MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. As more self-driving cars get tested on U.S. roads, we are likely to see more accidents take place. Even though we may understand this fact intellectually, many people experience a visceral reaction when autonomous vehicle crashes hit the news. According to Wired, a Waymo self-driving van was involved in another accident in ArizonaRead More
Personal Law
How Do Medical Insurance Payments Affect Personal Injury Claims?
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. Many people have medical insurance and auto insurance. Some people can afford to buy their family insurance. Others are covered by the business they work for (learn more about this here). However, not all people have insurance. Some people opt to not purchase any insurance like this. Whilst this saves the individual someRead More
When Bicyclists Break the Law, who is Responsible for Personal Injury?
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. Despite the increased popularity of biking across America, bicyclists are still sometimes seen as risk-takers. Critics of city bicycling often claim that bicyclists endanger themselves because they often break the law. But, is this true, or a myth?
What Factors Lead to Rollover Accidents?
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. Will Ferrell made national news last week after he was involved in a rollover SUV accident that left two people injured. CNN reports that the SUV in which Ferrell was riding was struck by another vehicle. When the vehicle was struck, it hit the median, and then overturned. Two other people in theRead More
Pollution and Personal Injury: Air Pollution Leads to 53,000 Early Deaths Each Year
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. When we think about the risk that cars pose to our safety and health, we often think about car accidents, distracted driving, and drunk driving. Yet, cars also pose another deadly hidden risk. According to Fortune, 40,000 people died in car accidents in 2016 alone, making 2016 the deadliest year on record inRead More
Can I Collect Money for My Partner’s Injury?
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. If you work full-time and you are injured in a car accident, you’ll have the right to seek damages for your lost wages. This money ensures that you and your family can make ends meet as you recover from your accident. However, if you are a stay-at-home parent or if you are aRead More
Uber Health Now Lets Patients Get to the Doctor and Hospital, But Are There Liability Issues?
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. According to the Atlantic, Uber is launching a new product in its ride sharing service arsenal that will allow doctors and hospitals to schedule rides for their patients. The rides can take patients home after medical treatment or schedule pick-ups for patients going to an appointment or to necessary medical care. Doctors willRead More
April 20th: Deadly Day for Car Crashes?
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. April 20th is still months away, but some researchers are worried that it may become another deadly day for car accidents, drivers, pedestrians, and bikers. According to Vice, it isn’t clear why 4/20 became a slang term for marijuana use. However, for marijuana users, the day, April 20th, and the hour 4:20, haveRead More
Bruised After a Car Accident? When Is It Serious?
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. Some accidents can cause death. A lot of accidents cause hospitalizations. Some people need Car Accident Injury Care after their accident. But, it’s worth pointing out that not all car accidents result in serious injuries. Individuals may walk away from a car accident with bruises, scrapes, or whiplash. Even if you think yourRead More
Your Car May Be Spying on You
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. As car companies become more connected to the internet, it also turns out that they become powerful tools for gathering data about their users. The New York Times reports that a modern car can track when you are breaking the law and exceeding the speed limit. Your car can also track your phoneRead More