Is Your Child’s School Bus Safe? Find Out Now! | Indianapolis Injury Attorneys

We’re no strangers to the harm that can come from serious safety issues on school buses. We’ve long been advocating for greater safety standards that would keep our children safe as they head off to and return from school. Well, WTHR Channel 13 has done their own investigation into the dangers on school buses and what they found is quite shocking.

Bus accident  injures several students.

They found that thousands of school buses in Indiana are on the road with serious safety violations. They conducted a three-month investigation which found that more and more school buses are being cited for serious safety issues. These problems include ‘dangerous brakes, bad tires, exhaust leaks that could make kids sick and oil and fluid leaks that can cause a bus engine to catch on fire.’ They even found that 2,000 Indiana school buses had already been pulled off the road in the past year for safety violations.

Channel 13 put together a pretty amazing resource where you can check the track record of the school buses used in the districts where your children attend. This link will take you to the map. There you can click on your county and narrow it down further to each school district. Then you can find out the total number of buses in that district, the percentage of those buses that are approved, the percentage that have been ordered to be repaired, and the percentage that are out of order completely.

The resource goes even further and you can click on individual buses. Doing so will bring up a detailed report on the status of that particular bus and if any repairs have been ordered. It will also tell you the nature of those repairs. Now every parent can educate themselves of any issues the bus that transports their children may have. The work Channel 13 did is certainly commendable, and will hopefully shed light on any problems that could put our precious children in danger.

Injury Attorneys in Indianapolis

Accidents will happen. But when you or your child is injured, you might not know where to turn. The Ken Nunn Law Office is here to help. They’ll help you navigate the aftermath of an Indianapolis injury accident and will fight to get you the money you deserve.

But don’t wait. The sooner you contact the Ken Nunn Law Office the sooner we can go to work for you. Contact us today for a free review of your case.

Source. WTHR.com, ‘http://www.wthr.com/story/22238574/13-investigates-uncovers-school-bus-safety-records,’ Bob Segall, May 13, 2013.

If Trucking Companies Could Save Lives, Why Wouldn’t They? | Truck Accident Lawyers Indianapolis

If there was a way to make big trucks safer, a way to save lives during an accident, wouldn’t you expect trucking companies to jump at the chance? It seems like common sense but making changes to the trucking industry is never simple. The Truck Safety Coalition along with surviving families of truck accident victims are meeting with members of Congress in an attempt to draft legislation that could certainly save lives, but it won’t be easy.

They believe that the underride guards, or the metal bumpers found on the back of most big trucks, should be strengthened. The guards are there to keep cars from sliding under the rig in the event of an accident, but the Truck Safety Coalition is claiming that the guards fail even at low speeds. They also believe big trucks should be required to have these underride guards on the sides of their trailers as well.

Indiana truck accident lawyers detail an 18 wheeler accident north of Indianapolis.

According to them, hundreds of people lose their lives each year because of a lack of side guards or rear guards that fail. That’s hundreds of deaths that might have been prevented if these guards were in place. So if the trucking companies know that installing these guards could save lives, they would do it right?

Well, the American Trucking Association is taking the stance that most accidents are the fault of the drivers in passenger cars and that educating motorists on how to better drive around commercial trucks is the best way to prevent these horrific deaths. They’ve stated, “We believe the best way to reduce these crashes is through continuing education about how to safely share the road with large trucks and by more vigilant enforcement of traffic laws on our highways.” They continued “… “we believe the best underride guard is the one that’s never put to the test on the highways.”

A statement by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety may have summed up the American Trucking Association’s response best. “Almost all crashes involve a driver making a mistake, but their mistake shouldn’t be a death sentence.”

Indianapolis Truck Accident Lawyers

Trucking companies don’t have your best interest in mind. That’s why if you’re involved in a truck accident in Indianapolis you should put the Ken Nunn Law Office on your side. Ken Nunn and his team have the experience and resources to fight back against trucking companies and their insurance to get you the money you deserve.

Don’t wait. Contact the Ken Nunn Law Office right now for a free review of your Indianapolis truck accident claim.

Source. TheIndyChannel.com, ‘http://www.theindychannel.com/news/call-6-investigators/truck-safety-coalition-tackles-underride-issue-on-capitol-hill,’ Kara Kenney, May 09, 2013.

