MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. According to U.S.A. Today, more than 9,000 children under age 12 died in car accidents between 2002 and 2011. These figures don’t account for the number of children injured in crashes every year. Parents of minors who are injured in crashes have the right to seek compensation from negligent parties and from insurersRead More
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. According to the Loyola University Health System, 46 percent of spinal cord injury patients were injured in car accidents. Car crashes are the leading cause of spinal cord injury. Loyola University reports that medical care for a spinal cord injury patient can range between $320,000 and $985,000 in the first year alone. OngoingRead More
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. The National Center for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder has been evaluating the many ways individuals can be affected by the disorder. While the disorder has often been linked to war veterans, any individual who suffers a traumatic experience can develop post traumatic stress disorder. In fact, according to the National Center for PostRead More
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. Chrissy Teigen emerged unhurt from a recent hit and run car accident in Hollywood. Teen Vogue and other news outlets reported that the celebrity was unharmed in the crash. Fortunately, Hollywood police were able to track down the suspect responsible for the accident.
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. News reports across the country have revealed some troubling trends. Across the nation, the number of people dying on U.S. roads in car accidents has been growing. According to NPR, traffic deaths jumped 10.4% in the first part of 2016 compared to 2015. This trend doesn’t appear to be changing. Investigators find thatRead More
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. According to Business Insider, a new bill proposed by the North Dakota legislature would protect negligent drivers who hit protestors who are blocking a highway or road. Some claim that the bill was designed to target protestors fighting against the Dakota Access Pipeline. Critics of the bill argue that the law would beRead More
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. Determining fault after a car accident is important for victims and families. Individuals who are at fault for a car accident may be liable to pay for the victims’ medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. The at-fault driver’s insurance may also be responsible for covering damages sustained by other drivers. OneRead More
If you’ve been injured in a car accident or other personal injury accident you may have many questions. Recovering from an injury while also navigating the legal concerns that arise with a personal injury claim or auto accident claim can quickly get complicated. Of course, laws and regulations are different in every state so it’sRead More
Minneapolis, Minnesota. According to U.S.A. Today 95 million Americans will drive over the holidays. Yet, the holiday season is also a dangerous time to be on the road. Approximately 27,900 Americans will be injured during holiday travel and another 250 will be involved in fatal accidents. One of the major contributions to these injuries andRead More
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. Most homeowners know that after a snowfall, it is their legal obligation to clear the sidewalks in front of their homes. Keeping your sidewalks free of snow and ice protects the safety of the community and prevents costly slip and fall accidents from taking place. Under Minneapolis law, homeowners have 24 hours toRead More