Indianapolis Personal Injury Lawyers

Injured in Indianapolis? Our Experienced Indianapolis Personal Injury Attorneys Can Help You Fight for Compensation

As Indiana’s state capital, Indianapolis serves as the crossroads of Indiana and the nation. The city is a vital, vibrant transportation hub, business venue, and cultural center. 

With a population nearing 890,000 as of the 2020 census, Indianapolis is a busy place. Those who fail to take due care can cause serious harm to others. Car accidents, premises liability accidents, dog bites, and other serious injuries can result.

If you’ve been injured in Indianapolis, don’t wait. Talk to an experienced Indianapolis personal injury lawyer. The team at Briskman Briskman & Greenberg puede ayudar. 

Indiana Personal Injury Statistics

Motor vehicle accident deaths reached a historic low in Indiana in 2019. In that year, the motor vehicle accident fatality rate was 12.0 deaths per 100,000 Indiana residents. In 2022, the rate reached 14.1 deaths per 100,000 residents. 

Serious injuries in motor vehicle accidents have also increased. In 2022, 46,526 people suffered non-fatal injuries in car crashes – an increase from the 2021 total of 45,920 injuries. 

Car accidents are a leading cause of serious injuries in Indiana and Indianapolis. Other types of injuries, including accidents on business property and dog bites, cause serious harm as well. These injuries are preventable. 

Mordeduras de perro

Indiana ranked ninth in the US for reclamaciones por mordeduras de perro, according to a 2022 State Farm Insurance report. In 2022, 110 injured people filed dog bite and dog injury-related lawsuits, receiving a total of $7.4 million in compensation, per State Farm. 

Both the number of claims and the total compensation increased in 2022: in 2021, 100 claims paid a total of $5.4 million in damages. 

Dog bites send over 800,000 people to US emergency rooms each year, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). While dog bites are rarely fatal, these injuries can cause permanent scarring, pain, mobility issues, and other problems. 

Children are more likely than adults to suffer dog bite injuries. They are also more likely to be bitten on the face, head, or neck – areas where permanent damage or lifelong scarring are common. 

Accidentes de tráfico

According to the Indiana University Public Policy Institute, 964 people died in Indiana traffic deaths in 2022. This number represents an increase from 2021’s total of 900 traffic deaths. Another 46,526 people suffered injuries, many of them serious. 

Indiana University research has identified several common causes of serious injury in Indiana truck and car crashes, including:

Drunk driving. Drunk driving remains a common cause of death and serious injury in Indiana roadway crashes. In 2022, 72 people died in accidents involving an alcohol-impaired driver. Ten percent of motorists involved in fatal car accidents were impaired by alcohol at the time of the crash. 

Speeding. “Speeding” includes both exceeding a posted speed limit and driving too fast for conditions. In 2022, 18,098 Indiana car accidents involved a speeding driver – an increase from 17,475 speeding-related accidents in 2021. 

In 2022, fatal crashes involving speeding drivers reached a five-year high. A total of 253 deaths resulted from speeding in 2022, up from 228 in 2021. 

Speeding is often fatal. While a speeding driver was involved in only 9 percent of all accidents, speeding was a factor in 28 percent of all fatal accidents. 

Bicyclist and Pedestrian Injuries

Fewer than one percent of all people involved in Indiana traffic crashes are pedestrians or bicyclists. However, pedestrians and bicyclists suffer injuries and death at far higher rates than their presence on the road suggests. 

In 2022, fourteen percent of those killed on Indiana roads were bicyclists and pedestrians. The percentage of pedestrians killed in road crashes in Indiana decreased slightly in 2022, dropping to 6.5 percent from 2021’s number of 7.6 percent. However, the percentage of bicyclists killed in crashes more than doubled, jumping from 1.5 percent in 2021 to 3.4 percent in 2022. 

Slip and Fall and Premises Liability Injuries

Indiana businesses have a duty to keep their premises reasonably safe for visitors. If a business cannot immediately fix a dangerous condition, it must warn visitors about the risk. When a business fails to meet its duty to fix a dangerous condition or to warn visitors, the business may be liable for injuries a visitor suffers as a result. 

