Intersection Accident Lawyers  

Car accidents may be inevitable in a state as big as Indiana, which saw 206,923 crashes in 2022 alone,  and some of the most destructive happen at or near intersections, where the majority of T-bone or side impact collisions take place.   Accidents of this nature were responsible for 5,697 vehicle occupant deaths that same year, while non-fatal intersection accidents routinely inflict punishing injuries demanding prolonged treatment that few families could manage without assistance. 

That assistance might be available when you are the innocent victim of an Indiana intersection accident, but success isn’t ever guaranteed, though you can tip the odds in your favor by reaching out to the Indiana car accident lawyers at Hensley Legal Group.  Hensley has been getting justice for hardworking Hoosiers since in 1998, and we would be proud to provide you and your loved ones with top-notch legal service. 

You can schedule a free consultation with an accomplished Indiana intersection accident attorney by calling us at (317) 472-3333, chatting with us online, or filling out our contact form at your earliest convenience. 

How Do Indiana Intersection Accidents Occur? 

Whether through traffic lights, posted signs, or the universally acknowledged rules of the road, it is critical to regulate the flow of cars through intersections so that serious accidents can be prevented.  Unfortunately, these measures fall short far too often, and the consequences can be dire, resulting in about a quarter of traffic casualties and about half of traffic injuries each year, according to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). 

How do Indiana intersection accidents occur?  While every accident is unique, driver error is probably to blame, as it is in approximately 94 percent of all crashes.  Examples of driver misconduct that could lead to an Indiana intersection accident include: 

• Speeding – Drivers who speed have less time to react yet require more time to stop, which could prohibit them from slowing down soon enough for vehicles to cross their paths without incurring harm. 

• Distraction – Second only to speeding as a contributor to car accidents, distraction has been transformed into an epidemic by cellphones, which are associated with 12 percent of domestic collisions. 

• Intoxication – Drunk driving continues to be a significant concern in Indiana, with law enforcement in the state making a DUI arrest every 11.98 hours, and intoxication could make anyone who is behind the wheel much likelier to behave in a reckless fashion at an intersection.  

• Fatigue – Driving while fatigued can be as detrimental as driving while drunk, with researchers finding that going more than 20 hours without sleep can produce a degree of impairment that is equivalent to a blood alcohol concentration of 0.08 percent.  

Various external elements could play a role in an intersection accident too, such as road hazards (oil spills, loose gravel), inclement weather (snow, rain), or mechanical problems (punctured tires, locked brakes).  In some instances, a combination of driver mistakes and environmental factors could bring about intersection accidents, which are usually preceded by one of three actions:  

• Running a red light or stop sign – Drivers must halt altogether at red lights and stop signs, but the FHWA estimates that these devices are ignored every twenty minutes in the United States, which could give rise to a T-bone crash inside of an intersection. 

• Attempting to beat a yellow light – Motorists will frequently accelerate in an attempt to “beat” a yellow light and end up sideswiping or rear-ending vehicles because of it. 

• Not yielding the right of way – Not every intersection is guarded by signals or signs, but drivers still have a duty to yield the right of way to others in accordance with the law or established protocols (e.g. left yielding to right) so that unguarded intersection accidents can be averted. 

These actions are generally signs of negligence, a core component in any viable personal injury claim, but an unscrupulous insurance company may try to argue that you were actually negligent so that it can shield its insured and minimize its financial exposure.  Nevertheless, you can rely on Hensley’s tenacious Indiana intersection accident lawyers to secure the evidence necessary for a rock-solid case. 

What to Do After an Indiana Intersection Accident 

To better protect that case, there are important tasks that should be completed after an Indiana intersection accident.  Specifically, you should remember to: 

• Move to a safe location – Because you could be in danger of further injury if you remain in the street for too long, move yourself and your car to a safe location before doing anything else. 

• Alert the authorities – Dial 911 to alert the authorities about the intersection accident if they have not already arrived and give a thorough reckoning to the responding officer so that the subsequent report will be accurate. 

• Seek medical attention – Even if you aren’t sure that you have been hurt, seek medical attention from either paramedics on site or at the closest hospital, since delays in care could hinder your recovery and cast doubt on the causal relationship between the accident and your injuries. 

• Snap photos and shoot videos – Pictures and video footage of your immediate surroundings could be invaluable in cataloging damages and assessing liability.  

• Write down driver and witness information – Don’t leave the scene without writing down basic identifying information for the other driver and everyone may have witnessed the intersection accident, such as (when appropriate): 

• • Name  

• • Address  

• • Phone number  

• • Email  

• • Insurance policy details 

• • Vehicle year, make, and model  

• • License plate  

• Notify your auto insurance carrier – Promptly notifying your auto insurance carrier could allow you to comply with the terms of your policy and access its benefits, which might include reimbursement for towing, rentals, repairs, and doctor visits. 

• Avoid other insurers – The insurers for the other parties may be similarly eager to talk to you, but it may be wise to avoid them, as anything you say to them could be used against you.  Instead… 

• Speak with an attorney – A seasoned Indiana intersection accident lawyer can answer your questions and educate you about what you can expect if you are contemplating a case. 

How Our Indiana Intersection Accident Attorneys Can Make a Difference 

An intersection accident can change your life in a heartbeat, very quickly overwhelming you with mounting bills while undermining your ability to earn the money to pay them, but the Indiana intersection accident attorneys at Hensley Legal Group can make a difference. 

If you hire Hensley, we will launch a comprehensive investigation into your intersection accident and the defendants who may be culpable for it, then establish valid claims against them all and possibly file a lawsuit as well in a court with the power to issue a binding judgment if warranted. 

Our Indiana intersection accident lawyers will also move swiftly to amass the materials needed to build you case, such as: 

• Police reports 

• Citations and dispositions 

• Eyewitness statements 

• Black box data 

• Phone records 

• Driving histories 

• Maintenance logs 

• Accident reconstruction and forensic analysis 

Once an airtight case has been assembled against every potential defendant, we will enter into tireless negotiations for a settlement that compensates you for the totality of losses, including your: 

• Medical expenses  

• Lost income  

• Pain and suffering   

• Psychological trauma 

• Mobility restrictions 

• Scarring and disfigurement 

• Diminished quality of living  

• Loss of consortium   

• Punitive damages (if applicable)   

And in contrast to many of our competitors, who may seldom venture into a courtroom, we are not afraid to proceed to trial if you we do not receive an offer that is worthy of your claim. 

We understand that you may be reluctant to agree to more expenditures when you can least afford them, but our firm operates on a contingency basis, which means that you won’t owe us anything until our Indiana intersection accident attorneys win your case. 

At Hensley, we take on clients because we believe in them, and we are willing to take on every burden involved in making them whole again. 

Get in Touch with Our Indiana Intersection Accident Lawyers 

Hensley Legal Group has been fighting on behalf of the wrongfully injured for over a quarter century.  If you have been badly hurt in Indiana traffic through no fault of your own, get in touch with our Indiana intersection accident lawyers to learn about your legal options. 

Just call us at (317) 472-3333, chat with us online, or fill out our contact form for a complimentary case review with a dedicated Indiana intersection accident attorney today.