Tag Archives: accident lawyers in indiana

An Exploding Manhole Cover Hits a Car, Renewing Concerns over the Dangerous Phenomenon | Indianapolis Personal Injury Lawyer

Posted on
Reply

There’s a lot you have to worry about while driving. Accidents are unpredictable and can happen at any time. You’re vulnerable on the road; you can get side-swiped, rear-ended, someone can slam on their brakes and cause you to rear-end them, and there’s even the chance of something falling on top of your car like a tree limb or road sign.

Now, a recent incident in Indianapolis is making the bottom of our cars targets as well.

Early Thursday morning in downtown Indianapolis a manhole cover exploded on 16th Street and College Avenue directly underneath an idling car. Fortunately, the driver walked away from the accident unharmed, but the danger of exploding manholes hasn’t gone unnoticed. It’s a recent incident, but not a new concern.

Manhole covers can weigh between 85 and 300lbs and can be launched over 50 feet into the air after an underground explosion, when it comes back down it can cause massive damage to people and property.

Concerns over exploding manholes are renewed when a car is struck in Indianapolis.Often the explosions are caused by overloaded or old underground cables that can be coursing with 13,000 volts of electricity. These faulty cables leave wires exposed that will heat their surrounding insulation, which eventually catches fire and releases combustible gases. These gases build pressure beneath the manhole with nowhere to escape. A slight spark from the wires can easily ignite the gases and an enormous explosion is the result. And it’s happened half a dozen times in the last couple of years in Indiana.

In fact, city officials were worried enough about manhole covers flying into the air and injuring tourists that earlier this year Indiana Power and Light installed 150 new locking manhole covers all around Lucas Oil Stadium just in time for the Super Bowl. The new covers came with the hefty price tag of $2,000 each, but for the state it was a small price to pay to avoid deadly accidents on the crowded Indianapolis streets.

Indianapolis Personal Injury Lawyer

If you’ve been injured in car, truck, or motorcycle accident, if you’ve been hurt on the job, if you’ve been hurt by a drug or product, if you’ve been hurt by negligence in any way, a Personal Injury Lawyer can help you on your road to recovery.

Ken Nunn has been serving injured people in Indianapolis, Bloomington, Evansville, Fort Wayne, and all across Indiana for over 40 years. He understands the challenges you face after your injury, and he can help you get the financial compensation you need after your accident.

When you’ve been injured, Contact Ken Nunn for a free case review, and let him help you along the road to recovery.

Source. Fox59, ‘http://www.fox59.com/news/wxin-manhole-explosion-downtown-manhole-cover-explodes-underneath-car-thursday-20120531,0,1239261.column?track=rss,’ May 31, 2012.
Source. CBSlocal, ‘http://chicago.cbslocal.com/2012/01/30/security-officials-prepare-for-manhole-explosions-other-dangers-at-super-bowl/,’ January 30, 2012.
Source. HowStuffWorks, ‘http://science.howstuffworks.com/environmental/energy/exploding-manhole1.htm,’ Kevin Bonsor, 2001.

DeKalb County Deputy Saved by Bystanders | Indiana Car Accident Lawyer

Posted on
Reply

Thanks to a few of Indiana’s good samaritans, a DeKalb County Deputy avoided major tragedy after a car accident Friday night. The incident occurred just before 8pm while the officer was on his way to assist Butler police, who were already responding to an emergency call of a house break-in.

He was en route along County Road 61 when his path was blocked by a train near the Steel Dynamics, Inc. plant. Not wanting to be slowed down on his way to respond to an emergency, the Deputy turned around now heading south on CR 61.

According to the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Department, as the officer entered the Indiana 8 and CR 59 intersection he didn’t manage to slow his cruiser enough to make the sharp left turn. He lost control, skidding through the intersection and barreling into a ditch where he smashed into a large culvert.

The Deputy’s ribs were bruised and his right ankle was shattered in the impact, leaving the officer injured and dazed inside the damaged car.

Three bystanders saw the crash and immediately rushed to help the injured officer. They quickly pulled him from the cruiser shortly before it burst into flames.

DeKalb County Deputy Pulled From Car FireIndiana Police Light and Siren Policies

There are several policies in place to make sure that when Indiana police respond to emergencies they don’t cause car accidents with civilians. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department’s General Order on “Emergency Operations” states, ‘When operating a police vehicle under emergency conditions, the emergency lights and sirens must be utilized.’

