Category: Motorcycle Accident

Lane-Splitting is Illegal 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 denies…

If you are involved in a motorcycle accident in Indiana, the odds are that you may have significant injuries as a result. According to the Public Policy Institute at the University of Indiana, more than 70% of motorcyclists involved in a collision in 2019 were either injured or killed. Motorcyclists…

It is summertime in Indiana, and there is no more thrilling way to get around than by motorcycle. Indiana has many scenic stretches of highway that thousands of motorcyclists enjoy each year. Still, as bikers know all too well, riding a motorcycle does come with risks. Motorcyclists are more vulnerable…

Motorcycle riders are approximately 27 times more likely to die in a motor vehicle crash than passenger car occupants, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Motorcycles lack the protection that automobiles have, and riders are much more vulnerable to severe injuries in a crash. Although motorcycle accidents happen…

Indiana is a gorgeous place to get around by motorcycle. Whether you ride for business or pleasure, there are many scenic routes throughout the state to make the trip special. Here, Truitt Law Offices has compiled a list of the top five roads for motorcycling in the Hoosier State. Before leaving for…

Indiana has no universal helmet law, or a law that requires anyone who rides a motorcycle to wear a helmet. The state repealed its universal helmet law in 1977. Today, only motorcycle operators and passengers under age 18, or operators with a learner’s permit, must wear a helmet in our…

Are you thinking of getting a motorcycle? These sleek vehicles will allow you to weave through cars and make traffic a non-issue. With the convenience and flexibility it offers on the road, no one can blame you for wanting to get one for yourself. Another great thing about them is…

Indiana has a thriving and robust motorcycle community. From organized clubs to independent riders, you can find motorcycle enthusiasts in almost every corner of the state. But motorcyclists can also take a lot of heat. People often vilify them or stereotype them as dangerous risk-takers. Some motorists treat them like…

What are the risks of riding your motorcycle without a helmet? Unless you are under age 18, you do not need to wear a helmet when you ride your motorcycle in Indiana. However, just because the law allows you to go helmet-free, it does not necessarily mean that you should…