driver without a license is involved in an accident? Hitting an unlicensed driver brings up all kinds of questions about who… Read more »
Being a good driver means knowing the rules of the road. Indiana traffic laws change and evolve all the time. Sometimes, the changes are small, but they can also be significant. What is legal one day might end up being illegal the next. New regulations are added to the Indiana legal code to make it safer… Read more »
Broken ribs are a common injury from car accidents. When you are in an accident, your body is exposed to strong forces, often from multiple directions. The pressure placed on your chest cavity can be intense, often causing broken or fractured ribs. The pain associated with broken ribs can be intense, and these injuries can… Read more »
Semi-truck driving can be dangerous, which is why federal and state governments have strict regulations that truck drivers and their employers must follow. If truckers or the companies they work for break these laws and cause an accident, they can be held liable. One of the critically important regulations is Hours of Service, which regulates… Read more »
Dog leash laws can vary by state. In Indiana, there is not a statewide leash law. Instead, each local city or municipality can set its own laws concerning restraining dogs. That said, most cities in Indiana do require that a dog be restrained, whether it is on public property or the owner’s private property. Furthermore,… Read more »
When you are injured in an accident, to win your case and recover compensation for the damages you have suffered, Indiana negligence law requires that you first establish fault. In other words, you must prove that another party acted negligently and that their negligence is what caused the accident and your injuries. Establishing fault is… Read more »
According to the National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI), slips and falls account for over 1 million hospital emergency room visits each year, or 12% of total falls. Additionally, slips and falls represent the primary cause of lost work days. You may think slips and falls are reserved for elderly people or those who are clumsy,… Read more »