Indiana Personal Injury Law Blog
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Most people who hesitate to pursue a personal injury claim in Indiana do so because they are afraid of being blamed. They were moving fast, they were distracted or they were not entirely sure what caused the accident. Indiana law accounts for that reality. Shared...
If you are involved in a dangerous event, such as a car accident, your fight-or-flight response kicks in. This can lead to the release of hormones like adrenaline, along with endorphins. Humans have evolved this response over time because it can help them survive, so...
Many injuries can occur when a person is involved in a car crash. Burns are one of these, and they can be serious. Deeper burns and ones that are over a larger area of the body often have a more complex recovery than smaller burns that are superficial. Car crashes...
Wrongful death lawsuits are sometimes the only legal option available to those who have lost a loved one. They can file lawsuits against individuals or businesses that cause an untimely passing. Any legal action in civil court requires sufficient evidence to prove the...
When someone's negligence leads to the demise of your loved one, Indiana law does not treat it as a single injury. It recognizes two distinct harms: your family's loss is one claim, while your loved one's suffering before death is another. This distinction matters...
Professionals driving semi-trucks must follow slightly different rules in traffic. Commercial truck drivers are subject to Hours of Service rules that limit how long they can be on the road and stricter limits for their blood alcohol concentration (BAC) when compared...
Nearly every state has some kind of hand-held cellphone or texting ban for drivers. However, it’s not unusual to look around and see drivers using their devices with their eyes off the road and a hand off the steering wheel. These drivers increase the risk of a crash...
Car crashes are incredibly disruptive experiences. The parties involved may sustain injuries. They may be unable to drive their vehicles, leaving them dependent on others for transportation temporarily. They may leave people waiting on the side of the road for several...
If you are involved in an accident, such as a car accident or a slip and fall accident, you could suffer a traumatic brain injury. Even a concussion is an example of a TBI. Generally, your symptoms should get better over the next 24 hours, and many concussion symptoms...
When you suffer an injury that permanently changes your way of life and ability to do your job, the law may classify it as catastrophic. This blog explores how Indiana defines these injuries and why it matters. What qualifies as a catastrophic injury Indiana defines a...