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Blog: Personal Injury
Losing a loved one can irrevocably change your world. If the loss was a result of an unanticipated accident, your family may have a case of wrongful death for the resulting damages. Whether you have grounds for a claim will depend…
If you were hurt in a preventable accident and you plan on suing the liable party, you may be wondering what kinds of restrictions apply. Three of the most common questions that arise with personal injury lawsuits are: Which…
According to the World Health Organization, lower back pain is the leading cause of missed work days and activity limitation. That means it can affect not only your financial security but also your quality of life. If you’re…
Determining liability after any car accident can be challenging, but when three or more vehicles are involved, the task can be especially complicated. The laws that govern accident liability in Indiana are complex, and insurance…
Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) are a leading cause of disability and death throughout the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 150 Americans die from TBI-related complications every…
All spinal cord injuries (or SCIs) are unique; however, each case can be classified within one of five levels. The level of a particular SCI is determined by how the injury has affected the patient’s motor and sensory function. The…
The symptoms of a serious injury aren’t always immediately apparent. When you suffer whiplash, for example, it could take several hours for the pain and stiffness to develop and become noticeable. This is one reason why many people…
The central nervous system (CNS) controls all of our bodily functions. That means damage to either of its main components — the brain or the spinal cord — can be catastrophic. While spinal cord injuries (SCIs) often cause permanent…
Losing a loved one unexpectedly is utterly devastating. When someone dies in a sudden accident, family members never get the chance to say goodbye, and those who relied on the deceased for emotional or financial support can be…
It’s only natural to worry about your spine if you’re feeling back pain or numbness after a car accident, fall, or sports injury. Although spinal cord injuries — or SCIs — affect everyone differently, there are a few symptoms that…
Defining whiplash, its symptom, and treatments Also known as “neck strain,” whiplash is a soft tissue injury caused by an abrupt overextension and flexion of the neck. It’s most often associated with car accidents, assault, and…
To say selling a business is complicated would be an understatement. Transferring ownership of a company demands the due diligence of a tax audit, possible lengthy negotiations of a real estate transaction, and delicate financial…
Coping with the aftermath of a motor vehicle collision is always stressful. Even if your injuries are not life-threatening, you may have to miss work while you recover. In addition, if your car sustained minor damage, you may have…
If you were injured due to the negligence or intentional act of another person or organization, you have the right to file a personal injury claim for any losses resulting from the incident. Depending on the facts of your case, you…
Unanticipated injuries come with a lot of unexpected expenses. Even if you have adequate health insurance coverage, you may still have to worry about indirect costs like lost income and the expenses your provider won’t cover such as…
If you were hurt in a preventable accident and plan to hold the responsible party financially accountable, it’s natural to have a lot of questions about the upcoming proceedings. Questions like “How do I prove fault?” or “What…
The scene of a collision is always chaotic. Even after minor fender benders, tempers are likely to flare, and tensions will be running high. Keeping your cool after a car accident, however, can be the difference between a strong…
Read on to learn more about whiplash symptoms after a car accident. Whiplash, or neck strain, is a relatively common impact injury that develops when the head is forced backward and forward rapidly. Rear-end collisions are a leading…
If you or someone you love was hurt because of another party’s negligence, you have the right to pursue compensation for lost income, healthcare bills, and other damages. But if you’ve never had to file a personal injury claim…
There are different categories of damages that may be recovered by personal injury claimants in Indiana. Some categories are intended to make the wronged party “whole” again by paying for economic damages (medical bills, lost…