Sometimes car collisions are completely one driver’s fault. An obvious example would be a driver who speeds through a red light, high on drugs and smashes into a vehicle in the intersection. Most collisions, however, don’t involve such a clear-cut case of fault....
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Here’s what you should do if you’re in a car accident
Thousands of car accidents happen a day. On average, a single driver may only suffer from a handful of accidents in their life. Many of these accidents happen within a year of drivers getting their licenses. A car accident can be sudden and startling. Many drivers...
What makes Autumn a dangerous time to drive?
The autumn in Indiana can be quite beautiful. Cooler weather means steaming beverages in the morning and fall colors on the roads all around the state. However, those out for an autumn color tour should engage in a little extra caution. The fall season features some...
2 ways high summer heat can cause motor vehicle accidents
Most people look forward to the summer when they can enjoy more outdoor activities with family and friends. Indiana summers are loved by many, but they can wreak havoc on the roadways, possibly leading to more motor vehicle accidents. Since staying off the roads is...
The 100 Deadliest Days of Summer aren’t over yet
Learning to drive can be a truly thrilling rite of passage for a teenager. It is a mark of increased independence and responsibility that is often unparalleled until a young person turns 18 and is freed from the legal restrictions of childhood. Yet, simply because...
What are the symptoms of cauda equina syndrome after a wreck?
Sometimes, car accidents leave victims with obvious injuries that require immediate attention – and, sometimes, they don’t. You can walk away from a wreck through sheer adrenaline, even if you’re seriously hurt. Other injuries may only manifest over time as...
When can a car accident lead to a wrongful death lawsuit?
Coping with a loved one’s sudden death is never easy. The pain becomes unbearable if you learn that the decedent’s death was caused by another person’s negligent and unlawful actions. One of the leading causes of death is car crashes. But not all fatal car accidents...
How to prepare your car for the summer to prevent road accidents
With the school term coming to a close and the summer driving season around the corner, you should incorporate road safety in vacation plans. Planning will help ensure that Indiana’s summer heat and stop-and-go traffic don’t take their toll on your vehicle. Safety...
Spring injury hazards for state and national park aficionados
Touring the nations’ national and state parks has become a popular spring pastime for American families. Indiana is home to a few national parks and several state parks that receive many visitors each year. You can have many amazing adventures in parks, but always...
Anesthesia drug could help children with traumatic brain injuries
Serious brain trauma can be devastating for both the victim and their family. This is perhaps never more true than when the victim is a child. A young person caught in a car accident or other incident caused by someone else's negligence and suffering a potentially...