Keller & Keller Legal Library

On the page below you can find links to legal documents, reports, publications and discussions provided by Keller and Keller. The short articles below are available to our readers so that they can gain a better understanding of the legal challenges facing them from experienced attorneys who have handled similar cases.

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Library Categories:

• Car Accidents
• Semi-Truck Accidents
• Motorcycle Accidents
• Social Security Disability
• Veterans Disability Benefits
• Construction Site Accidents
• Dog Bites
• DePuy Hip Implant Lawsuit
• Actos | Diabetes Drug Lawsuit
• Slip and Fall
• Defective Prescription Drugs
• Medical Malpractice
• Brain Injury Resource Center
• Accident Injury Types
• FDA and Prescription Drugs
• General

Car Accidents:

• Commute To Work? Prevent Indiana Car Accidents with These Safety Tips   
  Commuting along the same route to work every day can lend itself to driver distractions and other dangers. Learn how to prevent Indiana commuting accidents.
• Indiana Dog Bite Law Definitions: What Makes a Dog a Dangerous Dog?   
  What makes a dog dangerous under Indiana law? Find out how dangerous dogs are defined from an Indianapolis dog bite attorney.
• Purdue University Study: Which Indiana Drivers are Most Likely to Suffer Car Accidents & Injuries   
  A Purdue University professor has released a new study looking at sex, age, road conditions, and one-vehicles accidents among drivers in Indiana.
• Purdue Study: Wet Roads are More Dangerous than They Seem   
  A new report by a Purdue University professor shows that Indiana women are in danger of one-vehicle accidents on rainy roads. Read wet road safety tips.
• Indiana 49 Considers Roundabout – But Do They Lower Accident Rates?   
  As Porter, Indiana, contemplates a traffic circle, Indiana personal injury attorneys discuss whether roundabouts reduce the number of car accidents.
• How to Be a Good Samaritan at an Indiana Car Wreck – But Stay Safe   
  It is commendable when a citizen stops to help traffic accident victims, but it is important to know how to stay safe and prevent further injury.
• What You Should Do If You Witness An Indiana Car Accident   
  Do you know what actions to take when you witness a car accident? An Indianapolis traffic accident and injury attorney explains what to do.
• Does Elkhart County Need New Horse and Buggy Laws to Prevent Future Accidents?   
  Indiana officials are discussing possible new horse and buggy regulations after a tragic Indiana auto accident between a horse-drawn cart and an SUV.
• Indiana State Police: Many I-65 Accidents Are Caused By Highway Hypnosis & Driver Inattention   
  Indiana State Police believe that the high rate of traffic accidents and injuries on I-65 north of Indianapolis is largely caused by driver inattention.
• Keller & Keller is reviewing expert accounts, and we believe the State Fair tragedy could have been prevented. We believe it 100%.   
  After reviewing several expert opinions, an Indianapolis lawyer for the State Fair victims says, "this tragedy could have been prevented, 100%."
• Marion County’s Most Dangerous Intersections   
  New data has been published by state officials outlining the intersections in Marion County that have seen the most traffic accidents and injuries in 2010.
• Driving With A Hangover Can Be Dangerous, Too   
  Everyone knows driving drunk can lead to car accidents and injuries, but did you know that driving with a hangover can also impair your driving skills?
• Summer Months Mean A Rise In Car Accidents Across Indiana   
  Because of road construction, teen drivers, and heavy traffic, the rate of car accidents in Indiana rises during the summer months.
• Do You Need A Car Accident Attorney Or Personal Injury Attorney?   
  It can be confusing to know whether or not you need a personal injury attorney after a car accident. Know which questions to ask yourself about your case.
• Indiana Bus Crash Has Lawmakers Considering Seatbelt Requirements   
  A recent two-bus school bus accident in Indiana has some parents and safety officials wondering if seat belts should be mandatory in such vehicles.
• Drivers: Make Way For Ambulances And Emergency Vehicles   
  Do you know the traffic laws related to moving out of the way for emergency vehicles? Learn everything you need to know in this legal article.
• Driving Under The Influence Of Drugs: Illegal And Dangerous   
  Driving under the influence of illegal drugs can be just as dangerous as drinking and driving - and it is just as illegal. Learn more from an accident attorney.
• Preventing The Tragedy Of Train-Car Collisions   
  Each year hundreds of people are killed in railroad track accidents and train accidents -- and just this week four people were killed when their SUV was struck by a freight train near Fort Wayne, Indiana. In this article, learn how you can help protect against and prevent train-car collisions in Indiana.
• Three Car Safety Resolutions For The New Year   
  Why not start the new year with a resolution to improve your car safety and driving habits? In 2011, we ask you to consider three resolutions that will help prevent car accidents: always wearing your seat belt, taking your car in for regular maintenance, and never tailgating.
• Driving Safety Tips: Preventing Car Accidents On Icy Roads   
  This month Indiana State Police responded to dozens of serious car accidents caused by icy roads and wintry conditions. While the best idea is always to stay off of roads when there is a threat of ice, it is important to be familiar with how to drive on ice and how to avoid accidents on icy roads.
• Texting, Mobile Phones, And Distracted Driving   
  Indiana lawmakers are considering a ban on texting and driving for all drivers in 2011. But does texting, talking on the cell phone, and emailing while behind the wheel a real driver distraction? And do texting laws work? Learn more about texting and distracted driving facts in this article.
• Preventing Car And Bicycle Accidents In Indiana   
  Car and bike accidents can be devastating - as we saw with the recent death of cyclist and Indiana Police Officer William Phillips. In this article, we explore what both cyclists and drivers can do to help prevent these types of accidents in the future.
• Indiana’s Most Dangerous Railroad Crossing: Seven Deaths In Three Years   
  One particular railroad crossing in Gary, Indiana, has been the site of seven traffic accident deaths in just three years. In all of the train-car accidents to take place there, the drivers went around the railroad safety arm and were struck by oncoming trains. Now, the town is looking for ways to make the intersection safer.
• Indiana Car Fires: How To Stay Safe And Prevent Injury   
  Car fires in Indiana are more common than you might think - and in some cases after an accident your vehicle may start to smoke, catch fire, or even explode. In this article, learn more about car fires as well as what to do if your car catches on fire in the wake of an Indiana car accident.
• The Most Dangerous Intersections In Lake County and Porter County, Indiana   
  The Indiana Department of Transportation has complied a list of Gary Indiana's most dangerous and deadly intersections. Car accident data was collected over the past three years in order to determine which Indiana intersections tallied the most car accidents, car accident injuries, and car accident fatalities.
• Drunk Driving: A Major Cause Of Indiana Car Accidents & Injuries   
  Did you know that one out of three fatal car accidents in Indiana involve alcohol? Or that around 250 people in drunk driving accidents in Indiana each year? Learn more about how driving under the influence affects car accident fatality rates and what Indiana State Police are doing to curb DUI rates.
• Indiana I-64 Car Accidents | Interstate 64 Dangers | Indiana Car Accident Lawyer   
  Interstate 64 in Indiana is, unfortunately, the site of hundreds of car accidents and car accident injuries each year. Learn more about I-64, the Indiana towns and counties it passes through, and the recent accidents that have taken place in its lanes.
• Dangers Of I-70 In Indiana | I-70 Car Accidents In Indiana | Interstate 70 Accident Lawyer   
  I-70 passes through many of Indiana's cities and even more miles of small towns and farms. Interstate 70 also passes through the "spaghetti bowl" of highways and interstates surrounding Indianapolis. It is the site of hundreds of car accidents each year as well as truck accidents, bus accidents, and motorcycle accidents.
• Interstate 465 (I-465): Indianapolis Beltway Known For Car Accidents   
  The beltway around Indianapolis is used by hundreds of thousands of commuters and travelers each day, making it one of the most dangerous highways in Indiana. Learn more about I-465 and why it sets the stage for so many car accidents and truck crashes each year.
• Pedestrian Accident Information | Hit and Run Accidents   
  Hit-and-run accidents can leave pedestrians severely injured and even dead. What happens in the wake of a hit-and-run pedestrian accident? Is it possible to file a lawsuit in a hit-and-run accident case? What are the penalties for a hit-and-run in Michigan?
• Car Accidents And Traumatic Brain Injuries   
  One of the most common causes of traumatic brain injuries is car accidents and truck crashes. These car accident brain injuries can lead to a wide spectrum of symptoms and disabilities - some of which can be permanently life changing.
• How Much Is My Car Accident Injury Claim Worth?   
  This helpful document covers how much your injury case is worth, and what important factors play a role in determining that value.
• Causes of Teenage Car Crashes   
  Learn more about the risk factors facing teenage drivers, and how you can reduce the likelihood of your teenage son or daughter becoming involved in a deadly car accident.
• What Should You Do Immediately After A Car Accident? A Car Accident Checklist.   
  Being involved in a car accident - whether a fender-bender or a serious car crash - can be shocking, stressful, and overwhelming. Do you know what to do in the seconds, hours, and days after a traffic accident? Keller & Keller' car accident checklist covers important steps to follow following your accident.
• Highway Construction Zones Present Risks to Drivers and Workers   
  Do you know the 4 most common factors involved with construction zone car accidents and wrongful deaths?
• Settling For Your Car, The Property Damage Claim   
  How Much Do I Get For My Vehicle? Settling For Your Car. The Property Damage Claim. Auto, motorcycle, and semi-truck accidents can cause any number of injuries. The types of injuries sustained in an accident range from slight, easily treated bruises, to debilitating and life altering spinal injuries. If you or a loved one has been injured, it can be difficult to get insurance companies to cover the entirety of your care. Depending on the type of injury medical care may be necessary for years.
• Know the Most Dangerous Teen Driving Distractions   
  Teens have very little experience driving - sometimes they give their attention to distractions. The result is 6,000 teen deaths a year on the road. Do you know how to talk to your teen about safely driving without distractions?
• New Mexico Newspapers   
  A free list of New Mexico Newspapers to help you locate your accident and follow local community news.
• Michigan Newspapers   
  A free list of Michigan Newspapers to help you locate your accident and follow local community news.
• Indiana Newspapers   
  A free list of Indiana Newspapers to help you locate your accident and follow local community news.

