If you’re a parent, you likely know all about telling young children to look both ways before they cross the road. It’s something that many parents have to repeat hundreds of times, for years, and the children still may not be as vigilant as you’d like. As an adult,...
What should you do following an Indiana car crash?
The things you do in the immediate aftermath of a car crash matter. Failing to do certain things is a criminal offense. Doing (or not doing) other things could weaken your bid for compensation or leave you vulnerable to lawsuits from the other party. Laws vary...
These common car insurance mistakes may compromise a claim
Car accidents are stressful experiences. Between injury, vehicle damage and pending litigation, victims find considerable difficulty dealing with their insurance company. All these stressors can cause people to make costly mistakes when filing their claims. Though...
Why does adrenaline mask pain?
A car accident can cause an adrenaline rush. The wreck is frightening, sudden and traumatic. Your body reacts instinctively, and you have nothing to do with this chemical process. The downside to an adrenaline rush is that it can mask pain or make it harder to feel...
How can I tell if I have a spinal injury after a car crash?
You wake up in the morning, and something is clearly wrong, but you cannot place your finger on it. Your hand does not work. You think back to the collision with another car last week, but brush it off. After all, you have been walking around fine since it happened....
All is not lost if you suffer a hit and run in Terre Haute
East Poplar Street; a red pickup, a Tacoma maybe, that’s all you know. You didn’t see the driver; it happened too fast. It was around 4 in the afternoon, and the sky was darkening with a thunderstorm rolling in. You stepped into the street, a plastic bag full of...
Some people still believe screen use is safe while driving
If you were to ask the average person about driving safely, most people will readily admit that using mobile devices, like phones, while driving is inherently dangerous. However, those same people may believe that they alone have the necessary skill to drive safely or...
3 injured, 1 critically, in crash within construction zone
When you’re on the highway or elsewhere and see a flagger or construction zone, you know that you need to slow down. You know that the people working there need you to move slowly to protect them. You may also need more time to maneuver or be asked to stop suddenly,...
Beware of delayed-onset injuries if you’re hurt in a crash
One thing you have to be wary of after you’re involved in a crash is the possibility of having delayed-onset injuries. These injuries are delayed because of the chemicals that make up the “fight-or-flight” response in your body. Essentially, because of adrenaline and...
Beware of crowded parking lots during the holidays
The holiday shopping season can be a joyful, but hectic, time for millions of Americans as they hurry to their local mall or downtown area to buy the perfect gift for beloved family members and friends. However, parking garages and lots are risky places to be this...
