Understanding Pedestrian Accident Claims in Indiana 🚗 Pedestrian accidents can have devastating consequences, leaving victims with serious injuries and financial burdens. In Indiana, understanding your rights and the legal process is crucial for seeking fair compensation. This article provides essential tips and information to help you navigate pedestrian accident claims in Indiana. Indiana's Laws Protecting Pedestrians Indiana law prioritizes pedestrian safety. Motorists have a legal duty to exercise reasonable care to avoid hitting pedestrians. Key Indiana statutes affecting pedestrian accidents include: 🚦 IC 9-21-17-1: Requires drivers to yield the right-of-way to pedestrians in crosswalks. 🚶♀️ IC 9-21-17-7: Addresses situations where pedestrians are crossing outside of crosswalks, stating they must yield the right-of-way to vehicles, but drivers still have a duty to exercise due care. 🛑 IC 9-21-8-37: Prohibits parking in crosswalks or in such a...
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