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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…

After a car accident, most people turn to their car insurance or the liability insurance of the other driver to help them pay for car repairs and medical bills. If the accident was someone else’s fault, then you would file a claim against the other driver’s insurance auto liability coverage….

Anyone injured in a collision involving an 18-wheeler, semi truck, or another commercial vehicle knows that these accidents are very different from regular passenger motor vehicle crashes. The injuries victims suffer are often more severe than car accidents, the property damage is usually significant, and many unique factors must be…

All motorists have a duty to drive with reasonable care when traveling on Indiana roadways. Drivers need to be especially cautious when driving through highway construction zones. All drivers including commercial truck drivers are expected to reduce their speed as directed, watch for sudden lane shifts, and remain vigilant while…

Did you lose a loved one in an untimely accident in Indiana? Did someone’s careless, reckless, or intentional actions cost them their life? Unfortunately, preventable accidents are a leading cause of fatalities in Indiana, and surviving family members are often left to pick up the pieces without answers or justice….

Before insurance companies agree to pay car accident claims, they rely on adjusters to investigate accidents and determine whether they believe the company should be liable. Insurance adjusters often come across as friendly and sincere, but it’s essential to remember these individuals act on behalf of insurance companies and not…

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…

When you’re hurt in a car accident, your first focus may be on the physical injuries you’ve sustained. But you shouldn’t ignore the emotional and psychological fallout from the crash. These effects can be just as intense and just as harmful as any physical injury. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and…

Tractor-trailers are an important part of Indiana’s economy, transporting goods throughout the state and across state lines. While trucks are essential, they also present unique hazards on the road because of their size and weight. There are numerous factors that could lead to a truck accident, which can leave accident…

The violent impact of a car crash puts tremendous stress on your body, including your muscles, ligaments, and tendons. These soft tissue injuries are sometimes difficult to detect, but they can be just as painful as more obvious injuries. One of the most commonly overlooked types of car accident injuries…