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Semi-Truck Accidents:

• Northwestern Indiana Truck Accident Statistics: Fatigued, Reckless & Distracted Truckers   
  An Indiana truck accident attorney examines semi crash data from Northwestern Illinois, along with information about the causes of these 18-wheeler accidents.
• Drunk Big Rig Drivers: A Danger On Indiana Roads   
  Drunk commercial truck drivers are a true danger on Indiana roads and highways - being under the influence of alcohol while steer such a large and complicated vehicle can often lead to truck accidents, truck accident injuries, and truck accident fatalities. Learn more about trucker drinking and driving in this library article.
• Truck Accidents And Improperly Tied Loads | Indiana Truck Accident Lawyer   
  One danger of tractor-trailers is that if their loads are not properly packed an secured, items can fall off of the trucks and into the roadway. Learn more about improperly secured truck loads and how they can lead to deadly truck accidents.
• Truck Accident Statistics   
  You may know that truck accidents can be more deadly than other kinds of vehicle accidents, or that there are many, many truck accidents on our highways each year - but do you know the numbers? Learn interesting and sometimes shocking truck accident statistics for Indiana, New Mexico, Illinois, and Michigan.
• Keller & Keller knows why semi-truck insurance companies act quickly   
  The insurance company knows that they can easily limit and possibly deny liability in a trucking accident if they respond quickly. This document provides a quick summary explaining how this can happen.
• How Much Is My Semi-Truck Accident Injury Claim Worth?   
  This helpful document discusses how much your semi-truck injury case is worth, and what factors help to determine this value.
• Common Ways Truck Accidents Can Occur   
  Trucks can be dangerous to share the road with - and are even more dangerous if car drivers don't know how to prevent truck and car collisions. Familiarize yourself with common causes of truck accidents.
• Common Causes Of Truck Accidents & Big Rig Dangers: Truck Size & Weight   
  Trucks may drive on the same roads, interstates, and highways as the rest of us, but their vehicles are different from cars and motorcycles in a number of important ways - do you know the common causes of truck accidents?
• Common Causes Of Truck Accidents & Big Rig Dangers: Truck Driver Issues   
  In the last segment, we discussed how trucks maneuver differently than other vehicles. In this article, we will discuss how some truck driver issues lead to common causes of truck and car collisions.
• Common Causes Of Truck Accidents & Big Rig Dangers: Even More Dangers   
  In addition to truck size and truck driver issues, there are still even more common causes for truck accidents. Knowing the dangers of trucks on the road can help you share the road with all vehicles and keep safe.

