Posted by Kenneth Doane | Jul 07, 2016 |
Summer is in full swing in Indiana, and for many children, this means more time spent outside. While, generally, additional summer playtime is a welcome opportunity, there can be dangers, as well. One possible hazard of which Hoosiers should be aware as their children are playing outside this...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Jun 29, 2016 |
Today, it is very common for Indiana resident to own pets or frequently interact with others that have pets. While domestic animals such as cats and dogs provide companionship for their owners, pet ownership comes with much responsibility. This goes beyond taking care of and meeting the basic of ...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Jun 24, 2016 |
Many dogs are friendly animals. Indianans keeps them as pets and love them as their own. Some dogs, however, are vicious and have the propensity to attack others violently. Unfortunately for one family, they have lost their beloved son following an animal attack at the home of the dog owner.
The...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Jun 16, 2016 |
As Indiana weather heats up, some residents are undoubtedly preparing for summer and time spent with family and friends around a backyard pool. While this should be an enjoyable experience, it is important to be aware that pools also present the possibility of real danger. A negligent property ow...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Jun 08, 2016 |
As summer approaches, Hoosiers may anticipate seeing more motorcyclists out on the roads. Tragically, for one biker enjoying the summer weather in the region, a recent motorcycle collision cost him his life.
The motorcycle accident occurred on Broadway near 18th Street in Louisville. Around 4 p....
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Jun 02, 2016 |
The immediate aftermath of a bicycle and car collision is jarring for bicyclists. A bicyclist may be injured and disoriented. After seeking medical care, an injured Hoosier may opt to seek compensation for the injuries he or she suffered in the bicycle accident. It can be helpful for a Hoosier to...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Jun 01, 2016 |
A motorcycle accident can lead to tremendous injuries. Less protected from other vehicles on the road, and riding a considerably smaller mode of transportation than an automobile or a tractor-trailer, motorcyclists are at risk for serious and debilitating injuries, as this blog reported in a pr...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | May 31, 2016 |
Many Kentucky residents may have enjoyed the thrill of the recent Kentucky Derby horse race, whether they watched it on television or attended the race in person. Unfortunately, however, the excitement did not end at the conclusion of the race for one trainer who was involved in a car accidenttha...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | May 13, 2016 |
Wrong-way driving presents a tremendous hazard for Indiana drivers. Negligent drivers who drive illegally against the flow of traffic on highways and access ramps can cause dangerous head-on collisions.
According to the National Transportation Safety Board, though collisions that occur due to a ...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | May 05, 2016 |
An animal attack can happen anywhere. Animal attacks might occur on a neighbor's property, walking along the street or even at a location that seems safe, such as a local Humane Society. Indiana residents may be alarmed to learn that a six year old boy was recently bitten by an animal at a Humane...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Apr 28, 2016 |
Motorcycle accidents present the possibility of a number of different types of injuries, and, tragically, even death. From broken bones to head injuries, there are many ways that an Indiana biker might become injured in a motorcycle accident. Injuries may result in life-altering and permanent d...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Apr 20, 2016 |
When an Indianan slips and falls, his or her first concern may be about seeking prompt medical care. This is particularly important if he or she has suffered significant injuries. After obtaining medical care, a person's attention may turn to the reason for his or her slip-and-fall accident. Ofte...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Apr 13, 2016 |
Indiana riders know that motorcycles present dangers. With negligent drivers on the roads who fail to give motorcyclists appropriate room to maneuver, or who are simply distracted, there is always the risk of serious motorcycle accidents.
Fortunately, after a peak year for motorcycle fatalities ...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Apr 08, 2016 |
There are many ways that an Indianan might slip and fall on another's property. Whether due to a wet floor or lack of repair, there may be hazardous conditions that are not readily visible to an Indianan that lead to a dangerous fall. When an Indiana resident is injured in a slip-and-fall accid...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Apr 01, 2016 |
While dogs are typically considered docile and friendly domesticated pets, that is not always the case. For any number of reasons, a dog may attack an Indianan and cause major injuries. Anyone can be the victim of a dog bite, though children and men are more common victims. It can be helpful for ...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Mar 25, 2016 |
Bicycling is an activity that Indianans may do for pleasure or for transportation. Some Indiana bicyclists may bike on paths that prohibit motorized vehicular traffic, but many bicyclists will find themselves sharing the road with motor vehicles. Unfortunately, sharing the road with these vehicle...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Mar 18, 2016 |
When an Indianan has been the victim of a car accident, he or she may be traumatized. This may be particularly true if the accident involved the negligence of an aggressive driver. Aggressive driving, as this blog reported in a previous post, contributes to a tremendous number of accidents and ...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Mar 11, 2016 |
An Indiana resident who embarks on a bike ride faces the potential of being involved in an accident. There are many different ways that a bicycle accident might occur, but there are some scenarios that more commonly lead to accidents, particularly when a vehicle is involved.
Negligent vehicle ...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Mar 04, 2016 |
Indiana drivers, despite obeying traffic laws and driving cautiously, are often at the mercy of other drivers on the road. Drunk drivers, distracted drivers and aggressive drivers can all lead to innocent Indiana drivers finding themselves involved in serious car accidents. Significantly, aggress...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Feb 26, 2016 |
A person embarking on a bicycle ride likely does not anticipate returning with an injury, no matter how serious. However, bicycling and associated bicycle accidents are indeed common sources of injury, from simple broken bones to major head injuries. Despite an Indiana rider having appropriate bi...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Feb 19, 2016 |
Victims of Indiana car accidents may know how to seek medical attention following an accident, whether by calling 9-1-1 or making a doctor's appointment, and they may know the best course of action to take to obtain car repairs. They may not, however, be familiar with how to proceed legally if th...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Feb 11, 2016 |
The immediate aftermath of an animal bite may be terrifying for an Indiana victim. He or she will likely be frightened and in need of medical attention. After the initial shock has worn off and a person has received proper medical attention, he or she may consider legal action. As this blog rep...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Feb 05, 2016 |
Indiana residents may envision a music festival as an event at which attendees can hear live music, enjoy good company and have a fun time. They likely do not envision an event at which attendees may be hit by a car in the middle of a crowd while enjoying the festivities.
Unfortunately, this i...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Jan 29, 2016 |
Premises liability turns on the idea that when a person enters another's property, he or she may reasonably expect that he or she will not become injured. In Indiana this concept means that a property owner has a responsibility to maintain an environment that is relatively safe. When a person b...
Posted by Kenneth Doane | Jan 22, 2016 |
In recent years, the number of fatalities from motorcycle crashes has declined, according to the Governors Highway Safety Association. However, despite this good news, motorcycle accidents, and their attendant injuries and fatalities, continue in Indiana and nationwide. Therefore, it is essential...