Indianapolis Truck Accident Blog
The Indiana truck accident attorneys at Keller & Keller LLP have provided this blog in order to keep their readers up to date on all of the most recent personal injury news, accidents, and events taking place around the state. We encourage our clients and those who have recently been involved in an accident to visit regularly and join the discussion.
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How Our Indiana Truck Accident Lawyers Help Families After Semi-Truck CollisionsIf you or a loved one has been injured in a semi-truck accident, our Indiana truck accident lawyers can help protect your family's rights.
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How a Lawyer Can Help Preserve Important Evidence After You Were Seriously Injured in a Truck AccidentIf a negligent trucker or trucking company caused the crash that left you injured, you will need evidence from them to prove liability. That is why your first call after an Indiana truck accident should be to Keller & Keller.
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Causes of Semi-Truck Crashes on Indiana’s Local RoadsThe causes of semi-truck crashes on Indiana roads are the same as they are for regular passenger car drivers. However, the effects of truck accidents are much more catastrophic. Learn about the risk of big rig accidents on city streets and rural roads.
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Difference Between a Lump Sum and Structured Settlement After an Auto AccidentThis article explains the difference between taking your auto accident personal injury award as a lump sum or structured settlement, and which would be more beneficial for you.
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Causes of Indiana Rental Truck Accidents and How To Stay Safe On The RoadsIf the cause of the crash is found to be a fault with the vehicle, the owner of the vehicle could be held liable. If you or a loved one was injured by someone driving a U-Haul or other rental truck in Indiana, you will need an experienced Indiana personal injury team on your side.
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Am I Required to Pay Taxes on an Indiana Personal Injury Settlement?If you receive a settlement from a personal injury or car accident lawsuit in the past year, the good news is that most of the time you do NOT have to pay taxes on that money. This blog details the expectation of the rule regarding your personal injury settlement.
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Online Shopping Has Increased Reckless Delivery Truck DriversYou might be on your way home from an essential job, or just running out to the grocery store when you are blindsided by a careless delivery truck driver. Given the difference in the size between the two vehicles, you are much more likely to be injured than the delivery driver. If the accident was caused by the truck driver’s negligence, you have a right to recover damages from his employer’s insurance company.
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Hours-of-Service Regulations Lifted for Truck Drivers Amidst PandemicThe COVID-19 pandemic is unprecedented and has required changes in many industries. The FMCSA has lifted hours-of-service regulations for truck drivers during the COVID-19 pandemic, but will this lead to fatigued drivers and more accidents?
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Injured in a Semi-Truck Crash in Indiana? A Shortage of Drivers May Be to BlameA national shortage of qualified truck drivers could compromise the safety of all commercial trucks on the road, endangering Indiana motorists as well.
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The Indiana Trucking Industry Is Facing Some Dangerous TrendsIncreased truck traffic and a shortage of drivers are just two of the reasons semis may pose more danger than ever on Indiana’s roads. This blog details the risks of truck accidents and how to properly share the road with Indiana truck drivers.
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Watch Out for Delivery Trucks on Local Indiana RoadsYou could be in a serious commercial truck crash right in your own neighborhood. Delivery truck drivers may be rushed and distracted, endangering residents. If you are hit by a box truck driver in Indianapolis, you may be able to hold the driver and his employer responsible for your damages.
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It Is Illegal Under Federal Law To Text While Driving A Commercial Vehicle in IndianaFederal law prohibits Indiana truck drivers. This article details the restrictions surrounding using hand-held devices for all Indianapolis commercial drivers and how to protect yourself if you've been a semi-truck accident victim.