Police are also allowed to make ‘silent runs’ in certain situations, meaning responding to emergencies with lights but without sirens. Often this is utilized when police need to avoid alerting the criminal. However, in a silent run the officer must stop at all traffic signals and stop signs before proceeding safely. Violation of these policies can result in liability for the Police Department.

Indiana Car Accident Lawyer

If you’ve been hurt in an Indiana car accident, contact the Ken Nunn Law Office. Ken Nunn has been fighting for the rights of accident victims in Indiana for 42 years. Contact them today for a free case review of your car accident claim.

Indianapolis Dog Bite Lawyer | Lebanon Man Mauled in Dog Attack

Posted on
Reply

A Lebanon man ended up in the hospital after being viciously attacked by two dogs in Lebanon Memorial Park. The 71-year-old man was walking his Yorkshire terrier through the park when two boxers charged at him. The man, fearing for his small dog, picked his pet up to protect it from the crazed animals.

Despite the man’s best efforts, the boxers tore the terrier from his arms. The tiny dog was killed, and the boxers quickly turned their attention to the 71-year-old.

Dogs Attack Lebanon ManThe boxers attacked the man, dragging him to the ground and ripping at his arms and legs. The man attempted to fight the animals off by kicking them, but they were relentless. When an officer arrived the dogs were still attempting to maul the man.

The officer called to the dogs to get their attention away from their victim. It worked, and the boxers rushed at the policeman. The officer shot one of the dogs, killing it, and scaring the other away. He referred to the dog attack as “…definitely the worst one that I can remember in Memorial Park… probably one of the worst ones I have seen in my career.”

The dogs had escaped their Lebanon residence on Grant Street where they had apparently gotten free from the person who was watching them. He eventually showed up at the park, looking for the runaway dogs, and was able to get the second boxer under control.

The two dogs were not current on their vaccines. The surviving dog was taken to a veterinarian for observation, while the corpse of the deceased dog will also be tested for rabies.

The dogs’ owner was charged with two counts of harboring a non-immunized dog.

Responsibilities of Dog Owners in Indiana

In Indiana, dog owners have the responsibility to keep their pets from roaming freely. They can be held liable if their pets attack, even if they’re unaware of their dog’s dangerous nature. If state or federal workers, like mailmen, are attacked by pets while performing their jobs, the dog owners are responsible for the person’s injuries.

Indianapolis Dog Bite Lawyer

If you or a loved one have been the victim of a Indianapolis dog bite or attack, contact the Ken Nunn Law Office. You can get free, no obligation legal advice from an experienced personal injury lawyer. Attorney Ken Nunn proudly fights for the people of Indiana who have been injured due to the fault of someone else.

Slip and Falls a Leading Cause of Indiana Injuries

Posted on
Reply

It may seem like just another clumsy moment, but slip and fall injuries can be serious and even deadly. Falling is one of the leading causes for injury among children and older adults.

Every day, about 8,000 children visit the emergency room with a fall-related injury, the CDC reported. That’s nearly 2.8 million children per year.

To protect your children, follow these tips from the CDC:

1. Check playground equipment to make sure it’s properly designed and has a soft landing surface below.

2. Use safety devices in your home like second-story window guards, stair gates and guard rails to prevent your child from a dangerous fall.

3. Your child may not like the way protective gear looks when he or she is playing sports, but make sure they always wear a helmet, wrist guards and knee or elbow pads when appropriate

4. If your child is playing around stairs or on a playground, supervise them at all times.

Slip and Fall injury lawyer Indiana

The CDC also reported that more than 19,700 adults over 65 died in 2008 from an unintentional fall injury. Most of these falls turn deadly when the individual suffers a traumatic brain injury, or TBI, which accounted for 46% of all fatal falls in 2000.

If you are over 65 or have a loved one who is, share these tips from the CDC with them:

1. Exercise regularly. Exercises that focus on increasing leg strength and improving balance are especially helpful if their difficulty level is increased over time. If you are unable to perform strenuous exercise, try a Tai Chi program, which is gaining popularity with older adults.

2. Ask a doctor or pharmacist to review all medications you take so you’ll be aware of any side effects that could cause you to fall, like dizziness or drowsiness.

