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Truck accidents caused by blind spots.

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 areas the No Zones. Truck drivers have a responsibility to check their blind spots carefully. Similarly,…

Whiplash from car accident most common soft tissue injuries.

Soft tissue injuries refer to damage done to any soft tissue in the body, but the most common involve the muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Due to the fact that these injuries are not as visible as others, you may not recognize them immediately after a car accident. However, it is…

Our law firm was thrilled to see the talent, creativity and dedication among those who applied for our 2020 scholarship awards. We received many well-researched and thoughtful entries from high school, college and graduate students from throughout the country. The attorneys of the Truitt Law Offices had asked students to…

Concussion due to car accident.

Car accidents are one of the leading causes of head injury. Drivers and passengers in a collision often hit their head against the interior structure of the vehicle or are hit by something in the vehicle. Pedestrians and cyclists hit by a motor vehicle may slam their head against the vehicle,…

Traumatized woman suffering from emotional distress from accident.

Being hurt in an accident can cause more than just physical injuries. In Indiana, victims who experience psychological problems after a traumatic incident can seek compensation for emotional distress. Winning money for emotional distress will hinge upon how significant the person’s mental suffering really is. In the past, Indiana courts…