Indianapolis is a busy and growing city with many busy intersections, but some are more dangerous than others. According to the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute, there were 15,028 crashes in Indianapolis in 2020, resulting in 7,418 injuries and 80 fatalities. Here...
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Indiana drunk driving accident statistics
Drunk driving is a serious problem in Indiana, and the statistics are alarming. According to the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute, there were 4,166 alcohol-related crashes in Indiana in 2020, resulting in 2,166 injuries and 97 fatalities. That's an average of nearly...
Summer concert season accidents: Ensuring safety amidst the fun
The summer concert season In Indianapolis brings forth a vibrant atmosphere filled with music, entertainment and enthusiastic crowds. However, it doesn't come without its challenges. It is important for concert-goers, pedestrians, and motorists to be aware of...
10 Common misconceptions about personal injury claims
If you've been injured due to someone else's negligence, you may be considering making a personal injury claim. However, there are many misconceptions about personal injury plaintiffs that can prevent people from pursuing legal action or negatively impact their case....
Trucking accidents in Indiana: Statistics and trends
Every year, thousands of people are injured or killed in truck accidents in the United States. The state of Indiana is no exception, with hundreds of truck accidents occurring on its roads and highways each year. According to data from the Indiana Criminal Justice...
What is your risk assessment?
It's natural to feel like you are invincible on the road and will never get seriously hurt in a car accident. After all, you are an experienced, skilled and attentive motorist who rarely makes a major mistake behind the wheel. Plus, you have been driving for years, if...
Wrong-way driving incidents in Indiana: What drivers need to know
If you drive frequently, there is an excellent chance you will come across someone driving the wrong way on the road. This is, unfortunately, a big problem in Indiana and elsewhere in the country. Wrong-way driving on one-way roads and highways accounts for 25.6...
The most accident-prone drivers in the nation: Where does Indiana rank?
Countless Americans get behind the wheel every day without putting much thought into how dangerous their own local roads are. It can be a bit of fun to jab at drivers with out-of-state license plates and say they have poor driving sense, but your own home state might...
Which Indiana counties see the most motorcycle accidents?
Traveling through Indiana, many motorcycling enthusiasts enjoy the freedom and camaraderie of riding independently or in organized groups. Yet, these same Midwest roads and other factors create conditions that threaten motorcyclists' safety. In 2020, the Indiana...
Which Indiana county has the most auto accidents?
No one wants to be in an auto accident. They can be expensive, traumatizing and life-altering. If you live in Indiana, you may wonder where it is safest and most dangerous to drive. Data presented by the Indiana University Public Policy Institute can help provide...