Motor Vehicle Accidents

Can I Claim Compensation for an Accident That Was My Fault?

When it comes to determining liability in motor vehicle wrecks, Indiana is a comparative negligent state. This means that as long as you are no more than 50 percent responsible for your crash, you may still be able to seek compensation for your medical… Read Full Post

What to Do When You're Hit by an Uninsured Driver

Few feelings can be more gutting than learning that the driver who just hit you doesn't have car insurance. When your vehicle is damaged, and you and your passengers are injured, the news that the other motorist is uninsured can be yet another burden during a difficult time.

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Is it Legal to Use My Phone at a Stoplight?

Indiana's Distracted Driving Law makes it illegal for drivers to type, send, or read text messages and emails, even if you're stopped at a traffic light or stop sign. It also prohibits drivers under the age of 18 from using a cell phone under any circumstances, including… Read Full Post

Do I Need a Lawyer if the Car Accident Wasn't My Fault?

If you were in a car accident where the other driver obviously erred, you may feel like you don't need to hire an attorney. While you don't have to, not retaining a lawyer could leave you vulnerable to the other driver's lawyer or your own insurance company.

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The Problem Of Latency In Texting And Driving

Everyone knows that texting and driving is dangerous. It kills more than 3,500 people per year in the United States and injures about 400,000 more. The federal government, numerous state and local governments, and many companies have… Read Full Post

Drowsy Driving

Adults need between seven and nine hours of sleep for each 24 hour period. Failure to get adequate sleep increases risks for emotional duress, mental fatigue, memory and concentration problems,… Read Full Post