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Types Of Car Accidents In Indianapolis

Last updated on February 4, 2025

Car accidents can happen at any time and in many different ways. They may result from speeding or reckless driving, and they may occur in gridlock traffic. They can happen in small parking lots or involve single-vehicle collisions. No matter what type of car accident a driver is involved in, the intensity of impact and the victims involved will significantly influence the accident’s severity.

If you were injured or lost a loved one in a car accident, our Indiana personal injury lawyers can help you. The attorneys at Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP, dedicate themselves to protecting your rights and maximizing your chances of receiving the best possible compensation. We have represented injured victims of negligence in state and local courts since 1899!

Common Examples Seen Every Day

Car accidents can occur when a driver is negligent or reckless, such as distracted driving or texting and driving. In other cases, car accidents involve bad weather, which is a frequent cause of single-vehicle collisions. Common types of accidents include the following:

Head-on collisions: Head-on collisions involve one vehicle colliding with another object or vehicle. Some head-on collisions can result from chain collisions, while others can result from losing control of the vehicle due to slippery road conditions. Though bumpers are designed to absorb most of the impact, some severe impacts can cause irreversible damage. In some accidents, head-on collisions can produce even more damage, such as driver or passenger ejection, explosion or toxic leaks.

Side-impact collisions: Side-impact collisions, also known as “T-bone” accidents, occur when a driver impacts the side of another vehicle or object. Vehicle damage can be incredibly severe and can typically involve more victims. While bumpers help protect passengers in front or rear collisions, a vehicle’s sides usually do not have the same protective reinforcement. Passengers, such as small children, are at a greater likelihood of suffering serious injuries or death.

Vehicle rollover: Vehicle rollovers can be catastrophic. They are especially common in SUVs and trucking accidents. These types of accidents are typically the result of losing control of a vehicle or reckless driving. Unfortunately, when a semi-truck rolls over, the combination of large size, heavy cargo and high speeds can cause total property loss, severe injury or fatality.

Indianapolis Car Accident Attorney Can Help You Recover Damages

With over 75 years of combined legal experience, our personal injury lawyers work diligently to find all liable parties in your car accident. If someone else’s negligence caused your injuries, you shouldn’t have to endure the expense, pain, suffering and loss of income they caused. Let us apply our extensive knowledge and first-hand courtroom experience to your case!

As one of Indiana’s oldest and most distinguished law firms, we are a trusted source of legal knowledge for personal injury and car accident claims. As proof of our commitment to victims’ rights, we have obtained million-dollar settlements for past clients involved in car accidents in Indianapolis and Lebanon.

Contact Parr Richey Frandsen Patterson Kruse LLP by phone at 317-505-1342 or online to schedule a free case evaluation.

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