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Motorcycle Accidents:

• Serious Consequences: Common Indiana Motorcycle Accident Injuries   
  An Indiana motorcycle accident attorney discusses the three most common motorcycle injuries: road rash, bone fractures, and head injuries.
• Stay Visible on Your Motorcycle, Prevent Indiana Traffic Accidents   
  Learn seven different ways that you can stay visible on your motorcycle and prevent accidents and injuries.
• The Most Common Motorcycle Accident In Michigan   
  Many motorcycle accidents occur because other drivers do not see motorcycles approaching. Find out more about why turning in front of and running into motorcycles is the number one cause of motorcycle accidents in Michigan - and how you can help prevent these deadly accidents.
• Motorcycle Accident Prevention | Motorcycle Safety Tips | Motorcycle Accident Injury Attorney   
  Below are six easy rules to follow in order to minimize your chances of having a motorcycle accident or motorcycle accident injury. Though some of them involve simple common sense and others seems intuitive, it is a fact that most motorcycle accidents occur when these rules of motorcycle safety are not followed.
• Motorcycle Accident Statistics | Motorcycle Accident Facts | Motorcycle Accident Lawyer   
  How many people died in motorcycle accidents in 2008? How many people were seriously injured in 2008 in motorcycle accidents? What percentage of motorcycle accidents involve drinking and driving? The following motorcycle statistics answer these questions and more.
• Illinois Motorcycle Laws | Illinois Motorcycle Regulations   
  You can help prevent Illinois motorcycle accidents and Illinois motorcycle injuries by learning the Illinois motorcycle laws and Illinois motorcycle regulations.
• Motorcycle accident attorneys Keller & Keller provide readers with a run-down of Michigan Motorcycle Laws.   
  Michigan lawmakers have tried to reduce the number of motorcycle accidents and motorcycle injuries by putting a number of laws in place to protect riders. Learn about the rules and regulations for motorcycle riders on Michigan roads.
• Harley Davidson Wobble   
  Also know as the "rear steer" or "death wobble," the Harley-Davidson Wobble is a subtle but potentially dangerous vibration found in Harleys that can lead to motorcycle accidents, motorcycle injuries, and motorcycle fatalities. Learn more about the Harley-Davidson wobble.
• New Mexico Motorcycle Laws   
  Keller & Keller provides a simple, easy-to-read list of New Mexico's motorcycle laws, including New Mexico helmet laws, New Mexico motorcycle passenger laws, New Mexico helmet speaker laws, New Mexico side-view mirror laws, and New Mexico lane-splitting laws.
• Common Causes of Motorcycle Accidents   
  Motorcycle accidents happen every day across the country, but what are the most common causes of bike accidents? In this article, we cover some of the common dangers of motorbike riding as well as how bikers can stay safe on the roads.
• What Can the Hurt Report Tell Us About Motorcycle Safety Today?   
  The Hurt Report remains to be the most important study to date on the causes of motorcycle accidents. Published in 1981, it provided the United States and the world with research that has lead to significant motorcycle crash prevention campaigns.
• What Are The Motorcycle Laws And Regulations In Indiana?   
  Motorcycles can be more dangerous to drive than other vehicles - are you familiar with the motorcycle laws in Indiana? Learn how to stay safe and how to follow the motorcycle rules and regulations of the road.
• Handling Dangerous Surfaces On Your Motorcycle   
  One of the biggest hazards for motorcycle drivers is dangerous surfaces such as grating, broken pavement, slippery surfaces, railroad tracks, and grooved pavement. This article goes over tips and tricks for handling these situations with caution and safety first.
• Indiana Motorcycle Laws   
  Keller & Keller provides a simple, easy-to-read list of current motorcylce laws in the state of Indiana.
• How Much Is My Motorcycle Injury Case Worth?   
  This helpful document covers how much your injury case is worth, and how the value of something like a tragic accident that involves injury could possibly have a dollar value attached to it.

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Social Security Disability:

• Top-rated Social Security Disability team is helping Hoosiers receive much needed benefits.   
  Keller & Keller's Indiana Social Security Disability lawyers are helping claimants get the benefits they deserve.
• What is Social Security Income (SSI)?   
  Although they are somewhat similar in that they are both federal programs that support the disabled, there are a number of important differences between Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) and Social Security Income (SSI). Which ones do you qualify for? Read more to find out.
• Your Facebook Or Twitter Updates Could Threaten Your Social Security Disability Case   
  What you say on the web could be used against you by others - especially when it comes to your Social Security Disability benefits. Even those who are collecting social security benefits for valid reasons could get into trouble posting on pages like Facebook, MySpace, and Twitter. In this article, learn about how you can prevent this problem.

