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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…

In a successful personal injury claim, a victim receives damages, or monetary compensation, for their expenses and other losses. Depending on the circumstances, they may be awarded some combination of economic, non-economic, and punitive damages to make them whole again. If you suffered injuries in an accident in Indiana that…

A car accident is stressful enough, with injuries to recover from, bills to pay, and potentially the loss of use of your vehicle. When that accident occurs on private property, your situation may be even more difficult due to differences between public and private roadway auto accidents. In accidents occurring on…

In Indiana, your family has just two years to file a wrongful death lawsuit seeking compensation following a loved one’s death. Filing before the two-year deadline passes protects your right to seek compensation and justice after a loved one’s death due to someone else’s negligence. However, failing to comply with…

When someone has been injured in a car accident or other emergency situation, many people’s first reaction is to try to help. In our increasingly litigious society, though, a potential helper might hesitate for fear of being sued if something goes wrong. In Indiana, the legislature enacted a law that…

In Indiana, wrongful death lawsuits must be filed in accordance with very specific requirements. For example, a claim seeking compensation for the death of an adult must be brought by a personal representative on behalf of the deceased person’s estate. By contrast, claims seeking compensation for the death of a…

Golf carts aren’t just for the course anymore. Many newer carts have features that qualify them to drive on public roads, and many communities allow or even encourage their use. Unfortunately, this also means that golf car accidents can involve complex issues that make it difficult for victims to get…

If you got hurt in an accident, a personal injury claim may allow you to recover compensation for the pain and suffering you experienced due to your injuries. But how do you put a dollar amount on pain and suffering? In Indiana, attorneys, insurance companies, courts, and juries may use…

If you get hurt in an alcohol-related accident in Indiana, the Dram Shop Act allows you to hold certain parties responsible besides the intoxicated person. In some cases, you could have claims against the drunk person who hurt you and other parties that sold or served them alcohol before the…