An Offer of ‘Mercy’ Shows the Humanity a Hit-and-Run Driver Ignored | Indianapolis Wrongful Death Attorneys

A deadly hit-and-run is one of the most troubling accidents a family will ever have to face. Not only are they dealing with the tragic loss of someone they love, but they don’t even know the identity of the person that has turned their life upside-down. What would you do if you had a loved one killed in a hit-and-run? What thoughts would go through your head? If you were angry, enraged, desperate to see the person that killed your loved one brought to justice, you’d have every right.

But an Indianapolis family that lost a loved in a horrific hit-and-run is taking a different approach. They are offering to ‘have mercy’ if the driver will come forward. They simply want closure to this nightmare situation. Their family member was riding his bike along North Emerson Avenue when he was struck from behind by an SUV. The bicyclist was left on the road while the vehicle sped off. He would later pass away from his injuries after police found him and rushed him to the hospital.

The man’s surviving family has taken a remarkable stance. They aren’t seeking revenge or retribution, but no one would blame them if they were. Instead, they’re actually praying for the hit-and-run driver. “We’re hoping that they know that they are in our prayers and we have mercy on them.” Hopefully their gracious gesture will spur the guilty party to come forward because at the very least the family deserves the chance to confront the person that changed their lives forever.

Indianapolis Wrongful Death Lawyers

Accidents come in many forms, but so does justice. Losing a loved in an accident isn’t just an overwhelming emotional burden; it can be overwhelming financially as well. A surviving family can be left struggling to find ways to pay for the deceased’s medical bills and funeral costs. They may also find it more difficult to make ends meet now that they’ll no longer be receiving financial support from the family member that was killed.

A successful wrongful death claim may be able to help your family through this incredibly troubling time, and the Ken Nunn Law Office wants to help. We don’t want your family to have to struggle financially after suffering such a tragic loss. Let us fight to get your family the compensation you deserve.

We can get started on your Indianapolis wrongful death claim right away with a free case review. So contact us today.

Source. IndyStar.com, ‘http://www.indystar.com/article/20130505/NEWS02/305050028/1001/NEWS,’ May 05, 2013.
Source. WTHR.com, ‘http://www.wthr.com/story/22163484/police-search-for-suv-involved-in-hit-run-pedestrian-serious,’ May 05, 2013.

Bicycles Have Their Perks, But They Have Their Dangers As Well | Accident Attorneys Indianapolis

Warmer weather is finally here. That’s means a lot of Hoosiers are leaving their cars in the driveway, dusting off their bicycles, and hitting the streets. Not only are they saving on gas, but they’re keeping fit and soaking up the nice weather as well. But there are dangers that can’t be overlooked, because when cars and bikes share the roads accidents do still happen.

The sheer size difference between a bike and a car means that accidents between the two don’t usually end well for the bicyclists. And there’s reason to be even more concerned as a cyclist in our state. According to the League of American Bicyclists, Indiana is one of the ‘least bicycle-friendly states’ in the entire country.

That’s an image problem that we can hopefully turn around with more bike paths and lanes. But that change in infrastructure takes time to implement. What can we do to stay safe in the meantime?

As a cyclist, one way to stay safe is by always wearing a helmet. A traumatic brain injury is one of the leading causes of death after a serious bike accident, and proper head protection can reduce your chance of severe injury greatly. Visibility is also incredibly important. If possible ride with other cyclists as motorists are much more likely to see a group than a single rider.

But motorists and bicyclists both share in the responsibility. It’s all about awareness. It’s all about taking the time to stay alert and taking a personal stake in keeping everyone on our roads safe.

Indianapolis Accident Attorneys

No matter what you ride or drive, we want you to reach your destination safely. But unfortunately, sometimes the worst happens, and you find yourself in a serious accident. If you’re injured in that accident you could be left buried under a mountain of medical bills.

But there’s something you can do if you are injured by someone else’s negligence – Contact the Ken Nunn Law Office. We’ve been serving the people of Indiana for 45 years. We know the devastation that can follow an injury accident and that’s why we offer free case reviews to victims of negligence. When you’re hurt we can help, so contact us today and let us get started on your Indianapolis injury accident claim right away.

Source. WISHtv.com, ‘http://www.wishtv.com/dpp/news/indiana/mixing-bikes-and-cars-can-be-dangerous,’ May 05, 2013.

