Marie Tillman, President and Co-Founder of the Pat Tillman Foundation, announced the names of the 60 U.S. service members, veterans and military
Apr 01, 2016
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Mar 25, 2016
Los Angeles Attorney Wins Pivotal Child Custody Ruling in California
In one of the first rulings analyzing the amended (California) Family Code §7612 which allows a child to have more than two parents, a Los Angeles
Mar 24, 2016
Minneapolis Road Improvements in the Works But Will They Reduce Personal Injuries?
According to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety, in 2014, 29,439 people were injured in auto accidents. Another 361 people were killed on the road. Lawmakers and city planners are constantly looking for new ways to increase road safety. In Minneapolis, two areas that have been identified for improvement are traffic signal positioning and accessibleRead More
Mar 18, 2016
Minneapolis Auto Accident Lawyer Discusses Gender Difference in Insurance Premiums
According to Forbes, over their lifetimes, men pay more for auto insurance than women. Insurance companies defend these practices, explaining that charging more for men is not discrimination, but rather, is based on risk factors that determine rates. Individuals who purchase auto insurance, be it from State Farm or any other provider, may not beRead More
Mar 14, 2016
Personal Injury Lawyer in Minneapolis Discusses Risk of Drivers with Seizure Disorders
Despite the fact that seizures can cause drivers to lose sudden control of their car, putting other drivers, pedestrians, and even their own passengers at risk, a recent ABC News report found that only six states require that the department of motor vehicles be notified when individuals are diagnosed with a seizure disorder. Every stateRead More
Mar 04, 2016
Gaps in Minneapolis Law Leaves Drivers at Risk of Personal Injury
It takes about five seconds to read a text message. According to USAttorneys.com, in five seconds, a car can travel the distance of a football field. The risks of texting and driving are well-documented. Just reaching for your cell phone or dialing a number on it puts you three times at risk of getting intoRead More
Feb 26, 2016
Teen Drinking and Driving Can Result in Parental Personal Injury Lawsuit in Minneapolis
We often hear about the legal and personal consequences of teen drinking and driving, but many parents of teens may not be aware that they could be held liable for personal injury damages their teen causes while drinking and driving. The immediate legal consequences of underage drinking are immense. Teens can face up to oneRead More
Feb 19, 2016
Car Accident Lawsuits and Auto Recalls—What You Need to Know in Minneapolis, Minnesota
Recently, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and automakers selling cars in the U.S. reached an agreement on safety principles intended to increase vehicle safety in coming years. This comes in the wake of unprecedented auto recalls. According to USAttorneys.com, as many as 25% of all cars on the road are subject to some kindRead More
Feb 12, 2016
Minneapolis Car Accident Law: Government Re-Defines “Driver,” Paving the Way for Self-Driven Cars
One of the bigger legal debates regarding self-driving cars involves regulation and the role of liability in the event an accident were to take place. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recently expanded its legal definition of “driver,” possibly paving the way for Google’s self-driving cars to take to the road. If you’re thinking ofRead More
Feb 08, 2016
Personal Injury Prevention—Ways to Protect Yourself from Hypothermia While Driving This Winter in Minneapolis
Hypothermia is a deadly condition that occurs when a person’s body temperature drops to dangerously low levels. The winter months are when people are most at risk of suffering from hypothermia, but victims can also be affected in the spring months if they leave home unprepared for cold conditions. While many people see their carsRead More