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. According to Wired, Facebook’s latest feature allows users to stream live video on the social media platform. Celebrities have used Facebook live to stream their athletic feats, their lunch breaks, and to answer questions from fans. The streaming feature has the power to bring people into the heart of the action while theyRead More
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. A Minnesota volunteer firefighter responding to a call got a sinking feeling as he drove to the scene of the accident. His son wasn’t home and when he called his cell phone, his son didn’t answer. According to the Star Tribune, the fire fighter’s son was killed when a drunk driver ran aRead More
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. As many as 45 million cars on the road (approximately 1 in 6 of all vehicles) may be subject to a recall due to a defect. In recent years, the auto industry has issued numerous recalls-because of airbags that can spew deadly shrapnel at drivers and passengers when they inflate, and due toRead More
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. Personal injury victims are often told to limit their use of Facebook, Twitter, and other social media venues while their case remains open. According to an article published in the SMU Science and Technology Law Review, more aspects of your online identity are subject to discovery in a personal injury case. Long goneRead More
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. The federal government recently passed laws to ban arbitration clauses in nursing homes that receive federal funding. Many families may not even know what arbitration is before they sign a nursing home contract for their loved one. If their loved one is injured in a nursing home, an arbitration cause can have anRead More
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. E-Bikes are becoming more popular on Minneapolis roads, much to concern of police, pedestrians, bikers, and other safety experts. E-Bikes look much like regular bikes, but they are equipped with an electric motor that assists the bicyclist. The bikes must be pedaled by the rider, so they are not technically considered mopeds orRead More