Do adverse weather conditions affect semi-truck drivers? Poor weather conditions adversely affect everyone on Indiana roads, including semi-truck drivers. Commercial truck drivers must use extreme caution and reduce speed when driving in adverse conditions. Semi-trucks pose a signification danger if the drivers lose control on slick roads. A massive vehicle sliding out…
Indiana law prohibits a motorist from leaving the scene of an auto accident, even if no one involved in the collision was injured. Drivers must stop at the scene and exchange vehicle registration and license information with other drivers. Additional legal obligations apply if an accident results in injuries or…
After suffering a debilitating personal injury in an accident, a disabled individual may rely on government assistance programs like Medicaid or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). The money from a personal injury lawsuit settlement or a jury award could adversely affect the eligibility for such government assistance programs if the money…
Facts: The wreck occurred on a snowy day in Indiana on westbound I70. The snow had progressively gotten worse throughout the day. The roads were covered with snow and ice. Our client, a single mother, was driving home and was on I70 westbound between Plainfield and Terre Haute, Indiana. In…
In Indiana, semis and large trucks weighing over 26000 lbs must drive at a lower speed than cars on rural interstates and highways. Typically, these vehicles have to drive 65 mph while all vehicles under that weight can drive 70 mph. According to IBJ, quoting the Insurance Institute for Highway…
If you suffered an injury in a semi-truck accident, you might wonder how much you could recover through a settlement. The accurate answer is it depends on many factors, including the severity of your injuries and the insurance policies available to provide compensation. The Indianapolis attorneys at Craig, Kelley &…
An oversized truckload exceeds the dimensional and weight limits imposed by state and federal law. Trucking companies may carry such oversized cargo, but only if they obtain the proper permitting and take necessary precautions. When trucking companies fail to take adequate precautions when hauling oversized loads, they put innocent people…
Under Indiana law, all drivers and passengers over the age of 16 are required to wear seatbelts while vehicles are in motion. The failure to wear a seatbelt is a moving violation and could result in a traffic stop and fines, which start at $25 for first-time offenders. All passengers…
Have you been involved in a crash with a fire truck? If so, you may be entitled to seek compensation for the harm and losses you have suffered. A truck accident attorney with Craig, Kelley & Faultless LLC can help you evaluate your legal options. For more than two decades,…
After a serious accident, it’s a mistake to assume that the police have conducted a complete investigation and identified all the contributing factors to the crash. Some police investigations are better than others. The reality is that many police departments have limited manpower, resources, and equipment. Commercial truck accidents have…