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What is the Eggshell Skull Rule in a Personal Injury Case?

When you are injured in an accident that was caused by someone else’s negligent actions, such as a driver running a red light, you can typically file a claim against them to recover compensation for your losses. Specifically, personal injury claims in Indiana can help you get compensation for things like your medical bills and… Read more »

My Airbags Didn't Deploy. Can I Still File an Accident Claim?

My Airbags Didn’t Deploy. Can I Still File an Accident Claim?

Your airbags are a safety feature meant to protect you in an accident. But what happens when the airbags fail to deploy? Does it mean something malfunctioned? Can it affect your Indiana car accident claim? Let’s take a look and find out. How Are My Airbags Supposed to Work? Airbags have been used in all… Read more »

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Common Injuries When You Are In a Head On Collision

A head on collision (also called a “frontal” crash) can result in numerous injuries and can have a devastating effect on a person’s ability to return to his or her normal life and make an income. Extreme physical trauma – things like broken bones, internal bleeding, severe lacerations, and burns – are just some of… Read more »

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What to Know When Leaving the Scene of an Accident – No Injuries

Everyone knows that hit-and-run accidents are terrible. A driver, often under the influence, strikes another vehicle, pedestrian, or cyclist, and just – keeps driving, with no attempt to stop and see if there are any injuries or deaths. In the United States, there are an average of 2,000 hit-and-run accidents each day (6 of them… Read more »

Can a Pedestrian Be At Fault When Hit By a Car?

Can a Pedestrian Be At Fault When Hit By a Car?

Pedestrian accidents can have serious or fatal consequences for both drivers and walkers, but pedestrians are at a much greater risk of suffering from serious or fatal injuries. According to a study conducted by Smart Growth America, pedestrian fatalities have increased by 35% in the last decade. And with this dramatic increase, people frequently assume… Read more »

Can I File a Claim for A Single-Vehicle Accident?

Can I File a Claim for A Single-Vehicle Accident?

Vehicular accidents are always challenging experiences, even when they don’t involve multiple cars. A single vehicle accident can be just as traumatizing as multi-vehicle accidents, and they can cause as much or more even damage to your car. They can also leave you with serious injuries.  If you’ve experienced a single-car accident, you may wonder… Read more »

What Happens When Your Car Is a Total Loss?

What Happens When Your Car Is a Total Loss?

Experiencing a car accident is never easy, especially when the wreck involves a totaled vehicle. Fortunately, you should be able to receive compensation for your totaled vehicle from your insurance company or the at-fault driver.  In this blog, we discuss common questions people have regarding totaled vehicles including when is your car considered a total… Read more »

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Does an Indiana Police Report Show Who Was at Fault?

What you’ll learn reading this article: The typical Indiana police report doesn’t always include clear information about fault. Fault is determined by courts and insurance companies, long after the accident happens. Even without a police report, you can pursue accident compensation. You might be surprised to see what’s in the police report from your car… Read more »

Towing and Storage After An Accident: Who Pays?

Towing and Storage After An Accident: Who Pays?

If your car was totaled in a serious accident, you probably have a lot on your plate. It can quickly become overwhelming if you have to balance phone calls with your insurance company and medical bills while you search for a replacement vehicle. You’re already at maximum capacity when you receive a bill from the… Read more »

Is Indiana a No-Fault State?

Is Indiana a No-Fault State?

When you are in a car accident, the insurance company you file your claim against will depend on what type of fault state you live in. This will not only determine who you file your claim with, but it can also affect how much money you will receive as compensation for your damages. So, is Indiana… Read more »