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Veterans Disability Benefits:

• Veterans’ Disability Benefits And Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)   
  One of the most common injuries from the War on Terror is traumatic brain injury (TBI) - which has been connected with lifelong disabilities and other issues.
• Washington Report: 76,000 Veterans Sleep On The Street Each Night   
  Do you know that tens of thousands of veterans sleep out on the street each night in America? According to a joint federal study that was recently released, 150,000 veterans spend at least one night in a shelter each year. Many of these homeless veterans suffer from disabilities, including physical disabilities and mental health disabilities.
• Tragic Responses: Some Applicants Denied Social Security Disability Benefits Resort To Threats   
  Unfortunately, some applicants for Social Security disability benefits become frustrated, desperate, and ultimately violent - and a look at the recent number of threats against SSA employees shows a disturbing trend. While we help our clients fight for the disability benefits that they deserve, we also understand that the courtroom or SSA office is no place for threats or violence.
• How Are Disabled Women Veterans Treated By Veteran Affairs?   
  Are women treated differently than men when they return from war and are in need of health services and treatment for military-related medical issues and mental health problems? A new study conducted by the Department of Veterans Affairs examined how women are treated when they seek disability benefits as well as what services for veteran women need to improve.
• Sleep Apnea And VA Disability Benefits For Veterans   
  Sleep apnea is a growing problem for US veterans - and many believe that the problem stems from the dust and toxins in the air that soldiers inhaled during service. Learn more about the symptoms and consequences of sleep apnea, as well as how veterans can secure disability benefits for their condition.
• Veteran’s Disability Benefits: Who Is Eligible?   
  In this general article about United States veteran's disability benefits, learn about who is eligible for VA disability compensation and what you need to complete the application process. Also learn about some of the common diseases, disabilities, and conditions that veterans suffer from.
• Gulf War Syndrome (Gulf War Illness) is NOT a myth.   
  Almost two decades after the end of the first Gulf War, "Gulf War Illness" is back in the news. As a veteran of the first Gulf War, find out what you need to know about the new findings and disability benefits connected to this illness.
• The VA may have made a mistake. We can review your post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) claim with you and improve your chances of qualifying for disability benefits.   
  A well-respected veterans disability law firm discusses the symptoms and causes of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and how veterans can improve their chances to qualify for VA benefits.
• Do You Need A Veterans Disability Lawyer? | VA Disability Benefits Attorney   
  Why might you need a Veterans Disability benefits lawyer in order to help you secure money that you rightfully deserve? The process for disability benefits approval is complex and long, and winning appeals can be difficult without an experienced attorney.
• Military veterans suffering from sexual trauma NEED to speak to an attorney. You may be losing out on your right to disability compensation.   
  Many military veterans (men and women) are unaware that they can receive disability compensation as a result of sexual trauma. Learn more about the statistics and symptoms of sexual trauma and find out if you qualify for disability payments.
• Did you know that veterans now have a CHOICE in who represents them for their disability?   
  The number of soldiers in Iraq who have suffered eye injuries is equal to the numbers in WWII and Vietnam combined. A qualified veterans disability lawyer will make sure that you receive the total benefits you deserve for your injury.
• High blood pressure may qualify a veteran for disability payment. We can help you fight your denial or increase your disability rating.   
  Learn what soldiers and veterans need to know about hypertension (high blood pressure) and how it can potentially qualify them for disability benefits.
• Veterans who have been exposed to radiation likely have a disability claim. Our veteran's disability lawyers will find out for you.   
  Veterans of a foreign war need to know what to look for with regard to radiation exposure. Read our veteran's disability library article to learn if you are at risk, and to read about your legal options.
• Veterans with Lou Gehrig's disease NEED a lawyer. As one of the top Veteran's Disability Law Firms in the country, we can help.   
  Recent studies show an increase in the number of veterans who are developing Lou Gehrig's disease. Learn why at Keller & Keller's Veteran's disability law site.
• You are a veteran with Cushing's Syndrome, and we are the veteran's disability law firm that can help you.   
  Thousands of our veterans are returning with disabilities. Cushing's Syndrome is a disability that can qualify a veteran for disability payments, and we know how to help.
• Veterans that have suffered a brain injury now have a choice.   
  Recent changes in our law now favor veterans suffering from brain injuries. NOW you have the right to CHOOSE who fights for your veteran's disability claim.
• Recent changes in our law now favor veterans suffering from Agent Orange exposure. NOW you have the right to CHOOSE who fights for your veteran's disability claim.   
  Veterans are still suffering and dying from the effects of Agent Orange. It's tragic, but there may be hope in the form of unclaimed veteran's disability benefits.
• You are a veteran that has suffered from hearing loss. Our veteran's disability lawyer would like to tell you how they can help you.   
  Recent changes in our law now favor veterans suffering from hearing loss. NOW you have the right to CHOOSE who fights for your veteran's disability claim.

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Construction Site Accidents:

