A tort is a civil wrong-doing; an action that is either purposeful or unintentional. In fact, the term “tort” literally means to harm, twist, or wrong in the Latin language. Damages resulting from these civil wrong-doings are remedied and remunerated by tort laws. Rather than being prosecuted by state or national governments, civil lawsuits are generally pursued by the plaintiffs or victims themselves, privately. It is common for victims or families of victims to outsource professional legal counsel following a personal injury accident, in order to purse compensation for their related and prolonged damages.
Torts wrongfully cause injury or harm to another person. As mentioned before, these injuries can either result from negligence or intent. The chief purpose behind tort law is to protect individuals that have suffered serious injuries as a result of another person or entity’s negligence or intent. It protects victims of personal injury by providing relief for pain, suffering, and exemplary damages incurred; as well as, to thwart others from committing the same negligence acts.
Negligent Torts
When a tort or accident is negligent rather than deliberate, it is neither intended nor expected. This is the principle difference between negligent and intentional torts. There are several types of negligent torts. The most common include drunk driving or motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall accidents, child injuries, dog bites, pedestrian accidents, and more. Although these accidents happen without deliberate intent, the person responsible for causing injury to another is the party that is held accountable in a court of law. This brings us to Strict Liability Law.
Strict liability happens when a tort occurs, even though a person or company took all necessary precautions to prevent it, or never intended for it to happen in the first place. One example to better understand strict liability is product defect lawsuits. A children’s toy may cause a toddler to choke, even though the manufacturer took all necessary precautions to avoid such an accident from occurring. Another example would be statutory rape, minor liabilities, and abnormally dangerous activities (i.e. watercraft sports, rock climbing, snowboarding, etc.). Although all of these accidents occur unintentionally, they are still perceived as negligence in the eyes of the court. Tort law allows victims of such accidents to recover compensation for damages resulting from their injuries.
Intentional Torts
Unlike negligent torts, intentional torts can lead to imprisonment and jail time. This is because an intentional tort was deliberate, planned, and calculated. Examples of intentional tort includes assault, battery, rape, defamation, trespassing, false imprisonment, bullying, and more. If a person causes a tort by choice with the understanding of what will happen to a victim, they can be held accountable for compensation and persecution by the court of law.
Indianapolis Tort Lawyers
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Call Craven, Hoover, and Blazek P.C. at 317-881-2700 for more information about tort law and tort lawsuits in Indianapolis, Indiana. Personal injury attorney, Daniel Craven, and his fellow accident lawyers, are well-versed in tort law and can answer your questions anytime. We offer free initial consultations to assess whether or not you have a case. We care about our clients and fight hard to obtain the full and fair compensation they deserve. That is one reason why we never collect attorney fees unless we prevail for you! Call our Indianapolis personal injury law firm at 317-881-2700 and schedule your free initial appointment to discuss your tort accident in Indiana today!
With the new website officially launched, now is the preeminent time to introduce the personal injury attorneys at Craven, Hoover, and Blazek P.C. in Indianapolis, Indiana. Daniel Craven, Ralph Hoover, and Keith Blazek work fervently to obtain compensation for victims injured in accidents caused by anothers’ negligence. Their achievements and success in numerous personal injury cases are both impressive and notable proof of their proficiency in personal injury law.
Let’s take a closer look at each personal injury attorney at Craven Hoover Blazek P.C. and their past and current accomplishments within each of their careers. Continue reading to learn about each attorney, how they have earned their solid reputation, and where to get proficient legal guidance you can trust.
R. Daniel Craven
Attorney Dan Craven practices various areas of law including personal injury in Indianapolis. Ninety percent of his practice is personal injury; while other areas of his practice include wills, trusts, and probate. In fact, 70% of his practice is dedicated to litigation. Here are some of the areas of personal injury R. Daniel Craven focuses on:
R. Daniel Craven Personal Injury Lawyer Indiana
• Motorcycle Injury Accidents • Automotive Injury Accidents • General Personal Injury Accidents • Truck Injury Accidents • Car Accidents • Slip, Trip, and Falls • Probate • Estate Administration • And More
R. Daniel Craven has achieved a lot in his years of education and experience in personal injury law; starting with finalizing his Indiana Bar Admissions in 1987 through the U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana and Southern District of Indiana. As for his education, R. Daniel Craven completed his studies at Ohio Northern University Pettit College of Law for his J.D. after receiving his bachelor’s degree in history at Bethany College in Bethany, West Virginia. Before then, he studied biology at Bucknell University in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania. As a member of the American Trial Lawyers and Indiana Trial Lawyers, he is certainly an accomplished and knowledgeable personal injury attorney in Indianapolis that can offer you help and answer any questions you have about a recent personal injury for you or a loved one. Refer to the bottom of the page for contact information and website addresses.
