Posted by Kenneth Doane | Apr 19, 2019 |
Easter Safety Tips for Southern Indiana Parents
When we think of Easter, we may think of Easter egg hunts and colorful eggs. But, there are many dangers that we need to be aware of when taking part in these traditions with our children.
Food Poisoning
Coloring eggs is a favorite pastime with children.
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Mar 15, 2019 |
For the Saint Patrick's day holiday on March 17, many people in the Jeffersonville area, particularly those who claim Irish heritage, will take some time to celebrate with family and friends. Oftentimes, this involves drinking beer and other alcoholic beverages, sometimes heavily. In fact, St. Pa...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Mar 05, 2019 |
An Indiana man was apparently having some kind of car trouble this past Saturday evening. As he tried to push his vehicle to the side of the street, he was struck by an oncoming car around 9 p.m.
Law enforcement officials said the driver did not stop to see if she could help the 23-year-old she ...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Mar 01, 2019 |
On behalf of Doane Law Office, LLC posted in Pedestrian accidents on Friday, March 1, 2019.
According to a preliminary analysis of the data, the number of pedestrian deaths on the road increased by 250 deaths, or 4 percent, over 2017. The traffic-related death toll for pedestrians is e...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Feb 14, 2019 |
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Posted by Kenneth Doane | Feb 01, 2019 |
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Posted by Kenneth Doane | Jan 31, 2019 |
On behalf of Doane Law Office, LLC on Thursday, January 31, 2019.
Street cyclists are generally adults riding bikes on a relaxing commute to the office. These days, inattention can result in more than a minor scrape. Traffic is a constant hazard, as are careless bike riders, motorcycle...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Jan 18, 2019 |
On behalf of Doane Law Office, LLC posted in motorcycle accidents on Friday, January 18, 2019.
Most drivers in Jeffersonville and the rest of the Indiana side of the Ohio River know that they need to avoid tailgating the vehicles in front of them.
In addition to annoying or even scari...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Jan 04, 2019 |
On behalf of Doane Law Office, LLC posted in truck accidents on Friday, January 4, 2019.
Most people in the Jeffersonville area know that, for the typical driver, the legal limit in both Indiana and Kentucky is .08 blood alcohol content, or BAC. What this means is that if a person is c...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Dec 21, 2018 |
On behalf of Doane Law Office, LLC posted in car accidents on Friday, December 21, 2018.
After what was touted as a remarkably busy Thanksgiving traveling season, Americans are again geared up to travel to various destinations for Christmas. While Jeffersonville and the rest of Louisvi...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Dec 17, 2018 |
On behalf of Doane Law Office, LLC on Monday, December 17, 2018.
If someone else causes you to get into a car accident that causes injuries and property damage, you should seek compensation. Whether you serve the at-fault driver with a personal injury lawsuit or pursue an insurance cla...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Dec 11, 2018 |
On behalf of Doane Law Office, LLC on Tuesday, December 11, 2018.
Perhaps you kept a diary or journal of some kind when you were in school. If you have been in a car crash, this is a good time to start another.
Writing down details of the crash itself, how it has affected your life an...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Dec 07, 2018 |
On behalf of Doane Law Office, LLC posted in dog bites on Friday, December 7, 2018.
Many Jeffersonville, Indiana, residents believe anecdotally in the idea that there are more and less dangerous breeds of dog. For instance, pit bulls, Dobermanns and Rottweilers all have reputations for...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Nov 22, 2018 |
On behalf of Doane Law Office, LLC posted in Pedestrian accidents on Thursday, November 22, 2018.
Some experts blame distracted driving for this trend, while others speculate that it is just a function of urbanization, but for whatever reason, the number of deaths related to hit-and-ru...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Nov 16, 2018 |
On behalf of Doane Law Office, LLC on Friday, November 16, 2018.
Sometimes it is extremely easy to determine what the cause of a car accident is. One recent collision in Indiana occurred when someone threw a pumpkin off an overpass, causing a 64-year-old woman to crash her vehicle.
M...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Nov 09, 2018 |
On behalf of Doane Law Office, LLC posted in premises liability on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Some people in Jeffersonville and the other Indiana suburbs of the Louisville area may think that if they get hurt at a store or some other business property, they will automatically have their...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Oct 25, 2018 |
On behalf of Doane Law Office, LLC posted in premises liability on Thursday, October 25, 2018.
A recent college party following a football game left 30 people, all but one of the students, with injuries that required a trip to the hospital. The students suffered these injuries after th...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Oct 17, 2018 |
On behalf of Doane Law Office, LLC on Wednesday, October 17, 2018.
Motor vehicle accidents happen all throughout Indiana. In 2016 alone, over 52,000 collisions occurred throughout the state. There had not been that many car accidents in Indiana since 2008.
Plenty of people around the...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Oct 15, 2018 |
On behalf of Doane Law Office, LLC on Monday, October 15, 2018.
Car insurance requirements vary from state to state, so it is important you understand the laws before making a move. Indiana requires every driver to maintain a minimum amount of vehicle liability insurance. The requireme...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Oct 12, 2018 |
A student attending a high school in Indiana was struck by a motorist as he was riding near the area high school. The accident happened in the morning hours shortly before classes typically start.
According to reports, the area around the high school is not safe for students. One parent pointed ...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Sep 28, 2018 |
Many people in Jeffersonville and on the Indiana side of the Ohio River may well buy a new car this year.
While these cars come with a lot of great safety features that were not available to previous generations of car owners, this might not always be a good thing.
In fact, one study suggests t...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Sep 19, 2018 |
One thing that many folks in Jeffersonville forget to exercise caution with after their car accidents is social media. Thanks to technology, it may seem faster and more convenient to inform loved ones about their incidents on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and other forms of social media. However, ...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Sep 11, 2018 |
Automated technology is quickly becoming prevalent in cars and trucks. Motorcycles may soon be next. So far, the motorcycle industry has not seen as much advance in automated vehicle technology compared to four-wheel vehicles.
But as scientists develop ever-more-sophisticated automated technolog...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Aug 30, 2018 |
Drivers are responsible for controlling the vehicles they drive at all times. Pedestrians must also remain alert and take precautions when they are moving in and around traffic. Here are four tips to help pedestrians take safer steps.
1. Use crosswalks
The majority of vehicle-pedestrian collisi...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Aug 22, 2018 |
The goal of an insurance company is to protect its policyholder and part with as little money as possible. In motorcycle accidents, especially, the insurer may either offer a low settlement or deny the claim of a rider altogether, asserting that the motorcyclist was at fault.
Prejudging the ride...