The Devastating Effects of Big Trucks Accidents Can’t be Overlooked | Indianapolis Truck Accident Lawyers

We were reminded of the unfortunate consequences that come from big truck accidents earlier in the week. A woman lost control of her minivan and crossed the center line along S.R. 1in Dearborn County. To make matters worse, she ended up directly in the path of an approaching semi-truck.

The two vehicles collided head-on and forced both off the road. We’ve previously discussed the destructive power of large commercial trucks, but it’s something that can’t be overstated. When they are involved in an accident with passenger cars the outcome for those in the smaller vehicles is often grim. Sadly, this wreck was no exception and the driver of the minivan lost her life in the accident.

A woman lost her life after a run-in with a semi in Indiana.The woman had a passenger in her van as well – a 5-year-old boy. Miraculously, the young boy survived the devastating accident, but he did suffer serious injuries and had to be rushed to a nearby hospital where we hope he has a full and quick recovery.

Sometimes the events surrounding an accident are unknown. We don’t know what caused the minivan to cross the center line. We don’t know the reason; we only know the result, and it’s a result that happens far too often after big truck accidents in Indiana.

Big Truck Accident Lawyers in Indianapolis

If you live in the Indianapolis area, chances are you have either been involved in or have witnessed a big truck accident. When you’re involved in one, you may be suffering physically, emotionally, even financially. Let the Ken Nunn Law Office help.

The Ken Nunn Law Office is experienced in handling Indianapolis truck accident claims and will review your case for free. So contact us today and tell us your story.

Source. TheIndyChannel, ‘http://www.theindychannel.com/news/local-news/fishers-woman-killed-child-injured-in-head-on-crash-with-tractor-trailer,’ April 30, 2013.

Hit-and-Run: A Cowardly Act That Devastates All Sides | Indianapolis Auto Accident Lawyers

A Seymour, IN man was killed in a hit-and-run accident over the weekend by a car driven by an Elizabethtown, Indiana man. The accident occurred at just before 2am early Sunday morning, and it happened right outside a bar in Columbus, Indiana.

Hit-and-run accidents leave Indiana families devastated. Fortunately there were witnesses to this cowardly act, and the accused driver of the runaway car was apprehended a short time later at a private residence. In addition to being charged with a homicide violation and leaving the scene of an accident, the driver was also cited for marijuana possession.

Though all the facts are not in, we are certain that the families of both men involved in this Indiana car accident have been affected forever. The family of the driver of the car must try and understand the set of circumstances that led to their loved one making a series of fateful choices, while the family of the deceased is surely trying to wrap their heads around the sudden and irreversible news that was delivered to them over the weekend.

The losses that are experienced after fatal car accidents are unfortunately more than just the loss of a loved one. This is one reason why insurance companies will look to settle with affected families as quickly as possible. By settling quickly, families can agree to a settlement without fully factoring in the long term losses and the ways in which Indiana state law is designed to protect them. In Indiana, victims and their families are entitled to compensation for their losses that include lifetime income loss, pain and suffering, medical bills, and funeral costs.

Auto Accident Lawyers in Indianapolis

By working with an Indianapolis personal injury lawyer, individuals and families are positioning themselves in a protective stance and are saying to the insurance companies, “we are serious.” The insurance companies are definitely going to be serious with you, so you should be serious with them. However, during times of trauma and loss it can be difficult to know what steps to take. That is why we recommend that all victims of auto accidents in Indiana work with a personal injury lawyer especially if they’ve been injured.

The Indianapolis injury attorneys at the Ken Nunn Law Office are ready to assist and help you navigate the terrible aftermath that follows serious car accidents. If you or a loved one has been in a car accident in Indianapolis, please contact us today for a free case review.

Source. WTHR.com, ‘http://www.wthr.com/story/22100567/elizabethtown-man-charged-in-fatal-hit-run-accident,’ April 28, 2013.

Sometime Those That Are Meant to Help Hurt Us The Most | Indianapolis Wrongful Death Lawyers

Four Kokomo doctors have been charged in the deaths of at least 27 of their patients. There is a real loss for words when it’s considered the depth and scope of this tragedy. Doctors are supposed to help us get better; we are almost programmed to trust them. Of course, we realize that all people can make mistakes, but 27 mistakes that lead to death – that is something else. This unfortunate Indiana medical malpractice situation has many of the hallmarks of ‘wrongful death’.

