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Is Lane Splitting Legal in Indiana? Lane splitting in Indiana is illegal. Under Ind. Code § 9-21-10-6, “a vehicle may not be driven or operated in a manner that deprives another vehicle of the full use of a traffic lane.” Lane splitting encroaches on the space of other drivers and…

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…

There is no statewide leash law in Indiana. However, individual towns, cities, and counties have the authority to adopt their own leash laws. Many localities require pet owners to keep their dogs leashed in most outdoor settings, whether on private or public property. Exceptions include designated off-leash dog parks. Research…

If you’ve been involved in a collision in Indiana, you can purchase a copy of your official accident report through the Indiana State Police’s repository or from the local police department that responded to the scene. For example, police reports filed by Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department officers can be purchased…

When someone else’s negligent or intentional actions cause the death of someone you love, the consequences often go beyond emotional distress and grief over the sudden and unexpected loss. In addition to losing a person you love, you might also lose a critical source of income, a partner who shares…

Truck accidents are a frequent occurrence on Indiana roads and highways. In one recent year, the state saw nearly 15,000 accidents involving large trucks, according to the Indiana University Public Policy Institute. How do these accidents happen? The truck accident lawyers of Truitt Law Offices are here to discuss the…

When someone is injured due to another party’s negligence, they have the right to hold the negligent party accountable by filing a personal injury claim. If their claim is successful, the injured person can recover money for any personal or financial losses they suffered at the other party’s hands. Unfortunately,…

Were you involved in a rear-end collision after another driver decided to brake check you in Indiana? If so, you may be worried about whether you could be held responsible for the crash. People almost always assume the rear driver is responsible for a rear-end accident, but what if the…

When injury accidents happen in Indiana, people involved often wonder, “Who determines which person was at fault for the crash?” Answering this question is even more critical when severe injuries, significant financial losses, and pain and suffering deserve accountability and compensation. So, does a police report say who was at…

Car accidents and commercial truck accidents in Indiana have some important differences from the standpoint of pursuing an injury claim. In the article below, the attorneys of the Truitt Law Offices will discuss a few of the significant distinctions and review what you should do if you’ve been involved in…