• Construction Site Fall Accidents: A Common Cause Of Injuries And Deaths   
  Fall injuries are one of the most common types of construction site injuries. In this article, learn about the different types of construction site fall injuries, such as scaffolding falls, ladder falls, and roof falls - as well as how these serious accidents can be prevented.
• New Mexico Construction Site Accidents: Electrocution   
  If construction companies do not properly train their works or properly prepare the construction site, a serious electrocution accident and electrocution injury could take place. New Mexico electrocution construction accidents can happen both to electricians and non-electrician workers as well.
• Construction Site Safety Basics: Equipment Safety Features | Indiana Construction Site Accident Attorney   
  In many cases, heavy equipment manufacturers design their machines to include safety features that prevent construction site accidents and injuries. Unfortunately, construction workers or construction companies can rig or disable these safety features in order to work more quickly. As we saw in Indiana this month, this can have deadly consequences.
• Construction Site Accidents: Burns | Construction Accident Injury Lawyer   
  One of the most common type of construction site accidents is burns - a serious and sometimes fatal injury that could require multiple surgeries, lost wages, long-term pain, scarring, disfigurement, and years of rehabilitation. Learn more about how construction site accident burns occur and what the consequences of a construction site burn injury are.
• Common Construction Site Accidents | Construction Accident Attorneys   
  Construction workers leave each morning to work one of the most dangerous jobs in the country. All too often, construction workers are the victims of on-the-job accidents including construction site falls, construction site overexertion, construction site blasts, construction site heavy equipment accidents, and construction site blunt force trauma.
• Ladder Safety and OSHA Requirements   
  If you're an injured construction worker, and a ladder is partly to blame for your injuries, read about OSHA's ladder requirements. The standards are strict and its very likely your ladder may not have been in compliance.
• Scaffold Safety and OSHA Requirements   
  Each year, construction workers are injured and even die in scaffold accidents at construction sites. Are you familiar with the OSHA scaffold safety requirements, and do you know the common causes of construction site scaffold accidents?
• Construction Site Safety Basics: Safety Clothing   
  Construction sites are dangerous places - and not wearing the proper safety clothing and safety equipment can lead to construction site accidents and construction site injuries. What are the basic construction site preventative measures, and how do they protect against on-the-job construction site and industrial accidents?
• Construction Accident Statistics   
  How often do construction site accidents occur, and how serious are they? How many construction workers die each year in the United States, and what are the most common reasons for construction worker injury? Find out this and more from our construction site accident statistics.

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Dog Bites:

• Indiana Dog Bite Law: A Closer Look at Dog Owner Negligence   
  An Indiana dog owner may be responsible for a dog-bite incident and dog-bite injury compensation if the victim can prove that the pet owner was negligent.
• A Sick Or Injured Dog Is A Dangerous Dog   
  When a dog is sick, injured, and scared, it is more likely to be aggressive and bite. Here's what you should do if you find a stray injured dog.
• How To Choose An Indianapolis Dog Bite Attorney   
  When you are struggling with recovering from a dog attack and with your insurance company, it is difficult to also grapple with choosing an Indiana dog bite attorney. Below we have provided a few tips to help you find the best dog bite attorney for your own needs.
• It Is Vital To Properly Clean And Bandage Dog Bite Wounds   
  Even seemingly minor dog bites can lead to serious infections and complications if they are not treated properly or bandaged properly. When you suffer from a dog attack, be sure to see your doctor so that you can have your puncture wounds properly seen by a medical professional. If you have a dog attack legal case, call a dog bite attorney today.
• When It Comes To Dog Bites, Rabies Is Still An Issue   
  You might not hear about cases often, but rabies is still a real problem in Indiana - and a common way of contracting rabies is through dog bites. Be sure to read this article for more information on rabies and dog bites as well as guidelines for keeping your family safe from rabies.
• Chances Are You Know The Dog That Will Attack You   
  Stray dogs and strange dogs are rarely the dogs that bite you or your children. Instead, you are much more likely to be attacked by your own dog, the dog of a friend or relative, or a dog in your neighborhood.
• What Should Happen To Aggressive Dogs That Bite?   
  What is the fate of a dog that bites a human in Indiana? In most cases, the dog is simply returned to its owner. In other cases, the dog might be kept at animal control or put down. Some owners decide to put their pet to sleep after a dog attack incident, while others take the risk of keeping their pet despite its violent history.
• Will Breed-Specific Laws Reduce The Rate Of Dog Attacks In Indiana And Illinois?   
  Some cities in Indiana and Illinois have passed or are considering passing breed-specific dog bite ordinances that affect families who own pit bulls and rottweilers. Learn more about what these city laws entail and what animal lovers and safety experts think about the new dog laws.
• Ten Ways Dog Bites Happen In Indiana   
  Dog bites are often not accidental - they happen because someone was acting inappropriately with an animal or because the dog's owner was not properly caring for their pet. In this article, we have listed some of the most common reasons that dog bites occur in Indiana. While some of these reasons involve premises liability, others do not.
• Elderly Are At High Risk For Dog Attacks In Indiana   
  While children are the most likely victims of a serious dog bite or dog attack in Indiana, senior citizens and the elderly are the second most likely victims. Learn more about why seniors are in dangerous of aggressive dog attacks and what you can do to help keep the elderly in your neighborhood safe from dog bites.
• Choosing A Non-Aggressive Dog For A Pet | Illinois & Indiana Dog Bite Lawyer   
  Having an aggressive dog isn't just a hassle for you, the dog owner. It can also lead to serious injury and serious legal consequences. This article provides potential dog owners with tips concerning how to choose an non-aggressive dog to join your family.
• Dangerous Dog Alert: Wolf Hybrids More Likely To Bite | Dog Bite & Dog Attack Attorney   
  In recent years, wolf hybrids have gained popularity across the country - and estimates state that millions of people keep them as pets. But are wolf-dogs more likely to act aggressively, attack, and bite humans? Read more about the dangers of owning wolf hybrids and about some infamous wolf-dog hybrid attacks that have taken place in Michigan and Indiana.
• How Runners Can Protect Against Dog Attacks   
  Running in your neighborhood is a great form of exercise and a wonderful way to enjoy the day. However, runners and joggers should be aware that dangerous dogs may be around every corner. Learn the best way for runners and joggers to prevent dog bites and dog attacks.
• Indianapolis is one of U.S. 30 biggest cities, yet lacks dog license requirements   
  The lack of dog licensing requirements in Indianapolis have created 2 major problems: unwated pets running loose and the increased risk of dog attacks that leave the victim without recourse.
• Do I Still Have A Case If I Was Bitten In A Dog Park?   
  Dogs are allowed to roam leash-free in city and town dog parks -- but are they allowed to bite or attack a human without consequences? Find out what you need to know about dog park dog bite cases.
• Dog Bite Prevention For Children   
  Over two million children a year are bitten by dogs - it is vital for you to teach your children how to properly interact with pets and how to prevent serious dog bites, dog attacks, and dog maulings.
• What To Do Immediately After A Dog Bite   
  Dog bites can be traumatic - and they can happen in seconds. You will have multiple concerns immediately after a dog attack, including your health, the safety of others, and the location of the aggressive dog. Do you know what to do first?
• Types of dogs most likely to bite   
  If you have children, or are thinking of bringing a dog into your home, see which breed made Keller & Keller's list of 'dogs most likely to bite'.
• Indiana and Michigan Dog Bite Laws   
  Do you know what Indiana or Michigan's dog bite law says? View our quick dog bite law summary to learn your rights.
• Compensation for Dog Bites   
  Our FREE report "Dog Bite & Animal Attack Guide" explains your rights if you have been bitten or attacked by an animal.
• How to Avoid Dog Bites   
  Although some dog bite accidents and animal attacks are impossible to prevent, there are ways to keep you and your family safe from aggressive dogs and dangerous animal situations.
• Dog Bite Facts   
  A list of dog bite facts that will surprise you and most dog owners.
• How Much Is My Dog Bite Injury Claim Worth?   
  This helpful document covers how much your dog bite injury case is worth, and how the value of something like a tragic accident that involves injury could possibly have a dollar value attached to it.

