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: Food poisoning can happen anywhere food is sold or served. There are practical concerns that come with filing a food poisoning lawsuit. This type of lawsuit is quite complex, so please opt for excellent legal representation. Food poisoning starts with an upset stomach and becomes something much worse. Also… Read more »
What you’ll learn from reading this article: How to recognize the signs of food poisoning Possible culprits of foodborne illnesses What to do if you need to hold somebody liable for your illness You have probably experienced an upset stomach after a night out, especially after over-indulging. However, what if you experience more than a… Read more »
What you’ll learn reading this article: Indiana requires that insurance companies act in good faith. You may have a legal case against an insurance company that fails to meet this standard. Your bad faith claim could be worth even more than the insurance claim, but you’ll need the help of an attorney who handles these… 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: Sometimes, what seems like a straightforward slip and fall accident may actually involve multiple parties because of the location and contributing factors involved. When multiple parties are involved in a slip and fall accident, it can be especially helpful to have an experienced slip and fall accident attorney on… Read more »
What you’ll learn reading this article: Indiana sidewalks can offer year-round hazards to individuals who traverse them. Sidewalks are the responsibility of the property owner—whether that’s a private citizen or the city government—and must be maintained properly. Your timeline to file a slip and fall claim depends on what type of property the accident took… Read more »
What you’ll learn reading this article: Premises liability law refers to the type of law centered on a property owner’s duty of care to visitors. Indiana code provides for modified comparative fault, meaning one or all parties involved in a slip and fall case can be found at fault. The monetary damages you may recover… Read more »
What you’ll learn reading this article: Over half of Indiana is made up of farmland. Rural roads can offer particular dangers that city streets do not. Harvest season can be especially dangerous for drivers as farm equipment and machinery is operating. Indiana is made up of almost 23 million acres of land, and there’s a… Read more »
What you’ll learn reading this article: In many cases, the government and its officials have immunity when it comes to being found liable for accidents. Exceptions to governmental immunity do exist, and you can pursue claims in the event of an accident with a government-owned vehicle. Because of contributory negligence, if you are found to… Read more »