Indiana is among 5 states receiving grants. The Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) and Responsibility.org have announced that five states will be awarded grants to support proven and innovative efforts to reduce car accidents caused by impaired drivers – measures that could prove useful throughout the country. “Alcohol and drug use increased during the pandemic...
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Pedestrian Accident Fatalities Rise to Highest Levels in 40 Years
Here's what's driving the increase in U.S. pedestrian deaths According to a recent report compiled by the Governor’s Highway Safety Administration (GHSA), deaths due to pedestrian accidents reached a 40-year high in 2021, continuing an upward trend that has traffic safety officials concerned about the safety of our most vulnerable road users. “Prioritizing pedestrian safety...
Read MoreCar Accidents Often Cause Severe Eye Injuries
Damage to the eye can affect your vision and more Car accidents often result in severe injuries, and an eye injury is one of the most serious and painful injuries you can sustain in a crash. Many eye injuries cause permanent vision problems, including blindness, if not treated promptly. That’s why if you suffered an...
Read MoreApril is Distracted Driving Awareness Month
It's time people open their eyes to the dangers of distracted driving and stay focused on the road Distracted driving is a dangerous habit that often has deadly consequences. That's why traffic safety officials in Indiana and throughout the U.S. have designated April as Distracted Driving Awareness Month. As one of the most common causes...
Read More5 Ways to Avoid a Crash in Indiana
An Indiana Car Accident Lawyer Discusses Safe Driving Tips According to the National Safety Council (NSC), 42,000 people died in motor vehicle crashes in 2020. In Indiana, more than 800 people die in fatal crashes each year. There are many contributing factors to roadway fatalities, but the NSC says the 3 biggest causes are driving...
Read MoreWinter Driving Tips That Can Help You Stay Safe
A car accident can happen at any time of the year in Fort Wayne, Indianapolis, or anywhere in Indiana. But winter weather can increase the risk of a crash. Snow, sleet, and freezing rain can limit visibility and create dangerous driving conditions. An accident can happen in seconds and leave people with serious injuries. Fortunately,...
Read MoreDistracted Driving Fuels Road Rage, Recent Study Finds
Fort Wayne, Indiana lawyers explain what drivers need to know to stay safe What drives people crazy the most on the road? The answers might surprise you. According to a recent study, it’s not speeding drivers or aggressive drivers that fuel road rage. Right at the top of the list is distracted driving, along with...
Read MoreBeware of Drunk Drivers & Speeders in Indiana During the Holiday Season
An Indiana Car Accident Lawyer Discusses the Problem The holidays should be a time of joy in Indiana. But because too many motorists are driving drunk or speeding, the festive season too often is a time of tragedy. When you've been injured due to the negligence of another driver, you probably have a lot of...
Read MoreFacial Injuries & Car Accidents
An Indiana car accident lawyer discusses facial trauma from crashes A recent study by the National Library of Medicine shows slightly more than half of all motor vehicle accidents resulted in facial injuries. Over a 15-month period, researchers found that 51% of 461 accident victims suffered facial trauma. Causes range from being ejected from the...
Read MoreStopped-Vehicle Crashes Are a Deadly Problem
A Fort Wayne car accident lawyer explains what to know Unless it's a rear-end collision, most people probably think of car accidents as those involving at least two moving vehicles, yet it only takes one moving vehicle to cause a crash that results in serious injuries. Sometimes, a vehicle does not have to be in...
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