When cars and commercial trucks collide in Indiana, the drivers and passengers in the smaller vehicles tend to suffer the most serious injuries. When a truck driver is under the influence, the chances of a truck wreck increase. This is particularly disconcerting given...
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Year: 2022
How to deal with a slip and fall at work
Slip and fall accidents affect thousands of workers each year. According to the CDC, around twenty percent of all non-fatal workplace injuries result from slips, trips or falls. If you suffer from a slip and fall injury at your workplace, there are a few things you...
Five car safety tips to avoid a fatal accident
If you live in the Chicagoland area, you know that driving can be stressful and dangerous at times. When sharing the road with other drivers, cautious driving can help you avoid injury or even death. Here are five car safety tips to help you stay safe on the Indiana...
How can a severe burn alter your life?
Burn injuries often impact victims in major ways that will have a lasting effect on their life. On top of that, the recovery period itself is often difficult to handle. Of course, the more severe the injury is, the higher the chances get of these difficulties...
Almost 30% of nursing home falls caused by environmental factors
When you place a parent in an Indiana nursing home, you may do so after recognizing that your mother or father requires more care than you or other family members are able to give. Each year, hundreds of nursing home residents across Indiana and the rest of the nation...
Who pays if you get injured on the job?
You will likely qualify for workers' compensation benefits if you suffer an injury while working. Indiana law limits your employer's liability for damages to worker's compensation insurance payments. This coverage often does not fully compensate you for your injuries...
What does injury to the frontal lobe look like?
The frontal lobe of the brain actually includes several locations, and collectively it makes up a third of the total brain weight. It is important to understand the function of this area of the brain to better understand what may happen in the event of an injury. What...
Most common serious injuries that occur during car accidents
A car accident can cause significant injuries to the persons involved. By nature, automobiles consist of heavy steel that is no match for the human body in a collision. Here are some of the most common types of severe injuries occurring in collisions. Traumatic brain...
How do I know if my auto insurance company made a mistake?
In the aftermath of an accident, there is a lot going on. You may deal with injuries, financial concerns over lost work and serious damage to your vehicle. While auto insurance provides peace of mind in these situations, it is common for insurers to delay handling a...
How can you prove negligence in a slip and fall case?
Falling in public may feel embarrassing, but the injuries you sustain may leave you needing care and time to recover. The cause of the fall may decide whether you have a case in court. Premises liability is an arm of personal injury law that deals with events outside...
