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This is a delicate question. Most of us spend the majority of our lives in three places – work, home, and school. But a close fourth place would likely go to our families’ homes. Many people spend a considerable amount of time each week at a family member’s home or…

Semi-trucks cause some of the worst accidents on the road. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), the people in the smaller vehicles suffer more than 70 percent of fatalities and injuries in semi-truck collisions. This is due to the fact that semi-trucks are so large and heavy. Smaller passenger…

Car crashes are the leading cause of death for young adults between the ages of 15 and 29. But aging out of this group doesn’t mean you’re safe on the road. Car accidents are the 9th leading cause of death for everyone in the United States. Despite these statistics, many people can escape…

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…

You may have heard that you have up to two years to bring your lawsuit for injuries after a car accident in Indiana. While this is technically true, there are a lot of reasons why you don’t want to wait two years to call a lawyer. The experienced auto accident attorneys of…

Car accidents can be terrible and frightening. But after the shock subsides, there may be serious repercussions you have to face. Injuries resulting from car accidents are quite common, with millions of people sustaining injuries in accidents every year. These injuries can be quite damaging to a person’s life. Outside of the pain…

With few exceptions, you should never give an insurance adjuster access to your medical records without first consulting with an attorney. If you have a minor injury, and your only medical bills are for maybe an urgent care visit or a doctor’s visit, you might be OK letting your own…

Unfortunately, things appear to be getting even more dangerous around the country for everyone on the road each year. In 2018, pedestrian deaths continued to rise at a shocking rate and reached a nearly 30-year high. While experts have long been concerned about distracted driving – especially the use of smartphones by…

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…

At Truitt Law Offices, we are proud of the communities we serve. Every day, we see individuals and organizations that work hard to make a difference in people’s lives and to strengthen the foundation of our communities. They make cities like Fort Wayne, Huntington and Indianapolis truly great places to live….