Benjamin Franklin once compiled a dictionary of words and phrases to cleverly say someone had too much to drink. Some of our favorites include: He’s Afflicted Has drank more than he’s bled He’s et a toad and a half for breakfast Seen a flock of [...]
Deaths and severe injuries from fires and explosions at oil fields in North Dakota are all too common. Many occur at saltwater disposal sites. In one recently reported explosion north of Alexander on US 85 in McKenzie County, several tanks were reported to have exploded [...]
You’re driving as usual on the road to work when suddenly, a large tractor-trailer hits you while trying to cross over to your lane. You’re expecting them to stop, but they just keep on driving. On what was supposed to be your regular commute, you [...]
When a car accident takes place, an injured victim will have to deal with insurance companies, medical bills, and vehicle expenses on top of their physical pain and mental trauma. They may not be aware of their state’s laws and rules when it comes to [...]
In personal injury claims, three types of damages can be awarded: economic, non-economic, and punitive. Economic damages, also known as special damages, are tangible costs that result from direct financial loss. Non-economic damages, also known as general damages, are intangible losses that are non-monetary. Punitive [...]
Compared to adults, children are more vulnerable in many situations. When it comes to dog bites, they are also more exposed and the injuries can be more devastating. There are higher chances of infection, scarring, and disfigurement. Since children may not be aware of the [...]
Here at Larson Law Firm, we’re big believers in accountability. When a driver does something wrong and it hurts someone else, we believe that driver should be held to account for his or her actions. But we also believe that everyone makes mistakes, and that [...]
A quick Google search of the words “nerve damage” brings a slew of links to “peripheral nerve injury” (and other similar terms). An injury to these nerves is typically associated with numbness or tingling, or even chronic pain. Aunt Joan’s sciatica? That’s a peripheral nerve [...]
Car and truck accidents can lead to a variety of serious injuries. One of these is a traumatic brain injury, also called a TBI for short. Brain injuries can cause many concerning side effects, including cognitive difficulties, physical pain, and problems regulating emotions. The more [...]
Burns are serious injuries, especially when they affect several layers of the skin and underlying tissues. Although many people who experience minor to moderate burn injuries go on to make a complete recovery in a few days or weeks, a severe burn can affect someone [...]
