Semitruck crashes often involve complex legal and factual issues distinct from other types of vehicle accidents. Additionally, due to the size and weight of semitrucks, these crashes can result in particularly severe injuries or fatalities, raising the stakes for all...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
The risk of settling an insurance claim after a major crash
Many people involved in motor vehicle collisions worry about how they will pay their medical bills or repair their vehicles. If they can't work, the financial pressure may be that much more intense. They may worry about a long insurance claims process that leaves them...
Tips for driving during Indiana winters
Traveling through Indiana in the winter requires special precautions to ensure a safe journey. You must be prepared for potentially challenging road conditions as you move from here to there during the colder months. When the temperature drops and snow and ice become...
Surprising holiday car crash statistics
Each holiday throughout the year inspires its own set of driving challenges. This isn't just about the winter holiday season. Holidays throughout the year tend to make driving more dangerous, due partially to increased traffic and higher chances of encountering...
Which age group gets into the most car accidents?
A driver’s age certainly plays a role when it comes to their odds of being involved in an accident. This is especially true when fatal crashes are the issue at hand. Understanding who causes the most accidents can be beneficial to other drivers. For instance, even if...
Do you need to replace your child’s car seat automatically after a crash?
A car accident is an abrupt and terrifying reminder that nobody is really ever safe out there on the road – and a wreck can be especially distressing when you have your child on board at the time. Naturally, you want to do everything in your power to make sure that...
Tips for driving safely with children in a vehicle
Driving your children around, whether to school, extracurricular activities or just for a fun day out, is a normal part of being a parent. This everyday task can become challenging when distractions and the need to attend to your children affect your focus on the...
Is it safe to listen to music while you drive?
Many people listen to music when out on the roads. It certainly has a lot of benefits – it can entertain you, help you relax, help you stay alert or cheer you up on a bad day. Yet listening to it while on the move can also make your journey more hazardous. Here’s why...
5 “lenses of truth” that might help your car accident claim
A car accident can happen so fast that it’s hard to even remember the details – and that can be problematic when you’re trying to prove your claim and get the compensation you need to recover. Fortunately, cameras are everywhere these days, and many of them can...
Deadly bicycle accident statistics: Assessing the risk
It’s an unfortunate reality that cyclists face a lot of risks when they ride near traffic. Drivers often don’t see bikes, especially when they are behind the wheel of an oversized truck or an SUV. Some drivers see bikes, but also drive aggressively or negligently,...