It appears that prescriptions for narcotic drugs were being over-prescribed at the Wagoner Medical Center in Kokomo, Indiana and many of the deaths were related to narcotic drug overdoses. It is hard to even imagine the amount of suffering caused to 27 families by the loss of their loved ones, the realization that it probably could have been prevented, and the difficulty of potential criminal and civil trials.

Four doctors charged for malpractice in wrongful death of Indiana patients.A wrongful death in Indiana is generally considered when the death occurs due to someone’s negligent act or their omission of a generally accepted act. These doctors in Kokomo, Indiana are also being investigated for ‘dealing in controlled substances,’ which means that the authorities have real evidence of negligence. Who else, besides a doctor, truly knows and understands the medical issues surrounding addictions and the abuse of potent pain killing narcotics.

The wrongs that appear to have been committed by these doctors are mind-boggling. This is why we believe if you or a loved one has been treated poorly or unfairly by a medical professional, or worse, had a loved one pass away in a negligent circumstance, you should contact a qualified and experienced injury attorney to explore the details of your case. Without victims asking questions, many perpetrators get away with their negligent acts.

Wrongful Death Lawyers Indianapolis

If you are located in Indiana and believe you have lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence, please contact the wrongful death attorneys at the Ken Nunn Law Office. We offer free case reviews to the surviving families of wrongful death victims, so contact us right away.

Source. WTHR.com, ‘http://www.wthr.com/story/22060221/families-of-deceased-patients-blame-terrible-care-at-kokomo-clinic,’ Richard Essex, April 23, 2013.

You Never Know What People Are Going to Do Next | Indianapolis Accident Attorneys

Just last week we found out that a jury had returned a guilty verdict in a Fort Wayne, Indiana case in which a young woman was convicted of battery with a deadly weapon, criminal recklessness, and failure to stop at the scene of an accident resulting in injury. What makes this so much worse is that it appears to have been an intentional assault.

It seems the young woman ‘ran down’ her ex-boyfriend intentionally, following an argument the two were having. Many of us have probably had arguments with loved-ones, friends, and family…but to get into a car and try to hurt them is unfathomable.

A Fort Wayne woman was convicted of running down her boyfriend and causing serious injury.The young man involved in this Fort Wayne car accident ended up with a compound fracture in his leg among other injuries. Fortunately, he wasn’t killed which would have made an ‘assault with a deadly weapon charge’ into a murder charge.

We were struck that the young man testified that he still had feelings for his assailant, even though their volatile relationship led to her assaulting him. It’s not uncommon to see injured people in Indiana who are reluctant to seek criminal charges or financial compensation because of an emotional attachment.

Our lives are meant to be lived as safely as possible, but sometimes the actions of another person infringe upon that desire and right. If that happens we become participants in a system that is meant to ensure we recover as quickly as possible. In the medical sense most of us will go to the doctor or hospital, but in the personal sense, it is not uncommon for injured parties to seek injury attorneys to recoup medical expenses, lost wages, lost investments (i.e.: a hurt college student who does not finish a paid for semester), and to have their pain and suffering considered.

Indianapolis Accident Lawyers

In Indiana, you have the right to have the entire circumstances surrounding your injury evaluated. At the Ken Nunn Law Office we recognize that for some people contacting an Indianapolis injury lawyer may be a hard decision, but we believe that it’s an important one as well.

If you or a loved one has been hurt by someone else’s actions please contact the Ken Nunn Law Office today. We here to help you better understand your options and legal rights and provide free case reviews to people all across the state of Indiana.

Source. WANE.com, ‘http://www.wane.com/dpp/news/crime/guilty-verdict-in-battery-with-car-case,’ April 18, 2013.

Blue Lights Mean Slow Down to Protect Our Police | Indianapolis Personal Injury Lawyers

Police officers do everything they can to be seen when making a traffic stop or responding to the scene of an accident. If you’re paying even the slightest amount of attention, you should be able to see the flashing blue lights from a distance and slow down appropriately. But when you’re impaired, when you’ve decided to drink and drive, bright blue lights might not even be enough to stop an accident.

