Key Takeaways The Kangal has the strongest bite force among dog breeds at about 743 PSI. The American Pit Bull Terrier has a bite force of about 235 PSI. Pit Bulls represent about 6% of U.S. dogs but account for 68% of bites since 1982. About 4.5 million dog bites occur annually, and roughly 20% require medica...
view articleKey Takeaways Police can issue a traffic ticket days or weeks after a crash, not only at the scene. Officers may review witness statements, video footage, or reconstruction evidence before deciding on a citation. Common post-crash citations include speeding, failure to yield, reckless driving, and following too closely. A traffic ticket does not automatically determine who is legally liable for a crash. Indiana's comparative fault law reduces compensation based on a claimant's own share of fault. A driver who leaves a crash...
Key Takeaways Indiana has no single law naming "leaving a child in a car" as its own offense. Prosecutors typically rely on Indiana's Neglect of a Dependent statute in these cases. Neglect of a dependent starts at the lowest felony level and can rise to the highest if a child dies. Reckless supervision law applies only to licensed child care providers, not to parents generally. Heatstroke killed 31 children nationwide in vehicles during 2025, according to federal data. Every summer, Indiana parents ask the same question aft...
Key Takeaways Motorcycle gear absorbs and redirects crash forces that would otherwise strike a rider's body directly. Helmets, jackets, gloves, boots, and armor each protect a specific vulnerable area during impact. Riders wearing helmets face a significantly lower risk of fatal head trauma than unhelmeted riders. Full protective clothing reduces road rash severity compared to riders without gear. Indiana's contributory fault law may factor gear choices into how an injury claim is evaluated. Blackburn Romey works with injur...
Key Takeaways Indiana motorcycle collisions peak in June and July, with the highest proportions of fatal crashes occurring in those months. Increased road travel, tourism traffic, and holiday gatherings create congestion that raises collision risk for riders throughout summer. Distracted driving, speeding, and impaired driving are among the most common factors in summer motorcycle crashes statewide. Road rash, fractures, and traumatic brain injuries are frequent outcomes of warm-weather crashes, often requiring extended medical c...
Key Takeaways When a teen causes a motorcycle crash, legal and financial liability typically falls on parents or guardians under Indiana law. Indiana Code 9-24-9-4 holds license application signers jointly liable for damages a minor driver causes. Teen drivers are overrepresented in Indiana collisions, with speeding identified as a consistent factor among young male drivers. Motorcyclists face disproportionate injury risk, including head trauma, spinal injuries, and fractures, compared to passenger vehicle occupants. Police re...
Key Takeaways A dog attack on a child in a park requires immediate medical attention, even when injuries appear minor at first. Indiana dog bite liability for public park incidents typically depends on negligence principles rather than strict liability. Parents should report the attack to animal control and police, gather witness information, and photograph injuries. Compensation may cover medical costs, counseling, scarring, emotional distress, and future treatment needs. Early legal guidance helps preserve evidence and prote...
Key Takeaways Lifetime odds of dying in a U.S. car crash are about 1 in 95. Vehicle-to-vehicle collisions caused 43% of traffic deaths in 2022. Single-vehicle crashes caused about 26% of motor vehicle fatalities. About 77% of U.S. drivers experience at least one crash in their lifetime. Indiana allows families to file wrongful death claims after fatal crashes. Car accidents are one of the most common causes of accidental death in the U.S., and for Indiana drivers, the risks are more serious than many r...
Key Takeaways Motorcyclists struck from behind face serious injury risks because bikes offer no structural protection in a crash. Distracted driving, tailgating, and speeding are among the most common causes of rear-end motorcycle collisions. Head injuries, spinal cord damage, and fractures are frequent outcomes when a motorcyclist is rear-ended. The following driver is typically liable, though Indiana's comparative fault rules can affect final compensation. Prompt medical care and early evidence preservation significantly str...
Key Takeaways Indiana follows a fault-based system, allowing injured parties to seek damages from negligent parties. Multiple parties may share liability, including drivers, trucking companies, and third parties. Fault depends on proving negligence through duty, breach, causation, and damages. Indiana’s comparative fault law reduces compensation based on the injured party’s percentage of fault. Trucking companies may be liable for hiring practices, training failures, or poor maintenance. Third parties, such as manufactu...
