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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…

Motorists in Indiana must come to a full stop at a red light in Indiana. Many intersections have sensors embedded in roadways to determine when the traffic lights should change. Many of the sensors work by detecting the weight of vehicles on the road. However, motorcycles, mopeds, and bicycles may…

Thousands of Americans are injured or killed in crashes with large trucks every year. Indiana residents are no exception. Recent reports suggest that the Hoosier State is one of the deadliest states in the U.S. for large truck crash victims. This is likely due to the prevalence of large trucks…

Determining who is at fault in a car accident, a slip and fall case or another injury and who is financially liable as a result is at the heart of virtually every Indiana personal injury claim we handle at Truitt Law Offices. A person’s right to bring a personal injury claim is based…

While headlines focus on car accidents that cause fatalities and extensive property damage, about 85% of car accidents in Indiana are reported as only causing property damage in the latest edition of Indiana Traffic Safety Facts. Most car accidents are minor fender benders and may leave drivers involved wondering whether…

Traffic accidents are one of the leading causes of pedestrian fatalities and deaths. This is why Indiana has several laws to help protect people who are out walking or jogging. Despite these protections, there are times when pedestrians cross the road when they’re not supposed to. This can endanger their…

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…

Pregnant women face unique stresses when they are involved in car accidents. These victims often must deal with complex injuries that affect both themselves and their babies. They have understandable worries for the health of their unborn child. Plus, they have added expenses as their bodies recover from crash injuries…

One of the reasons that truck accidents are often more damaging than a typical car crash is the sheer size of a semi-truck hauling a trailer. Semis are both much larger and weigh much more than the average car, even compared to something like a pickup truck or a large…

Blind spots are areas around cars and trucks that can’t be seen through the rearview and side mirrors. Although all vehicles have blind spots, commercial trucks have the largest ones. Transportation officials call these large blind spots areas on trucks the No Zones. Truck drivers have a responsibility to check…