Spinal cord injuries are among the worst that can occur in a car accident. These injuries have the potential to leave victims with chronic pain and paralysis, autonomic dysfunction and other issues. Spinal cord injuries can happen as a result of a direct impact,...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
The benefit of roundabouts
Roundabouts have been touted as a safer alternative to traditional intersections. Initially popular overseas, cities throughout the United States have incorporated the design to reduce the chance of motor vehicle collisions. Roundabout City Roundabouts, in particular,...
Most dangerous roads in Indiana
Indiana has many counties with curvy and sometimes hilly roadways. These roads can make it difficult to see cars ahead and judge distances when passing another vehicle, and speeding becomes even more dangerous when a bend could cause a car to spin out of control....
Tips for driving safely around motorcycles
Riding a motorcycle can be particularly dangerous because drivers of other vehicles often do not see motorcyclists or do not take the necessary actions to help keep them safe. Motorcyclists also lack the protection of a vehicle around them. There are several things...
Could a huge touchscreen cause distracted driving?
Technological innovations often prove attractive to consumers seeking the latest vehicles. Tech features may add to the performance, navigation, style, and luxury of a top model. Unfortunately, technology might contribute to distracted driving in Indiana. Auto...
Why teens are at a greater danger behind the wheel
Indiana teenagers are more likely to die in a motor vehicle accident than from any other cause of death. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety reports that around 3,000 teenagers die each year in the U.S. in these types of accidents. Causes There are several...
Things to do after a motor vehicle accident
Car accidents will happen from time to time among even the most careful drivers in Indiana. People involved in a car accident may receive a surge of adrenaline to go along with the anger, fear and other emotions they feel in the aftermath of a collision. However,...
Study says more coffee may mean more truck accidents
A loved one suffered a serious brain injury in a truck accident here in Indiana, and now you're wondering if you could file a claim on his or her behalf against the trucking company. A claim is possible if it's clear that the trucker was negligent, and negligence can...
Coping with a personal injury after an automobile accident
The full extent of an injury may not be immediately apparent. Sometimes, weeks or months pass before the onset of certain symptoms. Automobile accidents resulting in personal injury require specific legal action to recover costs. Imagine you sustain a back or neck...
The serious damage behind car accident burns
In a motor vehicle accident, heat and chemicals can form the perfect mixture, resulting in severe wounds. Deployed airbags, hot metal and chemical explosions are only a few of the ways that you can suffer burns in an accident. Burns are among the most serious injuries...