Federal authorities have tracked traffic collisions for decades. Public awareness campaigns, improved road design and better safety features in vehicles have all combined to reduce the level of risk involved in motor vehicle travel. Until 2020, there had been a...
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Most dangerous roads in Indianapolis
On Behalf of Greene & Schultz Trial Lawyers | Nov 30, 2023 | Car Accidents
Indianapolis is a thriving metropolitan region with hundreds of surface streets and multiple busy interstates and freeways. The development of infrastructure has made the modern commute more accessible for individual workers and has helped the greater Indianapolis...
Is there such a thing as car accident PTSD?
On Behalf of Greene & Schultz Trial Lawyers | Oct 11, 2023 | Injuries
Some mental health challenges are congenital, meaning that they relate to a genetic condition that a child inherited from their parents. Many other mental health conditions are acquired health issues. For example, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), which can be a...
How to handle another driver who is experiencing road rage
On Behalf of Greene & Schultz Trial Lawyers | Oct 9, 2023 | Car Accidents
Discussions about road rage often focus on the need for better emotional regulation in traffic. Experts provide an assortment of tips for those who find themselves reacting irrationally to other people's driving behavior. People may have a plan for how to calm down...
What are the most dangerous loads for semi trucks?
On Behalf of Greene & Schultz Trial Lawyers | Jun 22, 2023 | Truck Accidents
Semi-trucks are crucial in the transportation industry, delivering goods across vast distances. But while these trucks are designed to handle substantial cargo, certain loads can pose significant risks and present major challenges for drivers. Understanding the most...
It is the most dangerous time for cyclists in 46 years
On Behalf of Greene & Schultz Trial Lawyers | Jun 21, 2023 | Car Accidents, Injuries
Cycling is a health-conscious hobby. People get on their bikes to get their heart rate up and move their bodies. Cycling is also a very cost-effective transportation choice, as it is far cheaper to pedal oneself to the bookstore than it is to pay for fuel and...
Of Indiana’s 10 deadliest roads, 5 are in the Indianapolis area
On Behalf of Greene & Schultz Trial Lawyers | Apr 11, 2023 | Car Accidents
Car crashes can occur on even the most rural roads and on city streets with very low speed limits that should, in theory, give drivers the time they need to react to changing traffic conditions. People make mistakes all the time, from reading text messages while...
What is comparative negligence and is it the law in Indiana?
On Behalf of Greene & Schultz Trial Lawyers | Apr 7, 2023 | Car Accidents, Injuries
People often treat liability claims as though they are black-and-white scenarios wherein one person is to blame and another is a victim, but situations are rarely that simple. Obviously, there are plenty of scenarios whereby one person does something illegal or...
Can new technology reduce the number of wrong-way driving wrecks?
On Behalf of Greene & Schultz Trial Lawyers | Mar 27, 2023 | Car Accidents
Indiana car crashes occur for all kinds of preventable issues. People text while driving or decide to get behind the wheel despite having too much to drink during happy hour. They speed or don't use their turn signal, all of which can cause preventable collisions....
Are people with sleep apnea allowed to be truck drivers?
On Behalf of Greene & Schultz Trial Lawyers | Feb 24, 2023 | Commercial Vehicle Accidents, Truck Accidents
Certain medical conditions are so dangerous that they make it risky for people to drive. Epilepsy that cannot be managed effectively is a perfect example. Those who might have a seizure at any time typically cannot retain their driving privileges. There are a host of...