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Can I Recover Compensation for a Jaywalking Accident?
Jaywalking occurs when a pedestrian fails to use the designated crosswalk when crossing the road. This action is considered illegal in most of the United States, including Indiana. Whether as a driver, passenger or pedestrian, you may be wondering what… Read MoreWhat do I do if The Insurance Company Totals My Car?
Car insurance companies often declare vehicles a total loss after a serious accident. This is because the cost to repair the vehicle is greater than its actual cash value. Actual cash value refers to the market value of the vehicle at the time of the… Read MoreDaniel Pfeifer Officially Starts Term as President of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association
We are excited to announce founding partner Daniel Pfeifer has been officially instated as the 2022 president of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association (ITLA). As president, Pfeifer hopes to enhance geographic diversity by making the ITLA more of a statewide… Read MoreFirm Partners Richard Morgan and Jeffrey Stesiak Selected for 2022 Best Lawyers in America
We are proud to announce firm partners Richard Morgan and Jeffrey Stesiak were selected for the 2022 edition of The Best Lawyers in America® list. Our attorneys were selected in the following practice areas: Richard Morgan – Commercial Litigation… Read MorePfeifer, Morgan & Stesiak Selected for 2022 ‘Best Law Firms’ Rankings
We are proud to announce Pfeifer, Morgan & Stesiak has been ranked in the 2022 edition of “Best Law Firms” in Regional Tier 2 for Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs. Firms included in these rankings are being recognized for professional excellence… Read MoreWhat Duty Do Injury Victims Have to Mitigate Damages?
Accident victims have a duty to act in a reasonable manner to ensure their own wellbeing by trying to prevent the worsening of an injury. However, you cannot be denied compensation simply because you failed to take certain precautions, like wearing a… Read MoreHow Long Should I Wait Before Accepting a Settlement Offer?
Insurance companies often make several settlement offers throughout the course of an injury claim, particularly when the victim is represented by an attorney. One of the most important decisions during the process is when to accept a settlement offer… Read MoreFiling a Claim for a Hydroplaning Accident in Indiana
During spring and the early months of summer, Indiana can see some heavy rainfall. This could increase the chances of a hydroplaning accident if drivers are not careful. Slamming on the brakes, jerking the wheel, or driving on old tires could all increase… Read MoreCan I Recover Compensation for the Diminished Value of My Car After a Crash?
If you were involved in an accident and your vehicle is damaged, but not totaled, it needs to be sent off for repairs. Even after the car has undergone the necessary fixes, its resale value is likely to be less than that of another used vehicle without… Read MoreDetermining Liability for a Crash With an Off-Road Vehicle
Just as their name suggests, off-road vehicles are not meant to be driven on major roadways. There are restrictions on off-road vehicles because of the potential hazards they pose to the other cars on the highway. If a collision occurs, the injuries could… Read More