What is Subrogation? Why Does Your Insurance Company Want Your Settlement Money?
Your personal injury lawyer has negotiated a settlement for you—and now your own insurance company says it wants part of that money back. Subrogation can allow an insurer that paid your medical bills to pursue the at-fault party, while a related reimbursement right can allow it to recover what it spent out of the money…
Read MoreWhat is a Truck No-Zone? The Blind Spots That Lead to Deadly Crashes
Commercial truck accidents are among the most destructive crashes on North Dakota roads. A loaded tractor-trailer is heavier and far longer than a passenger vehicle, so it does damage at any speed. Drivers can reduce the risk by staying out of a truck’s “no-zones,” but most people have never been told where those blind spots…
Read MoreUnderstanding Compensation for Whiplash in North Dakota Rear-End Accidents
One of the most common rear-end accident injuries is whiplash, which occurs when your neck suddenly snaps back and forth. This whip-like motion can tear or overstretch the neck’s soft tissues and muscles. Whiplash symptoms aren’t always immediately obvious. Sometimes they take hours or even days to manifest, and can last several weeks or even…
Read MoreHow Does Truck Type Affect North Dakota Truck Accidents?
When large commercial trucks are involved in accidents, the consequences can be devastating. With nearly 1,000 heavy vehicle crashes in 2024 alone, this is especially true on the winding highways and unending stretches of rural roads in North Dakota. If you or a loved one were injured in a truck accident, a North Dakota truck…
Read MoreHow Can I Maximize Compensation After a Truck Accident?
Most people have no idea what to do after an accident with a commercial truck. Medical bills stack up fast, your vehicle may be heavily damaged, and you might miss quite a bit of work. These problems can turn into serious financial stressors overnight. That’s why most people seek to recover maximum financial compensation after…
Read MoreHit by an Uninsured Driver in North Dakota? Here’s What to Know
Car accidents are stressful under any circumstances. Finding out that the driver who hit you doesn’t even have the required insurance isn’t going to make you feel any better. You’ll probably find yourself worrying about how you’re going to manage to pay for your car repairs, medical bills, and other damages. A North Dakota car…
Read MoreCommon Farm Accidents and Who May Be Liable
Agriculture is one of the most important industries in North Dakota, but it’s also one of the most dangerous. Workers in wheat fields, soybean farms, cattle operations, and grain storage facilities put in long hours working with unpredictable animals, heavy machinery, dangerous chemicals, and hazardous weather conditions. Some agricultural employers may be exempt from North…
Read MoreOSHA Violations Commonly Found at North Dakota Oil Sites
North Dakota has a large oil industry, with much of the Bakken region fitting within its borders. This industry has spurred economic growth for more than a decade in North Dakota. However, oil extraction is a notoriously dangerous industry in the United States, and workers deserve to know their rights. Drilling rigs, fracking sites, and…
Read MoreFarm Equipment Defects and Product Liability Claims
Farming in North Dakota has evolved over the years and now relies on heavy-duty machinery that streamlines common farming tasks. Combines, grain augers, tractors, balers, and livestock equipment make farm work on a massive scale much easier. However, this equipment comes with risks. Injuries are unfortunately fairly common, and because of the equipment involved, victims…
Read MoreOilfield Explosions and Fires: Injury Claims Explained
North Dakota’s oil industry, much of which lies in the Bakken region, has brought substantial economic growth and thousands of jobs to the remote state. But while oilfield work can be high-paying and plentiful, it is also incredibly dangerous. Workers put in long hours and are often away from home for weeks or months at…
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