3. Get your vision checked at least once a year by a doctor and make sure your prescription stays up to date. Glasses with single vision distance lenses can help your vision while walking outside, and the better you can see, the less likely you are to fall.

4. Improve your home’s safety by reducing tripping hazards, installing grab bars in the bathroom and keeping all areas well lit.

If you or a loved one has been injured in a slip and fall accident, call personal injury attorney Ken Nunn.

“When you are hurt in a slip and fall accident, the insurance company may try to give you a tiny check. If the insurance company offers you money, how will you know it’s fair?” asks Ken. “We’ll go after every dollar you deserve – every dollar.”

For more information, call 1-800-CALL-KEN or contact us today.

 

Semi-Trailer Jackknifes on Icy I-69

Posted on
Reply

Indiana is no stranger to wintery weather, with snow falling on its southern end in an average of 14 inches a year, to 45 inches in the north, and everything in between. With snow and ice comes an increase in roadside accidents, and eastern Indiana got a little of both recently.

Roads were slick with melting snow and patches of black ice, often mistaken for harmless puddles, and one of the leading causes of a vehicle losing control during cold weather. All this lead to the eventual closing of a stretch of I-69 near U.S. 35 in Grant County last week.

A semi-truck was headed southbound down Interstate 69 when it jackknifed in the winter conditions, its trailer sliding out of control and ultimately tipping the entire rig on its side. All the southbound lanes were left blocked near the 58 mile marker as crews worked to remove the wrecked tractor trailer.

Indiana winter weather causes semi-truck accident

On roads and highways experiencing icy conditions, the chance of collisions with a semi-truck is dramatically higher, but the truck drivers can still be held liable for the accident even when snow and ice is a contributing factor, especially if considered to be driving too fast for conditions. Driving too fast for conditions is understood as driving at a speed greater than a practical standard for safe traveling.

The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration reports that commercial vehicles should reduce their speed by half on snow-packed roads, and to even pull off the road entirely if the truck cannot be operated safely on icy roads. People in passenger cars should proceed with caution as well and be aware of the dangers of snow and ice, especially when traveling on highways alongside tractor trailers.

Indiana State Police reported adverse road conditions throughout other parts of the state during the recent snow fall with slide-offs in Hamilton County, and slippery roads in Madison County. Fortunately for the jackknifed semi in Grant County, no one was seriously injured and no other major accidents were reported.

Have you been hurt in an Indiana semi-truck accident?

Get free legal advice today!

Indiana head on collision leaves one dead and one injured

Posted on
Reply

We all want to believe it won’t happen to us, but too often it does happen. This week a head on collision in Jefferson County left one man dead and another man battered and bruised. WISH, channel 8, reports that the fatal wreck occurred on Sunday, February 26 later in the afternoon. Hearing about another tragedy on our roads reminds us of the importance of not only minding our own traffic and driving skills, but also the importance of being able to react quickly to the driving habits and behaviors of others; especially during key times of the day, including: dusk, dawn, and anytime the roadways are busy.

According to initial reports, the vehicle of the deceased driver drifted into the other lane of traffic striking an oncoming vehicle at a fair rate of speed. These sorts of truck accidents in Indiana are a worst case scenario, yet we must remember that they do happen and when they do; all that is left to do is react to the events that have unfolded. As much as we would like, we cannot change what has already happened.

This Jefferson County truck accident will be investigated and cause will most likely be assigned, as a result both families and the surviving driver will be dealing with insurance companies, authorities, and medical professionals for quite some time. This is why it is so important to have someone on your side, someone who will fight for you and your rights; because once cause is assigned one insurance carrier will be looking to resolve liability in a quick manner that is most beneficial for them.

Deadly commercial truck crashes in IndianaOne of the vehicles involved in the head on collision was a commercial flat bed truck registered in another state; can that affect the legal status of the case? It may indeed, and that is another reason why if you are involved in a car or truck collision of any sort in Indiana you should seek qualified legal representation in a timely manner. Think of it this way; you wouldn’t wait days or weeks to seek medical attention, why would you wait days or weeks to seek legal representation.

