When you go to the hospital for a procedure, you trust that the physician performed the surgery perfectly. If the surgeon or a member of the surgical team made a mistake, you may experience severe complications. When medical malpractice occurs, you only have a certain...
Personal Injury
Going over statistics on job-related injuries in Indiana
Regardless of the field you work in, you need to recognize the different risks you face. Every day, workers sustain serious injuries when accidents occur on the job. From falls on construction sites to repetitive strain injuries and exposure to toxic chemicals,...
Do you need a lawyer after an accident?
Car accidents can get pretty complicated in a small amount of time. There are many difficulties that victims struggle with after the accident, like pursuing the compensation you need to recover from their injuries, holding liable parties accountable for their actions,...
Are you suffering from a traumatic brain injury?
A personal injury can happen just about anywhere. Whether it is on the road, at the store, or even at work, it is usually pretty easy to tell if the accident injured you or not. While a sprained ankle or a broken arm is easy to spot, some deadly injuries are not so...
Hands-free devices are not a safe option for drivers
In an attempt to minimize deadly car accidents, injuries and deaths, the Indiana legislature made it illegal to use a hand-held cellphone while driving. Many people use hands-free devices to stay in compliance with the law and minimize distractions. However, studies...
The silent symptoms of a traumatic brain injury
A car accident tends to change the course of your day. It may cause you to miss hours from work or not get home until later in the day. In some cases, however, a crash may cause more than an inconvenience for a day. You may find yourself facing medical issues that...
Pedestrian deaths increase in Indiana and across US
At a time when it seems more new vehicle technology centers around improving safety, one group appears to be kept anything but safe: pedestrians. Data shows that the number of people on foot killed in vehicle accidents continue to increase in Indiana and across the...
Stay safe on slick, snowy roads this winter
Data from the National Highway and Traffic Safety Administration indicates that Indiana is among the five states with the most winter-weather auto accidents on average. Becoming aware of the factors that lead to these collisions can help you prevent catastrophic...
Know the statutes of limitation after a crash-related injury
If you are the victim of a minor accident like a rear-end collision, you may walk away with nothing more serious than jangled nerves and a stiff neck. The discomfort is minimal, so you simply go on with your life. However, more than a year passes, and your symptoms...
The 100 deadliest days for teen drivers and what parents can do
Indiana residents with teens who have recently become licensed drivers should know about the 100 deadliest days. This refers to the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day when the number of deaths arising from teen driving crashes goes up. Teens, inexperienced as...