Types of Cases

Wrongful Death

When a loved one dies, the family often has the right to make a "wrongful death" claim. The loss of a loved one can also be compounded by financial uncertainty. Death claims are usually more complicated than people expect.

Indiana has three different wrongful death statutes. Whether the death occurs due to a vehicle collision, medical mistake, or other means, the right statute must be applied. Indiana also has caps on damages (money that can be recovered) in some death cases. Distribution of money collected on a claim can also be complicated. Roby & Manges Law Firm has the experience and knowledge to handle these claims in a sensitive, professional, and competent manner.

Vehicle Accidents

Cars: A police report may seem to clearly place the blame on the other driver. However, insurance companies often argue that the injured person is partly at fault anyway to reduce the amount of money they must pay. Roby & Manges Law Firm uses professional investigation and legal knowledge to combat these insurance tactics.

Trucks: When a truck collides with a smaller vehicle, the effect can be devastating. This can be compounded by the truck driver denying fault. There are documents and electronic recorders on most trucks that must be found and preserved to help prove liability in these cases. Roby & Manges Law Firm has the knowledge to do this.

Motorcycles: When "bikers" are hit by larger vehicles, they are often too injured to give their side of the story to the police. There is often a bias against motorcyclists that leads to incorrect conclusions by the police about fault for the collision. Roby & Manges Law Firm can start an investigation early in the case which can help prove who was really at fault.

Pedestrian hit by vehicle: Many people may not realize that when pedestrians are hit by a car their own insurance may have benefits that can help, even if the car was a "hit and run." Pedestrians' injuries are often so severe that they can't help prove fault in their own case. The auto driver will often claim that the pedestrian "came out of nowhere." Roby & Manges Law Firm has the investigative resources to reverse such injustices.

Bicyclist hit by vehicle: When a car hits a bicyclist, the car usually "wins." Bikers are often too injured to give their side of the story. An early investigation by Roby & Manges Law Firm can help set the record straight. Often, the biker's own auto insurance has benefits that can be of great help during the case. Roby & Manges Law Firm can help find such benefits.

Medical Negligence

Medical Malpractice: Studies show that thousands of patients die each year from medical errors. Drug errors alone kill thousands more. Deaths due to preventable medical malpractice exceed the deaths attributable to motor vehicle accidents. Roby & Manges Law Firm is one of the few firms in Northeast Indiana willing to tackle these cases.

Nursing Home Neglect and Abuse: People who need rehabilitation and long term care, usually the elderly, often suffer from preventable injuries and death. Just because someone is old or infirm doesn't mean they don't deserve dignity and respect. Sadly, many nursing errors causing death and injury go unreported. If a loved one has been hurt or unexpectedly dies in a nursing home, Roby & Manges Law Firm has the know-how to investigate and pursue a claim.

Birth Injuries: Many birth injuries, including "stillborn" births, are the result of preventable medical errors. The doctors and nurses may be unwilling or unable to tell the whole story. Roby & Manges Law Firm can gather the necessary records, have them reviewed by independent medical experts, and help give you answers.

Slip and Fall Accidents

When someone is injured due to a fall, the first reaction is often to blame the person who fell. However, many falls are preventable. The National Safety Council estimates that over 16,000 Americans die from falls every year. Most businesses know that falls by visitors are foreseeable and preventable if certain basic steps are taken. Members of the public may not realize that industry safety standards and internal policies usually exist, and are often violated, resulting in an unsafe surface. Roby & Manges Law Firm has the experience and knowledge to investigate and pursue these often serious cases.

Dog Bites

Animal attacks can cause serious injury, and lead to permanent scarring or infection. Such attacks are often preventable. The animal’s owner often knew of prior bites or viciousness, and should have done a better job to secure the animal. A claim can usually be made against the owner’s homeowner’s insurance company to recover for these injuries. Roby & Manges Law Firm knows the law that governs these cases, and can use them to find you compensation.

Construction Site Accidents

Construction work is one of the most dangerous occupations in the United States. Thousands of preventable injuries and deaths occur at construction projects. Construction companies often ignore basic safety rules. People often assume that the only remedy in these cases is worker’s compensation benefits, which are usually grossly inadequate. Roby & Manges Law Firm knows that there are other ways to fully compensate injured workers and families.

Defective Products (“Product Liability”)

Safety should never be an option. Unfortunately, many manufacturers put their profits before the safety of consumers. Many assume that “government standards” guarantee safe products. Although the government provides minimum standards for some items, most products are subject only to voluntary industry standards. The federal government usually only recalls products, including cribs and toys, after many children are killed or injured. Roby & Manges Law Firm knows the law, and can help you with your claim.

Insurance Coverage Litigation

Insurance companies are quick to demand your premium payment, but often slow to pay a claim. That’s because they usually look out for their own interests, not yours. If you’ve been injured by an uninsured motorist, not sure how to pay medical bills after a car accident, or can’t get a straight answer from the insurance companies, call our firm. Even your own insurance agent may not understand when a policy should or should not pay. Roby & Manges Law Firm has the knowledge and experience to assist with finding coverage, or making the insurance carrier pay what it owes.