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
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
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
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
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
In 2014, 364 people were killed on Minnesota roads. The Minnesota Department of Public Safety notes that this is a 7 percent decrease from the number of people killed in 2013. Drunk driving, distracted driving, and speeding account for many of these accidents. About a quarter of all accidents were the result of drunk drivers.Read More
Auto accident survivors and their families often rely on auto insurance claims to help them pay for property damage, medical expenses, and rehabilitation costs. Victims and their families speak to their insurers believing that the person on the other end of the line is listening to their story and evaluating their claim in a mannerRead More
In just a week-long period, four people have been struck by Minneapolis light rail trains, and two people have died. According to CBS Minnesota, Metro Transit is currently reviewing its light rail safety measures and equipment to better protect the public. The recent increase in accidents brings real attention to the danger of crossing, walking,Read More
Personal injury law hinges around concepts of negligence, namely, the concept that a person can be held legally and financially liable for careless or reckless behavior that results in an accident. Auto accident law hinges on the idea of personal responsibility that goes along with the right to drive on public roads. When we drive,Read More
If you’ve been hurt in an accident in Minneapolis, a personal injury attorney can protect your rights and make sure that you get the recovery you deserve for your medical expenses, rehabilitation, pain and suffering, and lost wages. It is important to find an attorney who is a good match for your needs and whoRead More