The legal professionals at the law offices of Ken Nunn are licensed to practice in all counties of Indiana and represent victims in car/truck accidents, commercial vehicle accidents, and cases involving personal injury. The initial consultation is free and we will honestly evaluate your case and be forthcoming to you regarding your case. Please contact us at 1-800-CALL-KEN if you have been involved in a situation in Indiana and there have been injuries and/or losses resulting.

Winter Classic All-Breed Dog Show in Indianapolis Thursday through Sunday!

Posted on
Reply

An Indianapolis woman inspects a beagle during the Indiana dog showOn Thursday, Jan. 9, the gates of the Indiana State Fairgrounds will open for the Winter Classic All-Breed Dog Show!

The Indianapolis version of the famous Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, the Winter Classic will occur over the course of three days in the South and West Pavilions at the fairgrounds.

Over 2,500 dogs representing 135 breeds will compete for the “Best in Show” title.

The competition concludes Sunday, Jan. 12.

Gates open from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. on Thursday. Friday through Sunday, the competition will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Admission is $5

For more information, visit the Hoosier Kennel Club website.

Over 60 People Injured, 50+ Arrested During Super Bowl Events in Indianapolis

Posted on
Reply

A blurred image of a crowd in Indianapolis IN during the super bowlMetro Police in Indianapolis say 51 people were arrested in downtown Indianapolis during Super Bowl festivities on Saturday, Feb. 4

The majority of the arrests, all made between 7:00 p.m. Saturday to 7:00 a.m. Sunday, were for fighting or alcohol-related offenses.

Twenty-five injuries were reported.

Department of Public Safety officials adjusted their security and crowd control plans Saturday after Friday night’s crushing crowds got out of hand.

Other crowd control-related injuries were reported on Friday, Feb. 3.

About 50 people were injured Friday night as an estimated 50,000 concert-goers flooded downtown streets for a free outdoor performance by the band LMFAO.

Two other people were injured Friday separate from the concert-going group. Indianapolis Public Safety Director Frank Straub said none of the injuries were serious, most involving shortness of breath or scraped knees.

Overwhelming “human gridlock” at Super Bowl village caused police to rethink crowd control Saturday on the eve of the big game.

The poor weather conditions Saturday might have had something to do with that.

There was bumper-to-bumper traffic on some streets heading into downtown, but as of 10 p.m., police had not reported any injuries or arrests.

Police made a total of 22 arrests Friday night, mostly for public intoxication. One police car was damaged after concert-goers climbed on top of it to get a better view of the stage.

To make more room for people downtown, police closed down some streets completely and others just to inbound traffic. Additional officers were stationed near Super Bowl Village.

Rumors of stampedes, stage collapses and gunshots abounded on social-networking site Twitter as crowds grew Friday, and Straub said Indianapolis Metropolitan Police officers investigated them all and found no problems. He said reports of officers using pepper spray, Tasers or force of any kind to control the crowd were all false.

Super Bowl Host Committee spokeswoman Dianna Boyce said despite its overwhelming size, the crowd was good-natured and caused few problems.

“It looked like a lot of people having a good time,” Boyce said. “When you have 200,000 people, you have to continue to keep everyone safe.”

Kaitlyn Blacha of West Lafayette and her friends went downtown to see LMFAO Friday night, but Georgia Street was already so packed that they couldn’t even see the stage. She said the crowd trying to get to the stage was mostly young, drunk, college-age kids. In the span of an hour, she was able to move about a block and was pushed from behind several times.

“At times, I was pinned so tightly I didn’t even have to hold my body up,” Blacha said. “Nobody could turn back. We were just stuck.”

Two Indianapolis Pedestrians Accidents

Posted on
Reply

This past Wednesday night, two Indianapolis residents were hit by cars in separate pedestrian accidents. One lost their life at the scene and the other is in critical condition.

According to the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, a woman was struck and killed by a car near Madison Avenue and East County Line Road at the Marion/Johnson County line around 7 p.m. The woman suffered massive trauma and rescue crews were unable to save her. She was pronounced dead at the scene.

The driver that hit the woman is cooperating with police investigators.

The second pedestrian accident occurred less than one hour after the fatal accident. The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department responded to reports of an accident at Lynhurst Drive and Seerley Creek Road, on the southwest side of the city.

