If a truck ahead of you suddenly loses part of its load, debris can scatter across the highway and create an immediate hazard. Drivers may have to brake hard or swerve, which can cause a crash. Focus on safety first Your first priority is avoiding a collision. If...
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What damages can families recover in a wrongful death case?
When a person dies because of someone else's wrongful act, the family may face grief and money problems. Indiana law lets some family members seek damages through a wrongful death claim. The rules depend on the person's age, marital status and surviving family....
Halloween night: keeping trick-or-treaters safe from drivers
As your child races from porch to porch in a dark costume, it is natural to worry about the cars passing by. That worry has a basis, because the risk to children on foot rises sharply on Halloween night. A few simple habits can make your child easier for drivers to...
What evidence should you preserve after a fatal accident?
Losing a loved one in a fatal crash can leave a family grieving and unsure about what to do next. Preserving evidence soon after the accident can help show what happened and support a possible wrongful death claim. In Indiana, a wrongful death claim based on...
How long do you have to file a wrongful death claim in Indiana?
When a family member dies because of another party’s negligence or misconduct, Indiana law sets a strict time limit for filing a wrongful death claim. Missing that deadline can permanently prevent recovery. In most cases, the filing period is two years after the...
Are autumn rainstorms increasing semi-truck risks in Indiana?
Autumn rainstorms can increase the risk of semi-truck collisions in Indiana. Wet pavement, reduced visibility and longer stopping distances can make heavy commercial vehicles harder to control, especially on highways such as Interstate-65, I-70 and US-31, where...
Can poor lighting contribute to a fatal pedestrian accident?
Yes. Poor lighting can reduce visibility and raise the risk of a fatal pedestrian crash. After a death, the lighting at the scene may reveal key facts about how the crash happened and whether another party may be liable. How can poor lighting increase the risk of a...
Can you sue if airbags fail to deploy in Indiana?
During accidents, airbags come to the occupants’ rescue. That is why most of the vehicles in Indiana are equipped with them. However, when they fail to deploy, who is liable for the resulting injuries? When can you sue? Airbags are not designed to deploy in every...
Who is at fault if the car in front stops suddenly?
Rear-end crashes are among the most common types of motor vehicle accidents. When a lead vehicle stops abruptly and causes a rear-end collision, the fault is not always automatic. Indiana uses a modified comparative fault system, which means responsibility can be...
Can you sue for drowning accidents at public pools in Indiana?
A public pool drowning accident is devastating for any family. Beyond the physical and emotional trauma, you also have to figure out who is legally responsible. In Indiana, you may file a personal injury or wrongful death claim if poor pool maintenance or unsafe...
