Accidents happen, and when they do, it’s often because someone was negligent. In Indiana, accident victims have the right to recover damages from the party responsible for their injuries. This is a well-established principle of personal injury law. But what happens when both parties share some degree of fault? Who…
Accidents caused by wrong-way drivers are unfortunately more common than you might think, especially in Indiana. It’s baffling to consider how someone could end up driving in the wrong direction on a street or highway, but it happens time and time again—and alcohol is often a factor. These crashes can…
The holiday season brings joy, celebrations, and the inevitable surge in travel across the Midwest, with Indiana serving as a critical hub. Major interstates like I-65, I-70, and I-80/90, along with state highways such as U.S. 31 and U.S. 41, become packed with travelers visiting loved ones, completing last-minute shopping…
Indiana drivers are known for their love of the open road, and with that often comes a preference for speed. The state’s network of highways and rural roads can be thrilling to drive, but it also presents unique dangers, particularly when seasonal weather conditions like rain, snow, and fog reduce…
Indiana’s roads are increasingly filled with semi-trucks, buses, and other large vehicles, which are vital to the state’s economy. These heavy-duty vehicles play a crucial role in transporting goods and people, supporting both commerce and infrastructure. However, their presence also brings added risks. Their sheer size, weight, and power make…
A tragic two-vehicle crash in Fort Wayne over Independence Day weekend resulted in the deaths of two individuals and left two others with life-threatening injuries. The Fort Wayne Police Department (FWPD) received the accident report at 4:05 a.m. at South Lafayette Street and South Anthony Boulevard. Upon arriving at the…
Drivers do not always behave rationally on the road. A driver may suddenly change lanes without using a turn signal or drive at unpredictable speeds. Even if you become agitated, it is crucial to avoid provoking the driver, which may lead to a road rage incident. Too often, road rage…
Fatal car accidents harm the accident victim and the victim’s entire family. When a person dies in a fatal car accident, their family may seek to hold the responsible driver accountable through a personal injury lawsuit. While no amount of money can bring your loved one back, a personal injury…
Every parent’s worst nightmare is learning their child has suffered injuries or died in an accident. Accidents involving child victims can take an intense psychological toll on the child and the entire family. Fortunately, parents can take several steps to protect their children from injuries in the event of an…
Auto accidents can happen even when you have safely parked your vehicle on the side of the road. If other drivers are acting carelessly, they may collide with your parked vehicle and cause a roadside accident. While roadside accidents have a number of causes, they too often result from another…