Articles Posted in Car Accidents

A hit and run accident can lead to criminal charges in many cases. However, when a hit and run turns fatal, the family of a victim may also be able to pursue a claim of wrongful death. A woman recently lost her life on an Indiana roadway after she was hit by a driver who…

It goes without saying that if a car accident is the result of high speed, there may be a great deal of damage and potentially more injuries than if each vehicle was abiding by the speed limit. Car accidents of this nature, where high speed is a factor, may lead to criminal citations and possibly…

A car accident recently resulted in the arrest of one driver. In addition to the potential for serious criminal charges, the driver could face additional legal actions as an Indiana family was injured in the car accident. The driver stands accused of drunk driving, which is an all too common cause of serious car accidents…

When a driver agrees to transport passengers, that driver is taking on the legal responsibility to take reasonable care when operating the vehicle. When car accidents occur and innocent passengers are injured as a result of the actions of a driver, those injured passengers may have legal options afforded to them. Indiana passengers should be…

No two car accidents are the same as the type and size of a vehicle can play a major role in the extent and type of injuries suffered by those involved. Far too often, car accidents involving motorcycles prove to be serious or fatal for the motorcyclists because motorcyclists are more exposed. A bus recently…

The weather can certainly factor into a car accident. However, when drivers take weather and road hazards into consideration and take proper precautions, travel can be safe in winter or on slick roads. Despite safety precautions, some car accidents can still occur and innocent victims may find their lives upended because of the recklessness or…

When a group of college kids got a flat tire on their vehicle, they pulled over to attend to their disabled vehicle. When they did so, a car accident occurred that left three of them dead. The situation and resulting criminal charges may open the door to a wrongful death claim if the families of…

A multi-vehicle collision may create chaos on the road, leading to road closures as the scene and damages are assessed. But car accidents that involve vehicle fires can become even more dangerous and urgent for victims and anyone else around. One car accident in Indiana resulted in a road closure for a few hours, and…

A split-second reaction to a minor distraction can quickly lead to a car accident. Car accidents caused by these little distractions, such as a spilled drink, can have devastating results, as was the case recently in Indiana. A woman reacting to a spilled drink caused a bus to overturn and injure several of the bus…

Anytime there is a collision between a car and a motorcycle, there is a greater chance the motorcyclist will be more seriously injured due to the difference in the vehicles. Motorcycle and car accidents that lead to injuries can also lead to civil suits where victims can get the monetary damages they need to move…