Indiana Reckless or Aggressive Driving Accident Lawyers

Car accidents are among the biggest sources of accidental injury in Indiana, where 46,526 motorists were hurt in 2022 alone, as they frequently are when drivers behave in a “reckless” or “aggressive” manner. By ignoring traffic laws and the dictates of common sense, these selfish individuals put everyone around them in jeopardy, often subjecting them to grievous bodily harm requiring prolonged treatment at a price that very few could afford without assistance.

Fortunately, that assistance could be yours if you have been seriously injured by a reckless or aggressive driver in Indiana. Moreover, you could increase your chances of success by partnering with the car accident lawyers at Hensley Legal Group, PC, a dedicated Indiana personal injury law firm whose experienced attorneys have been fighting on behalf of the wrongfully injured since 1998.

You can schedule a free consultation with a skilled Indiana reckless or aggressive driving accident lawyer by calling us at (317) 472-3333, chatting with us online, or filling out our contact form today.

What Is Reckless Driving?

While no two car accidents are exactly the same, they generally tend to be the result of some kind of driver error, to which the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration attributes 94 percent of the “critical reasons” for domestic collisions. Nevertheless, simply getting into a car accident does not necessarily make a driver “reckless,” a term that §9-21-8-52 of the Indiana Code uses to describe “a person who operates a vehicle and who:

• drives at such an unreasonably high rate of speed or at such an unreasonably low rate of speed under the circumstances as to:
• endanger the safety or the property of others; or
• block the proper flow of traffic.”

A wide array of negligent actions behind the wheel could be classified as reckless, and they typically demonstrate aggression on the part of the drivers and an obliviousness to or even active hostility towards others, like:

• Traveling much too fast or too slow for the posted limit and/or road conditions
• Passing/overtaking from the rear while on a slope or a curve where vision may be obstructed for a distance of less than 500 feet ahead
• Weaving in and out of lanes of traffic
• Accelerating or refusing to give ample space to passing/overtaking vehicles
• Disregarding traffic signs and signals
• Passing school buses stopped with their arm signal devices extended
• Driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs

Depending upon the facts of the accident, a reckless driver could be cited with a Class C misdemeanor on the low end, a Class B misdemeanor when property is damaged, or a Class A misdemeanor or felony when injuries are inflicted. Motorists who are particularly irresponsible could also incur thousands of dollars in fines, lose their licenses temporarily or permanently, and potentially face imprisonment in the most extreme instances.

But whether or not the driver who injured you is ultimately charged or convicted, you deserve full and fair compensation for your losses, and you are much likelier to obtain it with Hensley’s seasoned Indiana reckless or aggressive driving accident attorneys handling your case.

Steps to Take After a Reckless or Aggressive Driving Accident

To better protect that case, there are a number of steps that you should remember to take after a reckless or aggressive driving accident in Indiana, including the following:

• Move to a safe place – Because you could be at risk of additional injury if you remain in the street for too long, move yourself and your vehicle to a safe place before you attempt to do anything else.
• Alert the authorities – Pull out you phone and dial 911 to alert the authorities if police and emergency personnel do not arrive at the crash site on their own, and be sure to provide the responding officer with a comprehensive account of what occurred so that an accurate report will be produced.
• Seek medical attention – As soon as you are able, seek medical attention, ideally from paramedics on the scene or at the closest emergency room, since delays in care could impede your recovery and cast doubt on the extent and relevance of your injuries.
• Snap pictures and shoot videos – Contemporary visual documentation could be invaluable when it comes to cataloging your damages and assigning blame, so snap pictures and shoot videos of your surroundings with your phone if you can.
• Exchange information – Before you depart, exchange essential information with the driver who hit you and anyone present who may have witnessed what happened, like:
  • Name
  • Address
  • Phone number
  • Email
  • Vehicle year, make, and model
  • License plate
  • Insurance company and policy number
• Notify your auto insurer – Promptly notifying your auto insurer about a reckless or aggressive driving accident could keep you in compliance with the terms of your policy and allow you to take advantage of such benefits as reimbursement for doctor visits, towing, rentals, and repairs.
• Stay away from other insurers – The insurers for the other parties may be similarly eager to get in touch with you, but anything you say to them could be twisted around to undermine your case. As such, it may be wise to stay away from them for the time being, at least until you can…
• Speak to a lawyer – A knowledgeable legal practitioner can answer your questions, educate you about your rights under the law, and formulate a rock-solid plan for your personal injury case.

What an Indiana Reckless or Aggressive Driving Accident Attorney Can Do for You

Car accidents are rarely more galling than when they are caused by thoughtless drivers who prioritize their own gratification over others’ well-being, but you can rely on the Indiana reckless or aggressive driving accident attorneys at Hensley Legal Group to hold them accountable.

If you hire Hensley, we will thoroughly investigate your car accident, identify the defendants who contributed to it, and establish valid claims against them within the time allotted by law. Should the situation warrant it, a lawsuit could be filed as well in a court with the power to issue a binding judgment.

Next, we will amass the materials needed to back up any allegations that you make, such as:

• Police reports
• Citations and dispositions
• Black box data
• Phone records
• Driving histories
• Witness statements
• Forensic analysis and accident reconstruction

If proof of misconduct by the defendants exists, our tenacious Indiana reckless or aggressive driving accident lawyers will search tirelessly until they find it.

Get Top Dollar for Your Accident

After putting together the strongest case possible against each of the defendants, we will enter into negotiations with their insurance carriers in order to get you compensated for everything you have lost, including your:

• Medical expenses
• Wage loss
• Pain and suffering
• Mental and emotional trauma
• Mobility restrictions
• Scarring and disfigurement
• Reduced quality of living
• Loss of consortium (if applicable)

And if an offer is not put forth that reflects what your case is really worth, we are not afraid to go to trial for a verdict that does, in stark contrast to some of our competitors, who seldom, if ever, see the inside of a courtroom and therefore leave money on the table that belongs to their clients.

Every Indiana reckless or aggressive driving accident may be unique, but Hensley will always strive to get you top dollar for yours.

You Won’t Have to Pay Us Unless We Win Your Case

We imagine that spending more money may be last thing you want to do after spending so much already. However, you may be pleased to learn that our firm operates on a contingency basis, which means that you won’t have to pay us anything unless our Indiana reckless or aggressive driving 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.

Reach Out to Our Indiana Reckless or Aggressive Driving Accident Lawyers

Hensley Legal Group has been standing up for hardworking Hoosiers like you for over a quarter century. If you are struggling to get back to normal after being badly injured in Indiana traffic by the callous indifference of another driver, reach out to our Indiana reckless or aggressive driving accident lawyers to discover the legal remedies that may be available to you.

Just call us at (317) 472-3333, chat with us online, or fill out our contact form for a complimentary case review with an accomplished Indiana reckless or aggressive driving accident attorney now.