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DePuy Hip Implant Lawsuit:

• Experts: DePuy Hip Implants Suffer Multiple Dangerous Design Flaws   
  A number of doctors and other experts have examined the DePuy hip implant devices and come to the conclusion that the medical product suffers from several troubling design flaws that could lead to serious health complications. The experts noted that the hip cup is too shallow to allow for stability and that the metal-on-metal contact could create dangerous shards of material to enter the body.

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Actos | Diabetes Drug Lawsuit:

• Indiana Defective Drug Attorney: Actos Side Effects   
  The Indianapolis defective drug lawyers at Keller & Keller list the dangerous side effects of the diabetes drug Actos, including bladder cancer.

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Slip and Fall:

• Indiana State Fair Tragedy Has Many Wondering: Are Outdoor Concerts Safe?   
  After a stage collapse killed seven people at the State Fair, Indiana officials are wondering if outdoor concerts and stages need better safety regulations.
• The Most Common Slip And Fall Injuries   
  Learn about four common serious injuries that slip and fall victims suffer from, including head injuries, broken hips, back injuries, and ligament tears.
• Parking Garages And Parking Ramps Are A Common Location For Slip And Fall Accidents In Indiana   
  One of the most common places that slip, trip, and fall accidents take place is inside parking garages, parking ramps, and other parking structure. In this article, read examples of parking garage premises liability cases and details on how to determine whether your parking lot injury deserves compensation.
• A Lack Of Security Can Lead To Premises Liability Lawsuits   
  When most people think about premises liability, they think of slip and fall accidents. But premises liability cases can also involve inadequate security, lack of security, improper security, or negligent security. Learn more about how property owners are lawfully required to keep their grounds safe for guests, visitors, or renters.
• Dangerous Conditions In Hotels And Motels Can Lead To Injuries   
  If you slip, fall, or become otherwise injured while staying at a hotel, motel, inn, or resort, you could have a premises liability lawsuit. If your injury could have been prevented if not for the carelessness of the hotel, talk to a premises liability attorney today about your hotel fall accident and injury.
• Who’s Fault Is My Injury? Amusement Park Accidents In Indiana or Illinois   
  As summer approaches, you may be planning a trip to a County Fair or amusement park - but be wary: thousands of people are injured at amusement parks each year. Learn more about Indiana amusement park accidents, premises liability, and negligence. Also learn more about common amusement park accidents and injuries.
• How To Avoid A Slip And Fall | Slip And Fall Prevention In Ice And Snow   
  A nine-tip checklist to help pedestrians avoid harmful outdoor winter threats and reduce the number of slip and fall accidents. Use these slip and fall safety tips to have a trip and fall free winter.
• Slip and Fall Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)   
  Slips and falls can happen in a variety of different locations and for a number of different reasons - do you know if you should consult a lawyer regarding your slip and fall injury? These frequently asked questions may give you greater insight into why slips and falls happen and what you should do if you are injured in an accident.
• Slip and Fall Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ), Part Two   
  In this article, we answer even more slip and fall frequently asked questions: is my landlord responsible if I slip and fall in my apartment? What happens if I injure myself while visiting a friend's house? How can I prevent slips and falls as a business owner? What are the most common sites for slips and falls?
• How Much Is My Slip and Fall Injury Claim Worth?   
  This helpful document covers how much your injury case is worth, and how the value of something like a tragic accident that involves injury could possibly have a dollar value attached to it.
• Have You Had A Slip And Fall In A Grocery Store?   
  Many of the Indiana's slip and fall accidents don't occur in construction sites, sidewalks, or restaurants - they occur in our grocery stores and supermarkets. If you are injured in a food market slip and fall accident, you should contact a legal professional immediately.
• Winter Slip and Fall Safety Tips   
  Many slip and fall accidents happen on snowy or icy sidewalks and parking lots during the winter months. Some of these accidents can be prevented and some of the injuries made less severe if you are familiar with how to safely walk in bad weather situations.
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Defective Prescription Drugs:

