The Difference Between Aggressive and Reckless Driving in Indiana

Reckless Driving versus Aggressive Driving: The Differences and Consequences of Both in Indiana Reckless and aggressive driving are both dangerous to drivers, passengers, and others on the road. In the United States, reckless driving is a major traffic violation generally stemming from a person driving a vehicle with disregard to the safety of themselves or […]

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Indiana Department of Transportation Overhang Regulations

Indiana DOT Overhang Regulations Objects hanging over a vehicle can pose a serious risk to the driver and other motorists on the road navigating around the overhang. Indiana law states that drivers must obtain a vehicle permit specific to oversize and/or overweight objects being carried, as well as other safety measures including red flags or […]

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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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Daydreaming: An Underlying Cause of Indianapolis Auto Accidents

We see distracted drivers in Indiana every day. In fact, it’s hard to find drivers who are paying complete attention to the road. While many people associate distracted driving with texting, speaking on a cell phone, and other non-driving activities that involve gadgets, this definition is narrow and incomplete. Distracted driving occurs when you are engaged in […]

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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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Special Damages vs. General Damages: What Are the Differences?

Damages in tort law generally fall into two categories: special damages and general damages. In a personal injury case, such as a car or slip-and-fall accident, special damages compensate for measurable financial losses. These may include medical expenses, lost wages, property damage, and other out-of-pocket costs. An injured person may seek these damages through an […]

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What Is Tannerite?

Tannerite is a brand of binary explosive targets primarily used for firearms practice and long-range shooting. It consists of two separate components, ammonium nitrate and powdered aluminum, which are mixed together by the user before use. When struck by a bullet traveling at a sufficient velocity, Tannerite detonates, producing a loud explosion and a cloud of […]

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Can You Sue and File a Claim Without a Police Report?

The short answer is yes. You can file a claim for a car accident without a police report. The car accident lawyers at  Wilson Kehoe Winingham Injury Lawyers in Indianapolis can help you gather the evidence you need, even without a police report, to build your case. Call us at (317) 920-6400 to schedule a free consultation if you have been injured in […]

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