What Are Common Causes of Traffic Accidents in Indianapolis?

Marion County ranked highest in the number of traffic accidents in 2016. Reportable traffic accidents totaled 37,447 which resulted in the highest number fatalities (100) per county in Indiana. In addition to the traffic fatalities in 2016, thousands of people were injured in traffic accidents throughout Marion County. Sadly, many of those crashes did not… Read more »

Five Types of Photographs You Need After a Car Accident

When another driver causes a car accident, that driver should be liable for damages caused by the crash. However, you must prove that the driver caused the crash to recover compensation for injuries. Photographs and videos of the accident scene can help establish fault. Therefore, if possible, try to take photographs and videos after a… Read more »

Personal Injury Claim

How Long Does It Take to Settle a Personal Injury Claim in Indianapolis?

Did you file your accident claim months ago with the insurance company for the party who caused your injury? You may wonder when you will receive payment for your personal injury claim. Unfortunately, it can take several months or even years to settle a personal injury case. However, you do not want to rush to… Read more »

Truck Accident

Seven Common Injuries Sustained in Truck Accidents

Commercial truck accidents typically result in traumatic injuries and fatalities for the passengers of other vehicles. The NHTSA reports that 72 percent of the large truck accident fatalities in 2016 were the occupants of other vehicles. The injuries sustained in a commercial truck accident results in substantial medical bills and lost wages. In addition, victims… Read more »

Pain and Suffering

Pain and Suffering Damages in an Indianapolis Personal Injury Case

Personal injury laws cover a wide variety of accidental injuries. Injuries sustained in car accidents, motorcycle crashes, truck accidents, falls, boating accidents, and ATV accidents are examples of personal injury claims. When another person or party is responsible for the injury, you can seek compensation for your losses and damages, including pain and suffering. What… Read more »

Passenger Claims After an Indianapolis Motor Vehicle Accident

Passengers in motor vehicle accidents are entitled to receive compensation for their injuries. The passenger in an accident was not in control of the vehicle.  Therefore, the passenger cannot be held responsible for the actions and negligence of the drivers involved in a motor vehicle accident. An injured passenger may have several options for recovering… Read more »

Do You Know What To Do After a Slip and Fall Accident in Indiana?

Falls can occur on private property, commercial property, and government or public property. Regardless of the property’s ownership, you have the right to expect the premises to be safe as a visitor. If the property owner’s negligence causes a person to be injured, the owner may be held liable under Indiana’s premises liability laws. However,… Read more »