December 9, 2024 / Personal Injury

What Is the Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Cases?

The Indiana statute of limitations for personal injury is two years. That means you have two years from the date of your accident to file a claim for compensation. In Indianapolis, the experienced personal injury lawyers at  Wilson Kehoe Winingham Injury Lawyers can help you stay ahead of this deadline. Contact us at (317) 920-6400 to learn more. If you have […]

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December 9, 2024 / Personal Injury

When Your Personal Injury Settlement Is Taxable in Indiana

Trying to settle a personal injury claim is overwhelming. It can be stressful to get the money that you need and deserve after your accident. One of the only things that could make it worse is worrying about the IRS and what portion of your settlement they will want. In the United States, money that’s […]

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December 9, 2024 / Personal Injury

Emotional Damages: It’s Not Just About the Money

While a personal injury attorney can help you win a settlement for reimbursing your expenses after an accident, no amount of litigation or money will ever make the pain go away. Accident victims are human, and fixing problems isn’t just about paying medical bills. An accident can put a lot of strain on a family […]

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December 9, 2024 / Personal Injury

Can You Sue the Government for Negligence?

If a person has been injured in a car accident with a government vehicle, experienced medical malpractice at a government facility, or is injured at a government facility, we are often asked the question, “Can you sue the government?” The short answer is possibly. Many lawsuits involving the government fall under personal injury law and auto accidents. Yes, […]

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November 19, 2024 / Personal Injury

Punitive Damage Awards in Indiana

In a personal injury case, most plaintiffs are seeking damages to compensate them for an injury caused by another party. For example, after a car crash, an injured driver might seek money from the negligent driver to pay for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. These monetary awards are called compensatory damages as […]

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November 6, 2024 / Personal Injury

Dram Shop Laws

If you’ve been injured or suffered property damage through the actions of an intoxicated person, dram shop laws may be of interest to you. What’s a Dram? A dram is a small unit of liquid measure. Bars, pubs, and taverns used to sell liquor by the dram. A similar term in a more modern language […]

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October 30, 2024 / Personal Injury

What Is the Good Samaritan Law in Indiana?

Imagine that you’re out running errands and you see someone in serious danger. Do you run over to try and help them? Would you be worried about the consequences if you do help? Thankfully, there are ways to protect people who voluntarily help others in need. These rules fall under Good Samaritan Laws or Doctrines. The personal […]

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October 30, 2024 / Personal Injury

When Summer Fun Goes South: Dangers of Swimming and Diving

Swimming and diving are classic summer pastimes, and many people take to the water to have fun while the sun shines. Unfortunately, a day at the pool can easily turn tragic. Every year in the United States, diving injuries cost nearly $1.8 billion in losses for medical care, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Swimming […]

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October 30, 2024 / Personal Injury

Preponderance of Evidence: What to Know

If your personal injury case heads to trial, you may wonder how the court will decide if the defendant is to blame. In civil cases, like personal injury, the court uses the preponderance of evidence to determine fault. Read on to learn what preponderance of evidence is and when it applies.  What Is Preponderance of […]

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