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If you’ve been hit by a driver who fled the scene, you should report the crash to the police and provide any identifying details about the hit-and-run driver and their vehicle (license plate number, make, model, color, etc.), make notes about what you can remember, and seek medical attention. Next,…

Indiana follows a fault-based auto insurance system. That means a driver who causes an accident is liable for injuries and other damages. In Indiana, motorists injured in a car accident can seek compensation from at-fault parties for their losses. They may file a claim with the at-fault driver’s car insurance…

Road workers, emergency responders, and others are highly vulnerable to accidents when stopped on the side of the road. Because of this, Indiana law requires drivers to slow down and move over when approaching a stopped vehicle with its hazard lights flashing. Indiana’s Move Over Law exists to protect drivers,…

If you’ve suffered injuries in a car accident caused by another driver, you have a right to pursue compensation for your losses. A car accident attorney can make the claims process more manageable and help you maximize your compensation. But how much does it cost to hire a car accident…

Car accident lawyers in Indiana usually work on contingency. The contingency fees typically range between 33 and 40 percent of the compensation recovered, depending on what you agree to with your attorney. For example, if your settlement is $50,000 and your attorney’s fee is 33 percent, they’d get $16,500. At…

When you’ve suffered vehicle damage or injuries in a car accident, you will likely file an insurance claim with your insurance company and the at-fault driver’s insurer. If you’ve never filed a car insurance claim, you may not know what to expect in the claims process. Knowing what steps to…

In Indiana, the statute of limitations for a personal injury case is two years. What this means is that a victim must file their personal injury lawsuit within two years of the date of the accident or injury, or they risk having their case dismissed without being heard. Before you…

Dogs are usually considered great, friendly and playful family pets. Occasionally, dog bite injuries happen. Pet owners are generally responsible for controlling their pet, and suitably training and restraining them to avoid injury to the public. Failure to do this is illegal in many states and unfortunately, the owner may…

According to the Indiana Code, semi-trucks cannot drive in the left lane of a highway unless they are passing a slower car, entering or exiting a highway, or avoiding a hazard. This law aims to protect other drivers on the road and reduce the chance of truck crashes.    …

Many clients ask whether their personal injury cases will settle or go to trial. Industry estimates suggest about 95 percent of car accident claims resolve through settlements, leaving only five percent of cases that go to court. However, even if only a fraction of Indiana car accident cases go to…