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Treating bicycle accident- and slip-and-fall-related road rash

Treating bicycle accident- and slip-and-fall-related road rash | Jacobs Law LLC Indiana residents often go out for walks and ride bicycles during the fall while the weather is still nice. Unfortunately, it’s possible to have an accident. Here are ways to treat road rash from pedestrian slip-and-falls and bike accidents. Understanding road rash Road rash is an abrasion on the ...

Common causes of truck accidents

Common causes of truck accidents | Jacobs Law LLC Indiana truck drivers may benefit from avoiding standard practices that often result in accidents. Fellow commuters also need to know them to do their part to prevent collisions. Causes of truck collisions Speeding ranks is a frequent reason for truck accidents, which is unsurprising. When a truck t...

Indiana drivers don't have to question what their next move should be.

3 Steps To Take After A Car Collison Take these steps to move forward after a crash.

Workplace slip and fall injuries

Workplace slip and fall injuries | Jacobs Law LLC Indiana workers do all they can to stay safe on the job, but workplace accidents are still commonplace. According to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2.7 million Americans suffered nonfatal on-the-job injuries in 2020. Slip and fall accidents caused many of those injuries. Slip and fall acc...

Steps to take after a car crash

Steps to take after a car crash | Jacobs Law LLC An accident that occurs on an Indiana road or highway may cause significant injuries and property damage. In some cases, it may even result in the deaths of drivers, passengers and pedestrians. If you are involved in a motor vehicle accident, it is important to know what to know in the moments after...

Bicycle accidents are common in the United States https://bit.ly/3TLzxX6

Bicycle accidents are common in the United States | Jacobs Law LLC One of the most dangerous accident scenarios in the U.S. and on Indiana highways and streets is bicyclists riding in close proximity of automobiles. There is any number of issues that can result in a bike accident, and many times the result is a fatality for the biker. This can be even more troubles...

Insurance claims and medical bills https://bit.ly/3KfmFUP

Insurance claims and medical bills | Jacobs Law LLC A routine drive in Indiana could take an unexpected and tragic turn if an accident happens. A rear-end collision or a sideswipe could leave a victim rushing to the emergency room. The doctors would provide the necessary care, but a costly bill might follow. Some injuries might be so severe that surg...

Defining the extent of cyclist negligence https://bit.ly/3zZMPHG

Defining the extent of cyclist negligence | Jacobs Law LLC Both drivers and cyclists are held liable for collisions in Indiana. Cyclists often feel they have fewer responsibilities than drivers when they follow the same road and traffic laws. They can be sued, found negligent and required to pay damages for a motor vehicle accident. Cyclist rules and regula...

What you should know about slips, trips and falls https://bit.ly/3z2xwMM

What you should know about slips, trips and falls | Jacobs Law LLC Slips, trips and falls are accidents that are common in many situations. An Indiana resident can suffer a serious injury after taking a fall. It’s important to know the facts about this dangerous situation. How many people die from slips, trips and falls? Although many people don’t think of slip...

How to protect yourself from lightning strikes https://bit.ly/3yIXwfH

How to protect yourself from lightning strikes | Jacobs Law LLC Boating is a fun way to spend summers in Indiana. However, while you enjoy your time on the water, it’s important to know how to stay safe from lightning strikes. What should you do when you hear thunder? Hearing a sudden burst of thunder means that a lightning strike isn’t too far behind. Whene...

Hit-and-run accidents make up over 10% of car accidents in Indiana - who foots the bill?

I Got Hit - And The Other Driver Took Off Additional insurance coverage can help.

What is FOOSH, and how does it happen? https://bit.ly/3nnyYUu

What is FOOSH, and how does it happen? | Jacobs Law LLC Anyone in Indiana can experience an accident that results in injury. One of the most common is FOOSH. You should know what it is and how it can occur. What is FOOSH? A FOOSH injury occurs when a person experiences a slip and fall accident and lands on their hand to break the fall. This

Who pays damages in a hit and run accident? https://bit.ly/39rR98b

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Motor vehicle accidents: The deadly days of summer https://bit.ly/3HlyWWi

Motor vehicle accidents: The deadly days of summer | Jacobs Law LLC The beginning of summer calls to mind sunny beaches, family picnics and fun in the Indiana sun. You may be going to a local lake or one that is farther away, for a get-together with family or friends. However, you may want to be aware of this time of relaxation when it comes to car

2021 brought many tragic pedestrian deaths https://bit.ly/3m1GeEI

2021 brought many tragic pedestrian deaths | Jacobs Law LLC Few people likely expect anything to go wrong when engaged in the mundane behavior of walking across the street. However, pedestrians may die in an unexpected traffic accident when walking or running in Indiana. A negligent driver could destroy a family when a vehicle hits someone running an errand....