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Falling While Pregnant: Slip and Fall Accidents

For an expecting mother-to-be, falling while pregnant is a scary situation. Even a minor fall can cause significant slip and fall injuries to the mother and baby. Did you slip and fall while pregnant? Below, Poynter & Bucheri Accident Recovery presents some of the most common questions about falling during pregnancy and what to watch… Read more »

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Dog Bite Infection Guide

Domesticated dogs are often friendly, but even the sweetest dog can become aggressive under certain circumstances. It’s not uncommon for approachable and seemingly harmless dogs to lash out unexpectedly, causing serious harm to victims.   If you just suffered a dog bite, it’s important to seek medical attention. The dog bite alone can cause serious bleeding… Read more »

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Can You Sue For Food Poisoning? What To Know

In this article, you’ll learn: Food poisoning’s most typical symptoms begin with an upset stomach, often mistaken for a bad case of stomach flu, but can progress to a life-threatening illness. Food poisoning, also known as foodborne illness, can be a life-threatening health event. This blog post will delve into the signs, symptoms, and potential… Read more »

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Eye Injury After a Car Accident

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 »

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Broken Ribs After Car Accident

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 »

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Indiana Negligence Law and Personal Injury

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 »

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Car Accident Brain Injury: Here’s What To Do

If you or someone you love is suffering from a car accident brain injury, you’re not alone. In the US, Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) make up a substantial number of injury-related deaths and disabilities, according to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). These injuries account for approximately 30 percent of all… Read more »

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When a Truck Hits a Jaywalker: Who is at Fault?

Truck drivers want to be safe on Indiana’s roadways, but that gets complicated when other drivers – or even pedestrians – pose a safety hazard.  Accidents involving trucks and jaywalkers are almost always catastrophic or fatal for the jaywalker. While there are not a lot of available statistics on these kinds of accidents, the sheer… Read more »