Auto accidents are always traumatic events that can cause significant damage and injury to the body. Such events can also affect mental health. For some car crash victims, their mental health and well-being can remain damaged long after a crash occurred. In fact, auto accidents are a leading cause of post-traumatic stress disorder, a condition… Read more »
What you’ll learn reading this article: It’s springtime! Everyone is going outdoors to enjoy some warmth and sunshine. With redbud trees and peonies in full bloom, Indiana is particularly beautiful this time of year. But good weather reliably brings an increase in personal injury accidents. When people head outside for hikes, sports, parties, and more,… Read more »
What you will learn from reading this article: What are traumatic brain injuries? What are common causes of TBIs? How do motor vehicle accidents cause TBIs? What are the symptoms of TBIs? What are the long-term effects of TBIs? How are TBIs diagnosed? A traumatic brain injury is exactly what it sounds like: a traumatic… Read more »
In this article, you will read: Indiana Good Samaritan Codes (b) Except as provided in subsection (c), a person who comes upon the scene of an emergency or accident, complies with IC 9-26-1-1.5, or is summoned to the scene of an emergency or accident and, in good faith, gratuitously renders emergency care at the scene of… Read more »
What you’ll learn reading this article: Statistics demonstrating the unexpected increase in fatal accidents during the pandemic Causes of increases in car accidents during 2020 How you can keep yourself safe on the road At a time when fewer cars have been on the road because of Covid restrictions and concerns about leaving the safety… Read more »
What you’ll learn from reading this article: Seat belt statistics – both front and rear Indiana seatbelt laws Your ability to sue even if you were not wearing a seatbelt Seatbelt Statistics Most people recognize the importance of wearing seatbelts. Back in 2000, only 70.7% of front-seat passengers used seatbelts, but as of 2019, that… Read more »
What you’ll learn reading this article: Indiana has certain restrictions in place for known medical conditions that may affect a driver’s ability to safely operate a vehicle. When an unforeseen medical emergency occurs, a driver may not be found liable if they meet the standards for the sudden emergency doctrine. Cases dealing with medical emergencies… Read more »
What you’ll learn reading this article: Indiana DUI crashes cause life-changing economic and non-economic damages. As an injured person, you can seek compensation for certain damages. A DUI accident lawyer can help you secure high-value compensation. This year, hundreds of Indiana DUI crashes will cause severe bodily injuries and deep emotional wounds. Recovering from a… Read more »
What you’ll learn reading this article: After a DUI accident involving an intoxicated person, the investigation starts. The authorities look for evidence that the driver was drunk and try to determine what the driver was doing just before the crash. Were they drinking alone at home? Did they have passengers in the car? Were they… Read more »
What you’ll learn reading this article: Bad weather contributes to many road accidents. Planning ahead can help keep you safe. If you’re hurt in an accident, a local lawyer can help clarify how weather played a role in your crash. Did you know bad weather is a factor in 1 in 5 traffic accidents? In… Read more »