Auto Accident Due to Medical Emergency: What is the Sudden Emergency Doctrine?

When a car accident is caused by a medical emergency, the driver who suffered the emergency is generally not liable for damages under the sudden emergency doctrine. The experienced car accident attorneys at  Wilson Kehoe Winingham Injury Lawyers can help injured parties understand their rights in this situation. Call our Indianapolis team at (317) 920-6400. Car accidents happen on a […]

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What Is (Probably) Not Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice laws are in place to legally protect patients who have been harmed by the negligence of healthcare professionals. But, although there are many different types of medical malpractice, not everything bad that happens in a medical setting falls under this legal category. Four Times You (Probably) Don’t Have a Medical Malpractice Case Medical malpractice litigation is […]

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Insurance Claim Denials & Hiring Insurance Lawyers

Insurance companies have a duty under the law to deal fairly and in good faith with their clients. Unfortunately, this doesn’t always occur. These cases are often referred to as insurance claim denials or bad faith claims. What Are Bad Faith Insurance Claims? Insurance claim denials or bad faith claims arise when a policyholder believes […]

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Indianapolis Toxic Mold Lawyers

Mold Exposure and Apartment Mold Lawsuit What is Toxic Mold? Toxic mold, also known as Stachybotrys chartarum is typically green or black in color, and can grow on materials such as fiberboard, paper, and other material with high cellulose content. Toxic black mold grows when moisture is present from various instances such as water damage […]

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Indiana Seat Belt Laws

When a vehicle comes to a sudden stop, such as during a truck collision or car accident, anyone occupying the vehicle could hit the dashboard, fly into the windshield, or even be ejected from the car. Thankfully, there is a device that can help protect both the driver and any passengers of a car crash: […]

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What Are the Common Causes of Plane Crashes?

While rare in the U.S., aviation accidents often result in severe and far-reaching consequences when they do occur. Delving into the causes of aviation accidents is essential for enhancing safety protocols and mitigating risks. There are many causes of aviation accidents, including human errors and poor weather conditions. Determining what causes a plane to crash […]

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Shaken Baby Syndrome Cases

Shaken baby syndrome cases are more complicated than most personal injury lawsuits because, in addition to the civil case, the perpetrator is usually charged with criminal child abuse. The situation is often complicated because the perpetrator is frequently one of the baby’s parents or a partner of one of the parents.  What Is Shaken Baby […]

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Umbilical Cord Breaks During Delivery

The umbilical cord serves as a lifeline between mother and baby throughout pregnancy, delivering essential nutrients and oxygen while supporting healthy development. Although complications involving the umbilical cord are relatively uncommon, they can occur and may pose serious risks if not properly monitored. Advances in routine ultrasound imaging have made it easier to detect many […]

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Indiana Medical Malpractice Statute of Limitations and Other Indiana Malpractice Laws

What is the Indiana Medical Malpractice Statute of Limitations? It is possible that someone who experienced medical malpractice, may not seek compensation immediately.  Since they have been recovering from a serious or even life-threatening injury or illness, consulting with a lawyer may not be top of mind. However, suppose you have a credible lawsuit against your provider. In […]

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