Dogs are often seen as man’s best friend, but not all breeds are created equal. Based on research, some dogs are considered more dangerous. While any dog can bite you and cause personal injuries, some dogs have more of a propensity to do so. The following dogs, therefore, have a reputation, statistically, for being more aggressive o...
view articleGolf carts may seem like a harmless and safe way to conveniently navigate golf courses and gated communities. However, there are many factors that can cause a golf cart accident that results in serious injury or potentially death. These seemingly innocent vehicles lack common safety features that could protect drivers and passengers from harm. Even at low speeds, golf cart accidents can leave victims with devastating injuries that require substantial medical bills and prolonged recovery periods. If you have been injured in a golf car...
When a parent is trying to help their teenage daughter or son pick out a car, the number of choices can be overwhelming, especially when deciding which vehicle is the safest. Below we discuss the risks facing teen drivers along with a list of some of the safest cars for your child. Teenage Crash Facts In the United States, over 8.3 million drivers are between the ages of 16-19. Some crash statistics regarding teen drivers: In 2020, about 2,800 teenagers were killed, and 227,000 were injured in motor vehicle crashes. Tee...
Mountain biking is a popular activity in Indiana, and the state has over 600 miles of designated mountain biking trails. This exciting sport is an entertaining way to exercise and explore new places unreachable by car. However, mountain biking can be dangerous and serious injuries are common among mountain bikers. It's crucial for mountain bikers to understand the risks and take steps to prevent injuries to themselves and others. This article outlines common mountain bike injuries and offers tips on how to reduce your chances of sustainin...
If you recently suffered injuries in an accident that resulted from another person's negligent behavior, you may be eligible for various types of settlement compensation. Fortunately, in the State of Indiana, most personal injury settlements are not taxable at the state or federal levels. To maximize the monetary compensation that you recover in your personal injury case, you must have a skilled lawyer representing you at every stage of the proceedings. The knowledgeable and compassionate Indiana personal injury lawyers at Blackburn Romey c...
All dog breeds can bite, and any dog breed has the potential to cause serious injury. However, medium to extra-large dog breeds with powerful bite force are more likely to cause serious, long-lasting injury or death. While many factors contribute to a dog’s likelihood to bite someone, such as its training, the dog's history, the situation, and its owner’s behavior, a dog’s bite strength is a significant factor in the seriousness of a potential injury. If you have been injured in a dog bite incident, our experienced Indiana dog bite a...
Whether classified as a car crash, accident, or collision, liability can be a highly contentious matter in motor vehicle personal injury cases. Oftentimes, the person at fault, the defendant, with the support of their insurance company and their legal counsel, makes a considerable effort to dispute liability. Ultimately, liability in a personal injury case hinges on providing evidence to prove that one party’s negligence or carelessness caused the motor vehicle incident. In Indiana, courts take into consideration all of the circumstance...
If you’ve been involved in a car accident in Indiana, it shouldn’t affect your insurance rates if you’re not at fault for the accident. However, you also have to keep in mind that Indiana operates as a modified comparative negligence state concerning fault. This law states that, if you’re more than 50% at fault, you cannot recover money. Therefore, each person’s involvement and fault for a car accident claim is considered for personal injury cases. Again, if you exceed the fault threshold of 50%, you can’t recover damages. These...
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department released a recent report stating that 40 pedestrians were killed in Indianapolis in 2022. When it comes to the entire state, over 130 pedestrians were killed that same year. These statistics are record numbers for Indiana and should be alarming for residents across the state. Working with an experienced pedestrian accident attorney from Blackburn Romey can help you understand the law and recover compensation for your injuries. What are Indiana's laws for pedestrians? In the United Sta...
While forklifts are common tools used in warehouses, on construction sites, and in many other workplaces that need heavy objects moved, these powered industrial trucks can become dangerous and deadly within seconds. About 35,000 serious injuries and 100 fatalities are reported from forklift accidents across the United States each year. The risk of injury for workers and bystanders around these machines is very high. Talk to an experienced forklift accident attorney from Romey Blackburn in Indiana today. What exactly is a forklift? ...
