Motorcycle accidents happen in a variety of different ways. A motorcyclist could get rear-ended at a stoplight, for instance, by a driver who doesn’t stop in time. Another motorcyclist could get sideswiped on the interstate when someone changes lanes without signaling...
Personal Injury
What next after a motorcycle accident with a stray animal?
The kind of accident can happen in seconds. Picture this: you are riding your motorcycle, focused and alert, then suddenly, an animal darts into the road. You swerve or hit the brakes, but sometimes it is too late. Accidents involving animals are more common than many...
What makes a comminuted fracture a severe injury?
People don't always consider fractures or broken bones as dangerous as they really are. After all, most people are aware that medical professionals can set broken bones. They may immediately assume after learning that they broke a bone that they should undergo...
Why do drivers pass too close to bicyclists?
Many drivers get far too close to cyclists when they pass them. Under Indiana law, drivers need to give a buffer space of 3 feet. If there’s not sufficient space to pass safely, they need to wait behind the bicycle until there is enough room. In practicality, though,...
Is lane filtering legal in Indiana?
Lane filtering, also known as lane splitting, is a tactic sometimes used by motorcyclists. If they’re driving in heavy traffic and cars and trucks start to slow down or even come to a stop, motorcyclists will filter up to the front of the line. They do this by driving...
What are the different types of spinal cord injuries in truck accidents?
Truck accidents represent some of the most devastating collisions on roadways due to the extreme size and weight disparities between commercial trucks and passenger vehicles. When these massive vehicles collide with smaller cars, the occupants of the smaller vehicle...
Understanding when nursing home falls signal negligence
When elderly residents fall in nursing homes, these incidents can be more than ordinary accidents. Falls often indicate deeper issues with facility care, maintenance or staffing. Understanding the difference between unfortunate accidents and negligence is crucial for...
3 factors to consider when calculating lost wages for a lawsuit
State statutes allow those harmed by others to seek compensation through the civil courts. A cyclist injured by a distracted driver could file a personal injury lawsuit to cover expenses that go beyond the coverage carried by the driver at fault for the wreck. Family...
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