Motorcycle accidents are a tragically common occurrence on the roads of Indiana. Because a motorcycle does not offer the protective barrier of a car, riders are far more likely to be severely injured and even killed when they are involved in a collision. It is imperative that all drivers and ...
When you are a pedestrian, you are subject to the risks of walking near moving vehicles. There are times when drivers do not even notice people around them or pedestrians walking in the road. In fact, if you have ever been behind the wheel, you may have had an experience where you did not notice ...
Whenever you take your bike out and ride the busy streets of Indiana, it is never a bad idea to remind yourself of the basic rules of safety. Becoming complacent or too confident with your cycling skills may create a liability if you are faced with a sudden hazard on your ride. Whether you are lo...
When you think about pedestrian hazards in Indiana, you probably think of the vehicles, and the drivers controlling them. Distracted, drunk or aggressive drivers all play their part in pedestrian deaths each year. However, some of the fault for fatal accidents rests in the hands of the profession...
While many pet owners in Indiana take precautions to properly train their dogs about how to act around other people and pets, there are times when sudden behavioral changes can create a dangerous situation. Dogs, for whatever reason, may become spooked or irritated at times and become aggress...
Car accidents can result in a number of serious injuries. As in any situation where one sustains an impact to the head, traumatic brain injury can be a possibility. Car crashes, as well as accidents involving falls or getting hit with an object, number among the major reasons for TBI. This c...
Dogs make wonderful pets for many doting families in Indiana, and many people go to great lengths to ensure the comfort of their four-legged friends. However, there are times when unwarranted attention can create danger when a dog is provoked to attack. Often, these situations involve children wh...
When you are out and about driving around town, chances are your first indication is to pay attention to the other vehicles on the road. By watching what they are doing and being observant to their movement, you are able to navigate safely to your destination. Sometimes, you may become so cau...
School zones should be safe areas for middle and high school students in Indiana to cross streets as they approach their schools. According to SafeKids.org, though, school zones have many of the same dangers common to any city street. The organization conducted a study in 2016 to see how te...
A friend invited you to his ranch in Indiana to ride horses, and you eagerly accepted. However, before you even got on the horse, it kicked you in the knee, and you ended up needing surgery to repair it. Should the owner have to pay for your medical bills and other financial difficulties you have...
Insurance company pitchmen are funny, engaging and ultimately popular. That's not a coincidence; rather, it is by design. How else are you going to sell a product that you arguably won't ever need. How else are you going to get people to buy something that is pretty expensive and only has value b...
Wearing a helmet for every bicycle ride on the roads of Indiana is an essential part of being a safe cyclist. Another aspect of being prepared for a traffic crash is knowing what to do if one happens. Here are some accident tips cyclists should know before they leave home. Do a head check Trai...
Maybe you rarely travel anywhere on foot, particularly if your Indiana community lacks decent sidewalks and intersections with well-marked crosswalks. However, most people find walking across parking lots a part of everyday life. At the Doane Law Office, LLC, we understand that these short trips ...
Your family is invited to a backyard barbecue by a co-worker, and while you are there, her dog bites your three-year-old's face. Naturally, your first response is to take your child to the emergency room for treatment. The dog was up-to-date on his vaccinations, so there is no need for rabies sho...
As a parent in Indiana, it is essential that you know and follow the state's child restraint laws whenever you take your child in a vehicle. These laws are established to ensure your child is as safe as possible in the event of an accident. Furthermore, these laws are pretty much universal throug...
Each year, many bicyclists are injured or even killed when they are struck by vehicles. Some bicyclists are injured off the road, of course, but many are hit by negligent drivers who are either drunk, distracted, going over the speed limit, or simply ignoring their responsibilities behind the...
You are enjoying an early morning run at the park in Indiana when out of nowhere, a dog appears. Instinctively, you are probably prone to panic and startle, but as you get closer, it appears as though maybe the dog is lost. Curious as to if you can help the dog find its owner, you want to tak...
Anyone in Indiana could sustain a dog bite. However, age matters when dealing with the results. According to the International Journal of Surgery Case Reports, 10 percent of the wounds that adults suffer from a dog attack are on the head and neck. However, 76 percent of children's bite wounds...
When a property owner or manager does not have safety measures in place, or management does not enforce the set measures, it can create dangerous conditions. For those who suffer an injury while on a property due to dangerous conditions, it may be possible to seek compensation. If you or a love...
Although bicycles generally move at speeds considerably slower than vehicle traffic on Indiana roadways, cyclists have the right to ride in the vehicle lane, and they are subject to all the rules of vehicle traffic. Motorists who "get stuck" behind a bicycle in traffic may be impatient waiting fo...
Each year, the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute prepares a traffic safety report of state data for the U.S. Department of Transportation and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Included in this report are the new statistics involving pedestrian fatalities. According to the n...
When a motor vehicle collision occurs, victims may suffer from a wide variety of injuries, such as broken bones or lacerations that result in scarring and pain. However, back injuries are particularly concerning and can upend the life of a victim in a variety of ways. If you hurt your back in a c...
As your child plays in your yard in Indiana, a pedestrian with an unleashed dog approaches on the sidewalk. Your child hurries toward the dog to pet it, and the animal perceives the gesture as a threat and attacks. You quickly get your child to safety, but the damage has already been done. What s...
It is common knowledge that motorcycle riding is dangerous, although fun. Some of it has to do with the design of the vehicle, which does not provide protection in an accident. However, additional factors contribute to rates of accident, injury and death among bikers. A report from the Indiana ...
If you are the parent of a teenager, you might encounter various challenges, from problems in the classroom to issues with some of their friends. However, those involving driving can be especially difficult and as younger drivers begin to enjoy the independence and opportunities that come with a ...
From I-64 East:
Take exit 123 toward New Albany.
Continue onto W. 5th Street .
Turn left onto W. Market.
Turn left on Demolay Drive for parking.
From Louisville:
Merge onto I-64 West.
Use the right lane to take exit 123 toward New Albany.
Continue onto W. Elm Street.
Turn right after Bottles Unlimited onto State Street.
Turn left onto East Spring Street.
Turn left on Demolay Drive for parking.