Police said they found a semi-conscious teen with severe trauma and breathing trouble. The teen, 15-year-old Darius Queen, was riding his bicycle in the southbound lane of Lynhurst, in the Decatur Township, when he was struck by a southbound SUV. The impact threw Queen into the northbound lanes where a second vehicle struck him. The driver of the second vehicle fled the scene.

Queen was taken to the Wishard Memorial Hospital and is in critical condition.

Police are asking for anyone with information about the accident or the hit-and-run driver to come forward. They describe the second vehicle as a white Dodge Neon with a spoiler on the back and say it should show signs of damage to the front.

If you have any information about the pedestrian accident or Dodge Neon, please contact the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department’s Hit-and-Run Office at 317-327-6549 or Crime Stoppers at 317-262-8477 (TIPPS).

Indianapolis pedestrian accident fatal and severe injuriesIf you or a loved one has been hit by a car, truck, or other vehicle, contact the Ken Nunn Law Office. Ken has served the public as a personal injury lawyer in Indiana for more four decades. He has the knowledge and experience to get you the money you deserve for your pedestrian accident injuries.

If a loved one has died from being hit by a car or truck, an Indiana wrongful death lawyer can help you in filing a claim.

If you’ve been hurt in Indiana, don’t wait. Get a lawyer on your side.

As an Indiana personal injury lawyer, Ken Nunn has represented pedestrian accident victims and their families throughout the state, including Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, South Bend, Merrillville, Lafayette, Bloomington, Terre Haute, and Evansville.

For a FREE CASE EVALUATION contact Ken today!

1-800-CALL-KEN

 

Indianapolis Area Hospitals Treat Severe Injuries After Multiple Accidents

Posted on
Reply

Last Friday, three people were injured in a crash in Miami County. According to the Indiana State Police, a roadblock had been set up, shutting down U.S. 31 to investigate a prior wreck, when a vehicle drove past the orange traffic cones and flashing emergency vehicles and smashed into an 18-wheeler. The accident occurred near the intersection of U.S. 31 and Miami County Road 1050 South, around 10:30 p.m.

Investigators are unsure why Troy Chamberlain, 33, of Peru, IN, disregarded the warning signs and drove his Pontiac through the road block. Chamberlain and another passenger, 28-year-old Frederick McCool, 28, of Louisville, were trapped in the front seat of his car and had to be removed. A third passenger, Kelly Mercado, 32, of Peru, IN, was in the backseat.

Chamberlain was initially taken to St. Joseph’s Hospital but was later airlifted to St. Vincent Hospital in Indianapolis. McCool was airlifted to Parkview Hospital in Fort Wayne after suffering a severe head injury. Mercado was treated for a back injury at St. Joseph’s Hospital and was later released.

Chamberlain is listed as being in critical condition but stable. No word yet on the condition of McCool.

Indiana State Police are still investigating in incident.

Another Indianapolis hospital cared for a separate severe injury in a single-vehicle crash that occurred early last Saturday morning.

According to a report by Greene County Sheriff’s Department, Beverly Cooper, 45, of Bloomfield, IN, suffered severe leg injuries and facial lacerations when her Nissan struck a utility pole off of State Road 157 north of County Road 325 north. The wreck occurred around 4:55 a.m.

Cooper had to be extricated from the vehicle by fire and EMS after being trapped inside. The Greene County Ambulance transported Cooper to Greene County Hospital; she was then airlifted to IU Health Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis.

According to a spokesman for IU Health Methodist Hospital, Cooper is listed in serious condition.

The accident is still under investigation.

Indianapolis hospital treats severe injuries after crashIf you or a loved one have suffered a severe injury in the state of Indiana, you should speak with a personal injury lawyer who will fight to get you the compensation you deserve for your injuries. Indiana severe injury lawyer Ken Nunn has over four decades of experience representing accident victims throughout the state, including Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, South Bend, Merrillville, Lafayette, Bloomington, Terre Haute, and Evansville.

Call today for a FREE CASE EVALUATION.

1-800-CALL-KEN!

 

FREE CASE EVALUATION

Ken Nunn is FOR the People, and against insurance companies.

INJURED?

Office Tour See Where We Work
Free Reports!

Secrets Insurance Companies Don’t Want You To Know.

Don't Say Anything…

Don't Sign Anything…

Don't Choose a Lawyer….until you….READ THESE REPORTS.

Call Ken Nunn – It’s Just that Easy! 1-800-CALL-KEN