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Should you seek medical care after a minor car crash in Indiana?

On Behalf of Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP | May 18, 2026 | Car Accidents

After a fender bender or a minor accident on the road, you might feel completely fine. It is easy to think that such an incident does not warrant a visit to the emergency room. However, in Indiana, neglecting to do so could affect your health and your ability to seek...

Can dashcam footage help your Indiana car accident claim?

On Behalf of Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP | Apr 21, 2026 | Car Accidents

With many vehicles now equipped with dashcams, it may seem logical to think responsibility after a car crash would be easy to sort out. In reality, video footage does not always settle a claim as neatly as drivers expect. What your dashcam records before, during and...

What happens to your car accident claim if the at-fault driver dies in the crash?

On Behalf of Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP | Apr 10, 2026 | Car Accidents

Car accidents are traumatic under any circumstances. But when the driver who caused the crash dies as a result of the same collision, the situation becomes significantly more complicated for surviving victims who are left with serious injuries, mounting medical bills,...

Settling vs. going to trial: Differences in personal injury cases

On Behalf of Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP | Mar 11, 2026 | Car Accidents, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Personal Injury

If you suffer severe injuries after a car crash in Indiana, your personal injury case will end one of two ways: with a negotiated settlement or a jury verdict. These outcomes differ dramatically in how they are reached, how long they take and what you can expect to...

6 Common mistakes than can hurt your car accident case

On Behalf of Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP | Feb 20, 2026 | Car Accidents

In the aftermath of a car accident, your mind may be spinning. You may be startled, disoriented, and injured. Unfortunately, there are certain mistakes people commonly make after an accident that could affect their legal case. Knowing what those mistakes are could...

3 risky driving behaviors that cause accidents in Indiana

On Behalf of Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP | Dec 18, 2025 | Aggressive Driving, Car Accidents

According to the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute (ICJI) annual crash report, there have been 200,176 traffic crashes for the year 2024. As road congestion continues to rise, it is important to become familiar with the common risky driving behaviors that cause the...

Indiana’s 2-year statute of limitations for car accidents: Don’t miss your deadline

On Behalf of Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP | Nov 14, 2025 | Car Accidents, Motor Vehicle Accidents, Truck Accidents

Why the 2-Year Clock Matters in Indiana Indiana Code § 34-11-2-4 gives you exactly two years from the date of your car accident to file a personal injury lawsuit. Miss this deadline and the court will almost certainly dismiss your case, no matter how strong your...

What to do in the first 24 hours after a car crash in Indiana

On Behalf of Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP | Nov 4, 2025 | Car Accidents, Motor Vehicle Accidents

Why the First 24 Hours Matter in Indiana Under Indiana Code § 9-26-1-1.1, you have legal duties after a crash — and one mistake can tank your claim. Insurance companies start building their case within hours. This post walks you through what to do, step-by-step, to...

Can I seek compensation for my car accident?

On Behalf of Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP | Oct 20, 2025 | Car Accidents, Personal Injury

In Indiana, an injured party can seek compensation for their accident by proving fault and filing an insurance claim with the other party involved. Depending on the type of damages that arose from the car crash, your claim can provide financial help for your medical...

How weather conditions impact car accident claims in Indiana

On Behalf of Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP | Sep 18, 2025 | Car Accidents

If you drive in Indiana, you know how quickly the weather can change. One day you are on dry pavement, the next you face heavy rain, icy roads or thick fog. When a crash happens during bad weather, you may wonder how the conditions affect fault and what that means for...

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