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Seat Belt and Child Restraint Laws in Indiana
Traffic safety laws vary widely by state, especially when it comes to the regulations concerning child safety. Proper child restraints are essential for protecting children from the worst effects of a car crash. Continue reading to learn about child safety laws in Indiana, and call an Indianapolis car crash lawyer if you or a… Read More »
Why Hire a Personal Injury Attorney?
If you were hurt by a negligent driver, a defective product, or in a slip and fall at a grocery store, you might be wondering whether you need to retain an attorney. You are legally allowed to handle your own personal injury claims, including communicating with insurance providers, negotiating with defense attorneys, and even… Read More »
What to Do When Flying Debris Hits Your Car?
We have all had that brief moment of panic when we are on the freeway and see a large truck hauling a pile of lumber or other loose materials in front of us. What would happen if the straps broke and the logs came loose, flying backward and crashing into your windshield? What about… Read More »
What to Do After a Car Accident
A serious car accident is a jarring experience that can completely upend your life. Dealing with the aftermath can feel overwhelming as you try to wade through communicating with insurance companies, finding proper medical care, getting your car fixed, and considering personal injury claims, all while dealing with your physical recovery. Below we discuss… Read More »
Report Finds Duck Boat Accident That Killed Indianapolis Family Was Preventable
An Indianapolis family was among 17 people who were killed in a duck boat accident two summers ago. The National Transportation Safety Board investigated the tragic accident to determine the cause and whether the accident could have been prevented. The results of their investigation show that if certain safety recommendations had been followed, the… Read More »
What Are Common Types of Truck Accidents?
Semis, eighteen-wheelers, tractor-trailers and other large trucks have attributes that make them more likely to get in certain kinds of accidents than other vehicles. Nearly any accident involving a large truck is expected to lead to severe injury or worse. Continue reading for a discussion of the more common types of truck accidents, and… Read More »
What to Do After a Truck Accident
Accidents involving large trucks are, on average, more severe than typical car crashes. The sheer size of the vehicle, along with the potential for the truck’s haul to come flying or spilling out in a collision means that truck accidents are likely to cause more property damage and more serious injury. Moreover, truck accidents… Read More »
The Importance of Experts in a Product Liability Case
If you were hurt by a defective product, whether it was a faulty washing machine, brake failure in your car, or undisclosed presence of cancer-causing materials in your baby powder, you have a right to recover for your injuries. You have a “product liability” claim against the company or companies that manufactured or distributed… Read More »
What is the Statute of Limitations in Indiana?
Recovering damages after an accident requires overcoming a number of legal obstacles. You have to know where and how to file your claims, identify the appropriate defendants and other parties that must be notified, determine which insurance companies should be contacted and whether your claims should be with them or with the parties themselves,… Read More »
Things to Keep in Mind for an Indiana Personal Injury Lawsuit
The process and results for a personal injury claim vary significantly depending on the type of accident, the facts and circumstances surrounding the underlying incident, and the nature of the parties involved. There are, however, a few general rules to keep in mind for any personal injury claim regardless of whether it stems from… Read More »
