Posts by Mark V. Larson
What If a Truck Clips Me But Keeps on Driving?
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 now find yourself on the side of the road, unsure…
Read MoreLet’s Talk About Car Insurance and Car Accidents in North Dakota
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 car accidents, so they may not know who actually pays…
Read MoreWhat Are Damages in a Personal Injury Case?
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 damages, also known as exemplary damages, are meant to punish…
Read MoreWhy Are Dog Bites More Dangerous for Children?
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 dangers of animals, they can be fond of neighborhood and…
Read MoreHave Too Many Points on Your License? Time to Learn About “Alternative Disposition”
Here at Larson Law, 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 folks deserve a chance to learn from them. As it turns…
Read MoreNerve Damage Is a Complex and Catastrophic Injury
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 injury, usually caused by a herniated disk. Your carpal tunnel?…
Read MoreWhat Are the Different Types of Traumatic Brain Injury?
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 severe the accident, the more severe the TBI, and the…
Read MoreLong-Term Effects of Severe Burn Injuries
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 for months, years, or the rest of their life. The…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Severity of “Caught in or Between Objects” Accidents
North Dakota is home to many oil field employees, construction workers, and farmers – people who contribute to the strength and infrastructure of our country. Even though their job duties vary across industries, one thing all these workers have in common are the risks they take on the job. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration…
Read MoreWhen Car Accident Injuries Are Delayed
With many car accidents, injuries are obvious. Ambulances are dispatched, victims are taken to hospitals, injuries are treated. Patients go home with stitches for their cuts and lacerations, casts for broken bones, or treatment plans for concussions. However, for other people involved in car crashes, they may feel fine at the scene of the accident,…
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