In the aftermath of a crash, details often get a little muddied. It is not uncommon for parties to end up arguing with one another, disputing each other's recounting of the events as they occurred. Moments like these are where evidence comes in handy, such as dashcam...
Year: 2021
Recognizing the signs of traumatic brain injuries
Traumatic brain damage is one of the most common injuries in the United States, affecting more than 1.3 million people each year. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, approximately 166 people die each day as a result of traumatic brain...
Take precautions when driving near snow plows
During winter, drivers must not only cope with slick and icy roads, but also those large snow plows used to clear the roads for safer travels. Indiana relies on a fleet of more than 1,000 snow plows to clear state roads in winter. Drivers often work 12-hour shifts,...
Reducing your risks of injury on a snowmobile excursion
Snowmobiling is a thrilling and fun wintertime excursion that can provide a full day of adventure when you live in Indiana. Safely operating a snowmobile requires an awareness of the elements, as well as an understanding of the power of mother nature. When you know...
Keep your footwear after a slip and fall accident
A slip and fall accident is no laughing matter. A fall can inflict serious injuries such as broken bones or even a traumatic head injury. If you fall inside of a public store or business due to a hazardous situation, the property owner may be responsible. To avoid...
What can help you recover from a spinal cord injury?
Drunk drivers can inflict a variety of devastating injuries in an auto accident, including paralyzing you through a spinal cord injury. Currently, there is no cure for an SCI, so it is likely you will face medical challenges for the rest of your life. Still, there are...
Mechanical failure and fault in motor vehicle accidents
Defective equipment and malfunctioning systems can sometimes be the cause of motor vehicle accidents in Indiana and elsewhere across the country. So, who is to blame for a crash when the vehicle itself seems to be at fault? Can the driver be liable? The short answer...
Going over data on motorcycle crashes
As a motorcyclist, you need to recognize the myriad of risks you face every time you take to the road. From inclement weather to careless drivers and hectic traffic, motorcycle collisions occur for a host of reasons. On the road, motorcyclists are particularly...
The dangers of an overloaded tractor-trailer
With manufacturing facilities and agricultural centers throughout the state, Indiana is a hub for the trucking industry. Thousands of tractor-trailer trucks transport goods using interstate highways and state roadways every day. If you sustained injuries due to a...
Recall of potentially dangerous medical devices
Indianans who use continuous airway breathing machines for sleep apnea and physicians who treat patients with ventilators need to be aware of a recent recall by Phillips, a major manufacturer of these devices. The Dutch medical equipment company recalled as many as 4...