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Highway hypnosis is a state that motorists can fall into when driving for prolonged periods or on monotonous roads that increases the risk of accidents. It involves zoning out to the point that once you snap back into the moment, you can’t remember how long you drove or what scenery…

It is a mistake to admit fault after a car accident in Indiana, as it could jeopardize your personal injury claim. Since Indiana is an at-fault state for auto insurance claims, the other driver’s insurance could deny your claim if you take responsibility for the collision. Indiana also follows a…

In Indiana, liability for a golf cart accident can fall on several parties. For example, the golf cart operator, the golf cart owner, property owners, golf cart manufacturers, and even the parents of minor children who cause accidents while operating a golf cart can all bear responsibility. Golf carts are…

When you retain the services of a personal injury lawyer, they work for you. That means you are free to fire your personal injury attorney at almost any point between when you engage their services and when your case is resolved.  While it is important to remember that your attorney…

Indiana drivers must carry proof of financial responsibility, usually in the form of auto insurance, to operate a vehicle legally. Minimum requirements include:  $25,000 for bodily injury or death per person $50,000 for bodily injury or death per accident $25,000 for property damage per accident These limits are often referred…

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) is the regulatory agency that oversees the interstate trucking industry in the United States, including Indiana. If a truck driver or trucking company violates FMCSA regulations, this breach can serve as evidence of negligence in an accident claim. In other words, someone hurt…

After an accident, your insurance providers might pay for certain losses you’ve suffered, like your medical bills and vehicle repairs. However, if someone else caused the accident, your insurer will likely seek reimbursement for the benefits it paid you through a subrogation claim against the at-fault party’s insurer. Depending on…

After a car accident in Indiana, the at-fault party’s insurer generally covers the cost of a rental car if you need one. However, you may need to pay out-of-pocket or through your own insurance coverage at first and then seek reimbursement later. An experienced Indiana car accident attorney can provide…

Texting while driving is illegal in Indiana. State law prohibits drivers from using mobile devices to type or read texts behind the wheel unless they use hands-free technology. Indiana classifies texting and driving as a primary offense, meaning police can pull over drivers they see texting without needing another reason…

A summary judgment in an Indiana personal injury case is a court decision made before trial when there are no disputed material facts. Either party can file a motion for summary judgment if they believe the facts of the case are on their side. Summary judgment allows the court to…