You’ve probably seen the footage of New York Yankees legend Lou Gehrig giving his poignant retirement speech in 1939. Gehrig was diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), an incurable, fatal brain disease which became known as Lou Gehrig’s disease.
The field of traumatic brain injury is benefiting from a substantial amount of ongoing investigation conducted by [...]

John Young has written several blog postings about the firestorm surrounding IMPD officer David Bisard who was involved in a collision while operating his police cruiser allegedly under the influence of alcohol. A motorcycle operator lost his life in the accident. There was no field-sobriety test taken administered at the scene which is in part [...]

A motorcyclist without a helmet tragically died in Indianapolis in the early morning hours on July 23 when he crashed into a light pole. According to witnesses, the man, 42, was going about 100 mph on Madison Avenue when he lost control. He died at the scene. Police indicated that alcohol did not appear to [...]

What Causes Car Crashes on Indiana Roads?

July 22, 2010 | Comments Off

Especially (but not only) when highways are clogged with vacation traffic, it is crucial to drive defensively and stay alert. Following the rules of the road all year round makes an essential contribution to traffic safety. While a motorist has no control over the behavior of others, a driver has complete responsibility for his or [...]

In a famous, recurring sketch, the Monty Python comedy group used to joke that nobody expects the Spanish Inquisition. No one really expects a car to come crashing through your front door, either, but the following incident suggests that you can’t be totally safe from the actions of a drunk driver, even if your own [...]

Trooper Killed By Alleged Drunk Driver

June 22, 2010 | Comments Off

As everyone knows, last night was Game 7 of the NBA Championship between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics. A horrific highway accident out of Massachusetts may have a connection with the deciding game. A state trooper who had pulled over another driver weaving across lanes in an Acura on suspicion of drunk [...]

Teen Sleep Deprivation and Car Accidents

June 11, 2010 | Comments Off

We’ve discussed previously in this blog how a new driver behind the wheel can create a lethal weapon. Minors have less driving experience, and inexperience (and often lack of maturity and good judgment) means less ability to control a car in an emergency. Drinking and texting are usually key factors in a car wreck, and [...]

Mathias Kiwanuka, the New York Giants defensive end, and his brother Benedict, were riding their motorcycles in Indianapolis on May 28 when Benedict apparently crashed into a car pulling out of an apartment complex. Police indicate that Benedict was not wearing a helmet and was thrown some 100 feet by the impact. Media reports indicate [...]

This blog has often focused on the health hazards arising from a brain injury. Two players in Last night’s hotly contested NBA playoff game between the Orlando Magic and Boston Celtics left the game with concussions.
On an everyday basis, however, this kind of injury usually occurs after a car wreck or in a slip-and-fall accident.  [...]

Indianapolis Auto Accidents – part 2

May 25, 2010 | Comments Off

John P. Young is your Indiana Injury Attorney. Mr. Young has been an Indiana Injury Attorney practicing in Indianapolis for more than 22 years. At Young and Young we work only for Hoosiers who have been severely injured. We handle injury cases arising out of car crashes, highway accidents, semi tractor-trailer accidents, [...]

Indianapolis auto accidents

May 24, 2010 | Comments Off

John P. Young is your Indiana Truck accident lawyer. Mr. Young practices truck accident Injury law out of Indianapolis. Mr. Young’s practice includes all highway accidents including semi tractor-trailer accidents, large truck accidents, bus accidents , motor cycle accidents and car accidents.
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A serious brain injury can happen in a number of different ways.  The most common cause of brain injury is a trauma from a slip-and-fall accident or an auto crash. Separately, it is widely acknowledged that brain trauma has become the “signature” injury in Iraq and Afghanistan combat. Treatment breakthroughs for our military vets will also help [...]

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