Slips, trips, and falls are common accidents caused by a business’s failure to use due care to protect its visitors. Unintentional falls are the most common cause of death and serious injury in Indiana for older adults. They are also a common cause of death and serious injury for younger adults and children. 

Visitors to a business or home can also be injured by broken furniture or fixtures, poor lighting that hides problems, and other issues. Seeking compensation after an injury can help you meet your needs as you recover. 

Common Injuries Suffered in Indianapolis Accidents

A wide range of accidents can result in a wide range of injuries. Nearly any body part can be damaged in a serious accident. Many people injured in catastrophic vehicle, workplace, or other accidents suffer multiple injury types. 

Common injuries in Indianapolis accidents include:

• Head, neck, and back injuries, including brain and spinal cord trauma, broken skulls or vertebrae, nerve damage, muscle strain, and herniated or bulging spinal discs.
• Broken bones, which may require surgery to implant rods, screws, or pins to fix.
• Internal organ damage and internal bleeding,
• Damage to muscles, nerves, skin, and connective tissues, 
• Amputation, scarring, and disfigurement. 

If you’ve been injured, the immediate damage may heal, but your life may never be the same. An experienced Indianapolis personal injury lawyer can help you get the compensation you need.

Injured in Indianapolis? Here’s How A Personal Injury Lawyer Can Help

Indiana Personal Injury Lawsuit Basics

Every personal injury case in Indiana follows specific court rules. How these rules apply to your case often depends on the facts in your case. Speak to an attorney to understand how these rules apply and what you can do to protect your legal rights. 

Time Limits in Indianapolis Personal Injury Claims

Indiana’s statute of limitations sets a two-year time limit on filing personal injury claims. Your case must be filed within two years of the date of injury, typically.

Some exceptions apply to this two-year limit. These exceptions are narrow, however, and they don’t apply in all cases. Talk to an attorney as soon as possible to protect your ability to file your case within the time limit.

Compensation in Indianapolis Personal Injury Cases

A personal injury case seeks compensation from a negligent party. This compensation addresses your losses from the accident and injury. 

Compensation is often divided into “economic” and “non-economic” damages. “Economic” damages are financial. Common types of economic losses in a personal injury case include:

• Medical bills, 
• Salarios perdidos,
• Future medical bills and lost wages, if you’ll need ongoing medical care or your injuries prevent you from returning to your previous job,
• Payment to repair or replace damaged property, 
• Any other financial losses related to the accident.

“Non-economic” damages aren’t financial. They address other types of losses resulting from a personal injury claim. Common non-economic damages include compensation for conscious pain and suffering, the loss of enjoyment of life, and mental or emotional anguish resulting from permanent scarring or disfigurement. 

The impact of the accident on your life is personal to you – and so is the compensation you can recover. Talk to a dedicated Indianapolis personal injury attorney today to learn more. 

Three Things to Look for in an Indianapolis Personal Injury Lawyer

If this is the first time you’ve faced a personal injury claim, you may wonder how to choose an attorney. Even if you’ve dealt with the courts before, you may be new to personal injury law. 

Start by looking for attorneys who handle personal injury claims in Indianapolis. Read websites, check reviews and testimonials, and speak to friends and family for recommendations. As you do, look for these three factors:

• Experience. Choose an attorney with experience handling the type of personal injury case you’ve suffered. For example, if you were bitten by a dog while visiting a pet store, look for an attorney who has handled pet store dog bite claims before.
• Success. As you look at a lawyer’s experience, learn about their success rate. Has the attorney successfully recovered compensation for their clients? Are past clients happy with the results the attorney achieved? 
• Communication. You’ll need to work closely with your attorney throughout your case. As a result, it’s important to choose an attorney who communicates with you. Look for a lawyer who answers questions in a way you understand and who keeps you updated on your case. 

Many personal injury lawyers offer no-cost consultations. Use a consultation to ask questions and learn more about how a particular attorney communicates and works with you. 

Let Our Dedicated Indianapolis Personal Injury Attorneys at Briskman Briskman & Greenberg Fight For You

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