In Indiana, you must have a certain amount of car insurance before you hit the road. But auto insurance policies are famous for being difficult to understand. Combine that with the hope that you’ll never have to use it, and it’s no wonder that 96 … [Read more...]
How to Ensure a Safe End of the Summer for Your Teen Driver
There’s still a month left to go of what’s called the 100 Deadliest Days of driving. According to statistics from AAA, injuries and fatalities involving teen drivers historically jump during the 100 days between Memorial Day and Labor Day every … [Read more...]
What If I’m Injured in a BlueIndy Car Accident in Indianapolis?
Since it came to Indianapolis in 2015, BlueIndy has accumulated over 6,000 members, including annual subscribers. Indianapolis drivers are taking to the all-electric fleet to get around the city and find designated parking spots in key locations … [Read more...]
How to Avoid Pedestrian Accidents in Downtown Indianapolis
Downtown Indianapolis has many proudly pedestrian-friendly corridors. The Indianapolis Cultural Trail connects many downtown neighborhoods. Mass Ave, Fountain Square, and Circle Center attract thousands of visitors every day. That’s not to mention … [Read more...]
How to Avoid Bicycle Accidents at Intersections
Downtown Indianapolis is an interconnected grid of alleys, streets, and pedestrian trails. Increasingly, cities and neighborhoods throughout Marion County and surrounding counties are incorporating bike lanes and walking trails along major streets, … [Read more...]
The Police Report of My Car Accident Is Wrong. Can I Get It Changed?
If a person is injured in a car accident or there is greater than $1,000 in property damage, you are legally required to call the police to the accident scene. Why? An officer will arrive, interview drivers, passengers, and eyewitnesses, and will … [Read more...]
How Uber’s New Rule Combats the Epidemic of Drowsy Driving
Whether you’re tired after a long flight, had a little too much to drink at a party, or can’t bear to be off of your phone for the next hour, ridesharing apps like Uber and Lyft can literally be lifesavers. Instead of taking the risk and getting … [Read more...]
What Is a Hit-and-Run Accident?
Car accidents are never trivial. Indiana state law requires every motor vehicle operator involved in a car accident to stop at the scene and locate the affected driver(s) before leaving. Failure to do so results in additional penalties and potential … [Read more...]
Could Lowering the Drunk Driving Threshold Save Lives?
How do you know if someone is too drunk to drive? Typically, we rely on checking a person’s blood alcohol content (BAC) to determine if they’re too impaired to operate a vehicle. In the United States, the legal alcohol limit is 0.08 percent … [Read more...]
The Other Driver Admitted Fault. Should I Still Call the Police?
Many people are unsure whether or not they should call the police after a minor car accident, especially if the other driver admitted fault and apologized. Maybe you feel bad for the driver, or maybe you’re in such a hurry that you don’t want to make … [Read more...]