• Is Your Weight Loss Supplement Safe? An Indiana Defective Drug Attorney Lays Out The Facts.   
  Many Americans don't realize that the FDA does not test or approve weight loss supplements until after they are on the market. Hundreds have been recalled.
• Focus On A Prescription Drug: Fosamax Osteoporosis Medication   
  Since it was put on the market in 1995, hundreds of users of the osteoporosis drug Fosamax have reported serious complications from using the drug that were not listed as side effects. many are suffering from pain, breathing problems, and digestive problems - but the biggest complaint involves "dead jaw" a serious jaw infection that can take place after dental work.
• Chicago Tribune: Spanish Prescription Drug Labels Can Be Dangerous   
  A new study written about in the Chicago Tribune explores just how inaccurate and confusing prescription drug instructions and labels can be when they are translated from English into Spanish using computers. The study found that an average of 50 percent of the labels are confusing or incorrect.
• Focus On A Prescription Drug: Avandia | IL Defective Drug Lawyer   
  Avandia is a popular Type 2 diabetes prescription drug that is taken by millions of people in the United States. But a number of studies have shown that the drug may carry a serious risk of heart disease and heart attack.
• Focus On A Prescription Drug: Cipro Antibiotic | Defective Prescription Drug Attorney   
  The powerful antibiotic Cipro has been in use in the United States for decades - but recently the FDA has announced that the bacteria-fighting prescription drug can be dangerous and harmful to the patients who take it. Learn more about Cipro class action lawsuits and defective drugs claims as well as the relationship between taking Cipro and having serious tendon problems.
• Focus On A Prescription Drug: Paxil | Defective Prescription Drug Lawyer   
  Paxil is the world's number one choice for fighting depression and anxiety - but is it potentially dangerous? While millions of people in America take the antidepressant, some have collected shocking evidence that Paxil could cause fetal heart defects and suicidal tendencies. Others say that the drug is harmful to children - and the drug company that makes the drug may know it.
• Defective Drugs: What Should I Do If A Drug I Take Is Recalled? | Defective Drug Lawyers   
  If you are taking a drug that you think is making you healthier, what happens when you read a warning or a recall in the news that says your prescription drug may be defective or dangerous? Often, the best thing to do is to read the FDA's press release very carefully and talk to your doctor about the drug recall or drug warning.
• Homeopathic Drugs – Not Tested For Safety By The FDA?   
  While some drugs are tested, scrutinized, and regulated by the Food & Dug Administration, other medical products, such as homeopathic drugs, are not examined by the FDA at all. Now the recent Zicam health warning has revealed the scary truth about homeopathic drugs and the FDA.
• What You Should Know About The FDA   
  How does the Food & Drug Administration keep our families safe from harmful drugs and supplements, and do they ever fail at their job? Learn more about the responsibilities and the shortcomings of the FDA.

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Medical Malpractice:

• New Study Sheds Light On Medical Malpractice Lawsuits   
  New research on medical malpractice lawsuits and the physicians they affect has revealed the complexities of the medical malpractice tort reform issue.
• Spoliation of Evidence & Indiana Medical Malpractice Claims   
  A recent Indiana Supreme Court case involved the spoliation of evidence and a birth injury medical malpractice case at Howard Community Hospital.
• Should The Military Be Protected From Medical Malpractice Lawsuits?   
  Many are fighting the law that states that the military can't be sued for medical malpractice - but the Supreme Court has chosen not to hear the case.
• Medical Abandonment Is A Form Of Medical Malpractice   
  Medical abandonment is a form of medical malpractice in which a medical professional leaves a patient in need without proper notice or new medical care.
• Prevent Medical Malpractice Incidents During Your Hospital Stay   
  You can help prevent medical errors during a hospital stay by asking questions, being aware of your medication, and bringing an advocate with you.
• Medical Errors Go Up When Your Surgeon Reports To Work After A Night Of Drinking   
  A new study has revealed that doctors who drink the night before an operation may make more medical mistakes during surgery.
• Northwest Indiana Paper: Doctors Underreport Child Abuse   
  A shocking new study reveals that 27 percent of medical professionals in Indiana neglect to report suspicions of child abuse to authorities - despite a state law requiring them to do so. These mistakes can lead to the death or serious injury of a child as well as Indiana medical malpractice suits.
• How Common Are Laser Eye Surgery Mistakes In Illinois And Chicago?   
  After a Chicago doctor was stripped of his privilege of conducting lasik eye surgery, many are wondering how safe eye surgeries are when doctors are grossly negligent and careless. Learn about common eye surgery mistakes and lasik eye surgery medical malpractice examples.
• Surgical Errors: What Can Go Wrong In The Operating Room | Medical Malpractice Lawyer   
  There are many different types of medical malpractice - but surgical errors are some of the most common types of medical malpractice as well as one of the most dangerous. Learn about the major types of surgical errors and how they occur in the operating room.
• Common Birth Injury: Cerebral Palsy   
  Cerebral palsy is a complex condition that can have many causes. However, a significant number of cerebral palsy cases are caused by poor decisions or inappropriate actions taken by doctors and nurses during the birth and labor process.
• Prescription Mistakes And Medication Mistakes   
  Has your doctor or pharmacist given you or a loved one the wrong prescription, the wrong prescription combination, or the wrong amount of medication? These common mistakes are a form of medical malpractice that could lead to serious injury or death. Learn more about prescription errors.
• Which Diseases Are Commonly Misdiagnosed, Not Diagnosed, Or Under Diagnosed?   
  Have you heard of a painless heart attack? Do you know the correct diagnostic tests that should be paired with your symptoms? Protect yourself from a wrong diagnosis or a failure to diagnose by becoming familiar with some of the most commonly under diagnosed diseases and conditions.
• What is Indiana’s Medical Malpractice Act?   
  Indiana was the first state to draw up a specific set of laws geared toward the handling of medical malpractice cases. These laws strive to protect both doctors and hospitals as well as patients, victims, and their families.
• Heart Attack Misdiagnosis   
  You wouldn't think that a heart attack would be tough to diagnose, but in fact, it is one of the most common misdiagnosed conditions in the country. Be sure that your doctor doesn't overlook your heart attack.
• Medical Malpractice Statistics   
  Instances of medical malpractice are rampant in the United States, including Indiana, Illinois, and New Mexico. However, only a fraction of cases are ever bright to light. This article reveals some frightening numbers about the state of medical malpractice in our country.