Early Monday an Indianapolis Metro Police Department (IMPD) officer was responding to the scene of an accident. He turned on his flashing lights and blocked traffic while crews cleaned up the aftermath of the wreck. He didn’t know he was about to be involved in his own serious accident.

A police officer was injured when a drunk driver hit his patrol car.A drunk driver barreled into the back of his squad car. Drinking and driving was only his first poor decision that evening as the driver attempted to flee the scene. He pulled a U-turn and took off. Another officer at the scene started a pursuit, but it didn’t last long. The driver lost control of his car and smashed into the center median. He was quickly arrested, going from smashing into the back of a police car to riding in the back of one.

The man’s blood alcohol content was found to be .15%, nearly twice the legal limit. He’s facing charges of ‘driving under the influence of alcohol, driving on a suspended license and resisting law enforcement.’ The IMPD officer that was hit suffered non-life threatening injuries and was taken to the hospital complaining of pain to his neck and back.

Personal Injury Lawyers in Indianapolis

When you’re hurt by the negligence of another person, you have the right to seek compensation for your injuries. But every accident is different and the legal system can be confusing. Experienced Indianapolis personal injury attorneys, like those here at the Ken Nunn Law Office, have the knowledge and resources to fight the big insurance companies and get you the money you deserve.

Let Ken Nunn take on your case. Whether you were hurt in a car or truck accident, by medical malpractice, or had a loved one killed by negligence, we can help. Contact us today and let us get started with a free case review.

Source. The Indy Channel, ‘http://www.theindychannel.com/news/local-news/indianapolis-metro-police-department-officer-injured-in-rear-end-crash,’ April 15, 2013.
Source. WISHtv.com, ‘http://www.wishtv.com/dpp/news/crime/impd-officer-injured-in-crash-1-arrested,’ April 15, 2013.

Drunk Drivers Can Take Loved One’s Lives But Not Their Memories | Indianapolis Wrongful Death Attorneys

Hundreds of teary-eyed mourners gathered at a high school last week. They were there to remember two retired teachers that had dedicated their lives to educating others, a husband and wife that had a positive impact on every single person that had gathered in that gymnasium. And although these educators had retired from their professions, they still had a lot of life left to experience… but a drunk driver cut that short.

The couple had moved from the Kokomo, IN area across the country to Seattle in order see the birth of their first grandchild. Fortunately they were able to witness what must have been one of the most amazing moments of their already rich lives. But tragedy would strike ten days later.

They were crossing the street, along with their daughter-in-law and new grandson, when they were ran down by a drunk driver. The teachers were killed in the accident, while the young mother and her child, were left with serious injuries. They’re recovering and are expected to be just fine, but the loss they must be feeling is immeasurable.

Two retired Indiana teachers were killed in a pedestrian accident.

The drunk driver, who is believed to have had a BAC of over three times the legal limit, is being charged with vehicular homicide. The driver may be facing jail time, and hopefully that will give the surviving family and Kokomo community some sense of closure, but no punishment will take away the overwhelming sense of loss.

A family member of the deceased couple offered a profound statement about those that choose to drink and drive. “If we can learn anything from this tragedy, it is that the choices we make daily affect the people around us. Every person must have accountability and a responsibility to their fellow citizens.”

Indianapolis Wrongful Death Lawyers

Losing a loved one to another’s negligence can be as frustrating as it is heartbreaking. At the Ken Nunn Law Office we don’t want you to have to feel the financial burden that follows a fatal accident. We want to fight get you the compensation you truly deserve.

If you’ve had a loved one killed in an accident and need to know what your rights are, contact us. We offer free case reviews for the families of wrongful death victims, so contact us today and let us get started on your Indianapolis wrongful death claim.

Source. Fox59.com, ‘http://fox59.com/2013/04/10/memorial-held-for-kokomo-couple-killed-in-seattle/#axzz2QAQjTcTo,’ Aishah Hasnie, April 10, 2013.
Source. WISHtv.com, ‘http://www.wishtv.com/dpp/news/local/north_central/kokomo-couple-remembered,’ April 10, 2013.
Source. IndyStar.com, ‘http://www.indystar.com/viewart/20130411/NEWS/304110017/Kokomo-couple-killed-Seattle-crash-honored-memorial-service,’ April 11, 2013.
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