Motor vehicle accidents happen at an alarming rate in the U.S. In fact, according to the U.S. Bureau of Transportation Statistics, there have been more than six million car accidents in the U.S. every single year for at least the last five years. Because of the sheer...
Car Accidents
4 types of distracted driving to avoid
Distracted driving remains a common and dangerous problem on roadways in the Hoosier State and across the U.S. In fact, according to the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration, distracted driving was the cause of more than 3,100 traffic fatalities in...
What type of car insurance do you need in Indiana?
Auto insurance provides financial protection in a crash. Understanding the state insurance laws can guide you on the next steps in the event of an accident or claim. Review the minimum auto insurance laws and other provisions for drivers who live in Indiana. ...
Aggressive driving can have deadly consequences
While some Indiana motorists drive slow, serious and safe, others drive fast, furious and careless. This can cause serious problems for other motorists on the road, as angry drivers often display hazardous driving behaviors. According to the National Highway Traffic...
Will I get in trouble if I leave an accident scene?
The aftermath of an auto accident can be confusing. You may not realize the seriousness of the situation right away, which could lead to leaving the scene before law enforcement comes. In some cases, you may not know if you need to wait. According to FindLaw, the...
The risks posed by “dining drivers”
Many people in Indiana may point to the reported rise in incidences of distracted driving in recent years as directly coinciding with the proliferation of cell phone technology. Yet donuts, hamburgers and hot cups of coffee can end up distracting a driver just as...
Use of cellphone records in distracted driving cases
It is not news to say that distracted driving is dangerous. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, distracted driving is responsible for the loss of nearly 3,000 lives each year, and an estimated 400,000 injuries. Though states continue to...
How to avoid distracted driving
Have you ever closed your eyes for a few seconds while driving? Probably not, right? That would be needlessly dangerous for you and everyone else on the road. However, most drivers are guilty are glancing at their phones while driving, adjusting the radio or eating a...
How does cellphone use affect a vehicle accident lawsuit?
When an Indiana motorist reaches for a cellphone or mobile device while operating a moving vehicle, he or she may be breaking the law. If the individual becomes involved in an accident while holding or using the device, the driver also stands a good chance of assuming...
Submitting an Insurance Claim After an Accident
You were injured in a motor vehicle accident. The accident occurred a few days ago and that pain in your neck and back still won’t go away. What do you do next? The lawyers at Allen Wellman Harvey Keyes Cooley, LLP work with injured parties to help them recover...