E. Ralph Hoover
Attorney Ralph Hoover has a lot to offer as a personal injury lawyer in Indianapolis Indiana. Seventy percent of his practice is dedicated to personal injury; while other areas of his practice are dedicated to workers compensation, medical malpractice, products liability, and more. Even more impressive, 100% of his practice is devoted to litigation. He retains a passion for helping injured victims hurt in accidents caused by the negligence of others. He has years of experience helping injured victims recover fair and full compensation for their damages. E. Ralph Hoover concentrates on various areas of personal injury litigation; including the following:
E. Ralph Hoover Personal Injury Lawyer Indiana 317-881-2700
• Personal Injury Accidents • Motorcycle Injury Accidents • Workers’ Compensation Injury Accidents • Medical Malpractice Injury Accidents • Motor Vehicle Injury Accidents • Burn Victim Injury Accidents • Product Liability Injury Accidents • Boating Injury Accidents • And More
He completed his Indiana bar admissions in 1996 by the U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana and the District Court of Southern Indiana. He attended the St. Joseph College in Rensselaer, IN. As a member of the Phi Alpha Delta, he obtained his bachelor’s degree while on the Dean’s list on the Dean’s list and as an honor student. He was certainly a talented and hard-working student. Following St. Joseph College, he achieved his J.D. at Indiana University school of Law in Indianapolis. He is also a long time member of the American Trial Lawyers and Indiana Trial Lawyers associations. If you are loved one were injured in an accident as a result of the negligence of another person or entity, Ralph Hoover is certainly a trusted and reputable choice as a personal injury lawyer in Indianapolis, Indiana. As mentioned before refer to the bottom of the blog for contact and website information.
Keith G. Blazek
Keith Blazek Personal Injury Lawyer
Attorney Keith G. Blazek has been practicing personal injury law for several years. He is a highly dedicated, educated, and knowledgeable personal injury lawyer with the experience and motivation you are looking for in an accident attorney. Ninety percent of his practice is dedicated to personal injury; while other areas of his practice include wills, trusts, and probate. Even better, 80% of his practice is dedicated to litigation. He also has extensive experience representing various other personal injury cases; such as:
• Personal Injury Accidents • Dog/Animal Bites or Attacks • Drunk Driving Injury Accidents • Automotive Injury Accidents • Probate • Estate Administrations • And More
Attorney Keith G. Blazek has spent decades improving his proficiency and personal injury law and litigation. He finalized his bar admissions in 1998, through the U.S. District Court Northern District of Indiana and Southern District of Indiana. He received his bachelor’s degree in criminal justice at Indiana University in Bloomington, Indiana; and later on, received his J.D. at Indiana University School of Law in Indianapolis. He, as well, is a member of the Indiana Trial Lawyers and the America Trial Lawyers associations. He is also bilingual and offers his personal injury law services to Spanish-speaking clients in Indiana. If you are looking for a dedicated, proficient, and skilled personal injury attorney in Indianapolis, Keith G. Blazek is the attorney for you.
The Law Office of Craven, Hoover, and Blazek P.C. in Indianapolis, Indiana
Personal Injury Law Firm 317-881-2700
If you are loved one were recently injured in an accident caused by the negligence of another person or entity in Indianapolis, call the Law office of Craven, Hoover, and Blazek P.C. at 317-881-2700 right away. The sooner you pursue a personal injury case the more likely you are to recover compensation for your damages. The attorneys at our law office are highly capable of obtaining the compensation you deserve following a personal injury accident. They have successfully recovered remuneration for abundance of clients and Indiana, and can do the same for you or your loved ones. We offer free initial consultations and never charge any fees and less they prevail for you!To speak with a live legal representative, call 317-881-2700 and get answers to your personal injury questions in Indianapolis, Indiana today.