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Brain Injury Resource Center:

• What Is Talk And Die Syndrome?   
  How do you know when to go to the hospital following a brain injury or head injury? Unfortunately, it can often be hard to tell whether you've had a minor bump on the head or a serious traumatic brain injury that needs immediate medical attention. Learn more about talk and die syndrome.
• Brain Injury Statistics   
  Did you know that the lifetime cost of care for someone surviving a TBI can reach $4 million? This statisitc is one of many that may surprise you.
• Brain Injury Resource Center Overview   
  Our evolving Brain Injury Resource Center offers a free online library that will provide visitors with brain injury types, statistics, treatment methods, names of organizations devoted to brain injury study, frequently asked questions, the Glasgow Coma Scale, and several other helpful documents.
• Brain Injury FAQ   
  19 of the most common questions about brain injuries.
• The Glasgow Coma Scale   
  The Glasgow Coma Scale, or Glasgow Coma Score, is a neurological scale that was designed to give doctors a reliable, objective way of recording the conscious state of someone that has suffered a head or brain injury.
• Brain Injury Organizations   

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Accident Injury Types:

• How to Chose an Attorney--questions to ask a lawyer before you make your choice   
  12 questions to ask a lawyer before you make your choice.
• Wrongful Death Resource Center   
  Indiana Wrongful Death Resource Center
• Eye Injury   
• Hand Injury   
• SLAP Tear   
• Pregnant Women, Car Accidents, and the Unborn Baby   
  A highly informative document discussing pregnancy and car crashes presented to you at no cost by the law firm of Keller & Keller. Your right to legal representation and recovery for you and your unborn child should not be overlooked.
• Whiplash Injury   
• TMJ Injury   
• Rotator Cuff Tear   
• Herniated Disc   
• Broken Bones and Fractures   
• Burn Injury Resource Center   
• Closed Head Injury   
• Spinal Cord Injury Resource Center   
• DUI & DWI Resource Centers   

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FDA and Prescription Drugs:

• Reglan   
• Terms and Definitions Associated with Oral Sodium Phosphates   
  Your free list of terms and definitions associated with Oral Sodium Phosphates and Class Action Lawsuits, courtesy of Keller & Keller. Our glossary of terms provides you with important and specific key words that will be associated with your OSP case.
• Oral Sodium Phosphates Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)   
  Oral Sodium Phosphate has been in the news - and on the minds of those who have used the oral laxative in the past. The FDA is calling for more clinical trials and for warning labels to be added to the drug's boxes. Do you know the basic facts of OSP and how it could effect you?
• What are the Side Effects of Colonoscopy Preps? OsmoPrep, Visicol, Fleet Oral Sodium Phosphates   
  View a list of common and severe side effects linked to Oral Sodium Phosphates. The FDA has provided evidence that certain colonoscopy preps can lead to acute kidney injury.
• Accolate Lawsuit Information   
• ADHD DRUGS   
• AMIODARONE   
• AVANDIA   
• BAYCOL   
• BENZENE   
• BEXTRA   
• CARDURA   
• CELEBREX   
• CIPRO   
• CLOZARIL   
• COMFREY   
• DURACT   
• EPHEDRA   
• FEN PHEN   
• FENTANYL   
• FOSAMAX   
• GAMIMUNE   
• KETEK   
• LAMISIL   
• LOTRONEX   
• LYMERIX   
• MOBIC   
• NEURONTIN   
• OXYCONTIN   
• PROPULSID   
• RAPLON   
• REZULIN   
• SERZONE   
• SPORANOX   
• STADOL   
• STEVENS JOHNSON SYNDROME   
• SYNTHROID   
• THIMEROSAL   
• ZYBAN   
• ZYPREXA   

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General:

• Indiana State Fair State Collapse Draws Attention To Wrongful Death Lawsuits And Same-Sex Partners   
  The deadly Indiana State Fair stage collapse has raised a number of questions about same-sex marriages and who can bring wrongful death lawsuits.
• Indiana State Fairground officials will be asked to help provide answers for massive stage collapse   
  Indiana State Fair investigation is needed following stage collapse tragedy.
• Napa Home & Garden firepot fuel gel claims are being made right now. If you suffered a burn as a result of a fuel gel explosion, you may have a claim.   
  Fuel gel explosions have been found responsible for recent burn injuries--Napa Home & Garden may be liable for the Firepot explosion that has left you injured.
• Can Veterans With Hearing Loss Or Deafness Get Disability Benefits?   
  Learn more about how veterans who have suffered from military-related hearing loss or deafness may be eligible for veterans disability benefits.
• What To Do About Aggressive Dogs In Your Neighborhood   
  Making certain to report dangerous and aggressive dogs -- both to your local animal control and to the dog's owner -- is important for several different reasons. In this dog bite article, learn what to do if there is an aggressive pet in your neighborhood.
• Our History   
• Swimming Pool Liability: Drowning and Personal Injury   
  Are you a pool owner, or maybe thinking about buying a pool? If so, do you know the legal responsibilities you have as a pool owner? View Keller & Keller's article that discusses the legal and financial risks you face, as well as misconceptions about swimming pool dangers.
• Indiana Super Lawyers   
• Martindale-Hubbell: AV-rated   
• Million Dollar Advocates Forum   
• The Keller & Keller Pledge   
• What's My Case Worth?   
• Our Awards   
• Bus Crashes and Bus Roll-Overs   
• Police Reports   
  The lawyers at Keller & Keller discuss common questions you likely have regarding your police report. Keller & Keller also tells you what you can do about any possible errors that your report may contain.

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