Blog

In a successful personal injury claim, a victim receives damages, or monetary compensation, for their expenses and other losses. Depending on the circumstances, they may be awarded some combination of economic, non-economic, and punitive damages to make them whole again. If you suffered injuries in an accident in Indiana that…

A car accident is stressful enough, with injuries to recover from, bills to pay, and potentially the loss of use of your vehicle. When that accident occurs on private property, your situation may be even more difficult due to differences between public and private roadway auto accidents. In accidents occurring on…

In Indiana, your family has just two years to file a wrongful death lawsuit seeking compensation following a loved one’s death. Filing before the two-year deadline passes protects your right to seek compensation and justice after a loved one’s death due to someone else’s negligence. However, failing to comply with…

When someone has been injured in a car accident or other emergency situation, many people’s first reaction is to try to help. In our increasingly litigious society, though, a potential helper might hesitate for fear of being sued if something goes wrong. In Indiana, the legislature enacted a law that…

When pursuing car accident claims in Indiana, the lawyers of Truitt Law Offices explore all options for recovering maximum compensation for clients. Most car accident claims are settled outside of court by negotiating with insurance companies. As your attorneys, we will determine liability for the accident, calculate your losses, and…

Drivers owe a duty to their passengers and others on the road to follow the law and operate their vehicles in a safe and reasonable manner. So, when changing lanes, a driver should judge the distance from other cars, check his or her mirrors and use turn signals before going…

Motorists are at risk of severe injury if they’re struck in a T-bone accident. Also called side-impact collisions or broadside accidents, these crashes occur when a vehicle is struck from the side, placing them in a “T” shape at the moment of impact. Despite today’s safety innovations, vehicle occupants have…

In Indiana, wrongful death lawsuits must be filed in accordance with very specific requirements. For example, a claim seeking compensation for the death of an adult must be brought by a personal representative on behalf of the deceased person’s estate. By contrast, claims seeking compensation for the death of a…

Golf carts aren’t just for the course anymore. Many newer carts have features that qualify them to drive on public roads, and many communities allow or even encourage their use. Unfortunately, this also means that golf car accidents can involve complex issues that make it difficult for victims to get…

If you got hurt in an accident, a personal injury claim may allow you to recover compensation for the pain and suffering you experienced due to your injuries. But how do you put a dollar amount on pain and suffering? In Indiana, attorneys, insurance companies, courts, and juries may use…