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 articleSeat belts are estimated to save the lives of 15,000 Americans every year. With the number of people using seat belts being around 91.6%, many people are safer riding in their vehicles than ever before. Although vital in protecting us, seat belts can cause serious injuries when they don’t work properly. When you need it most, a seat belt can fail or hurt you due to the force of impact. If you have been injured in an accident due to a seat belt, you need the assistance of the car accident attorneys at Blackburn Romey. Natio...
Hit-and-runs are a prevalent problem facing drivers. In the past decade, there were 17,531 people who died in hit-and-run accidents in the United States. A driver may panic and flee an accident scene if they fear that they will be found responsible for the crash, not even thinking about the consequences. The car accident attorneys at Blackburn Romey would like to share things you need to know regarding hit-and-run accidents. What is Considered a Hit-and-Run Accident? An accident is considered a “hit-and-run” when a dr...
Many people in Indiana use a moped to get where they need to go. Mopeds are affordable, have excellent gas mileage, and are easy to park. However, you should be aware of the state’s moped laws when you are using one in your daily life. Learn more about Indiana’s moped laws in this article. If you are in an accident on or involving a moped because of someone’s negligence, talk to our Indianapolis personal injury attorneys at Blackburn Romey today. Moped Overview A moped is a small, motorized cycle powered by a battery or sma...
One of the leading causes of death for children under 13 years of age in the United States is car accidents. The best way to keep your child safe – and to protect them against car crash injuries – is to place your child in a booster seat. If your child still suffers injuries in a crash, speak with a car accident attorney in Indiana about your rights. Car Seat Laws In the State of Indiana Your children are always safer when they are properly restrained in the right car seat for each child's size and weight, and a better understa...
Millions of Americans are proud dog owners, including many Hoosiers. Dogs enrich lives in many ways, but they can also be an injury risk. No matter how friendly and docile owners think their dogs might be, dogs are still animals with innate instincts that can be triggered at any moment. Dog owners must take several precautions to protect others from their dogs. Putting their dog on a leash while in public is one of the most basic precautions. Many states have a statewide leash law requiring this. However, Indiana is not one of them. ...
It's well known that construction zones—whether on the road, on a building site, or at another location -- can be an extremely dangerous place to be. However, it's necessary for construction workers and the general public to frequent these areas. Construction is vital to our infrastructure and way of life. Construction zones can be very dangerous places for workers and the public alike. From heavy equipment and vehicles moving around to the use of potentially hazardous materials, many areas within construction zones pose a risk to every...
Less than five percent of all registered vehicles nationwide are large trucks. Yet, more than 13 percent of all fatal crashes on U.S. roads involve at least one large commercial truck or bus. Semi-trucks tower over most other vehicles on the road. Most have a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of between 14,000- 33,000 pounds. Even semi-trucks that aren't carrying loads demand more stopping time than a standard passenger vehicle due to their massive weight. At typical highway speeds of 65 miles per hour, the average-size vehicle can come ...
Motorcycles are unique vehicles with abilities that aren’t afforded to regular passenger vehicles. With only two wheels, they are smaller and able to move more quickly into spaces that other motor vehicles can’t. One example of this is lane splitting. Motorcycles, being smaller than other vehicles on the road, can move between lanes of traffic. This is called lane splitting and is legal in some states when traffic stops or moves slowly. However, lane splitting is not legal in Indiana. Under IC § 9-21-10-6, drivers on Indiana roads ar...
Any commercial truck accident can be fatal. According to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, in 2020, over 4,000 deaths occurred due to large truck crashes. But when do most of these truck accidents occur? The truck and tractor-trailer accident lawyers at Blackburn Romey are here to give you insight into why tractor-trailer accidents are so prevalent in Indiana. When Do Most Large Truck Fatalities Occur? Most weekday large truck fatalities occur on Thursdays, with a total of 6,618 crashes taking place between 2011-2020...
