Ferdinand, IN (October 13, 2026) – At 3:10 p.m. EDT on October 13, a dispatch call reported a two-vehicle accident at Masterbrand Plant #22 on Industrial Park Road. The call involved a black Nissan Murano.
Information on injuries and the extent of damage has not been released. The details come from preliminary dispatch information and may change as officials arrive and assess the scene.
This is a developing story. Details may change as the investigation continues.
Crashes in Indiana: Key Facts and First Steps
Indiana Crash Facts 2024, prepared for the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute, counted 32,979 collisions with failure to yield as the primary factor. That was the most of any single primary factor, ahead of following too closely at 30,035. Rear-end crashes made up 23% of all crashes that year.
When injuries aren’t yet known, a few early steps keep every option open:
- Get the crash report number from the responding agency, since insurers ask for it first.
- See a doctor within 72 hours even without pain. Headache, neck stiffness, numbness, and abdominal pain can show up late.
- Photograph the damage on every vehicle before a tow truck arrives.
- Note the tow yard’s name and keep the towing and storage receipts.
- Report the crash to your own insurer and ask what rental and loss-of-use coverage applies.
Your Legal Questions After a Crash in Ferdinand, IN
Who can be held responsible for a two-vehicle crash in Indiana?
Possibly either driver or a vehicle’s owner. Responsibility depends on what investigators find about right-of-way, speed, and attention.
Can I still recover if police haven’t said who caused the crash?
Yes. A claim doesn’t wait for a fault finding, and fault gets built from reports, photos, and witness accounts.
What if I was partly at fault?
Possibly still recover. Indiana bars recovery for anyone more than 50 percent at fault and reduces it for anyone at or below that line (IC 34-51-2-6).
How long do I have to file a claim in Indiana?
Two years from the crash. This crash happened on October 13, 2026, so the deadline under IC 34-11-2-4 is October 13, 2028.
What if the crash happened while someone was working?
A workers’ compensation claim may apply, and a separate claim against another driver can run alongside it. An attorney can sort out which benefits fit.
Langer & Langer Car Accident Lawyers Serving Dubois County
Langer & Langer has represented Indiana injury victims since 1980. Steven L. Langer, our founding attorney, has been named Indiana Trial Lawyer of the Year twice.
Our Indiana motor vehicle accident lawyer work covers crashes between cars, trucks, and other vehicles. We have recovered a $4.1 million settlement in a car crash case.
We investigate the crash, protect the evidence, handle the insurers, and prepare to try the case when an offer falls short.
Drivers and passengers in Dubois County weighing which firm to call after a crash can compare what Langer & Langer offers:
- Serving Indiana families since 1980
- More than 100 years of combined legal experience
- Steven L. Langer, former President of the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association and Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers
- Recognized by Super Lawyers and Best Lawyers in America
- Free consultation, no fee unless we win
Our Valparaiso office at 4 Indiana Ave, Valparaiso, IN 46383 represents clients across Indiana, including Dubois County. Call 219-245-5881, visit the office, or reach us through our contact form.
