Curbing the Uptick of Dog Bites to Children During COVID
Anyone who has ever been around a dog, especially if you grew up with one, knows they tend to bring out the best in people. There is just something about their nature that makes you want to be near them. Maybe it’s the unconditional love and loyal companionship or maybe it’s their quirky personalities, but…
Read MoreTesla, TikTok, and Teenagers Are a Bad Mix
No matter how hard parents try to keep their kids safe, teenagers like to push boundaries. It’s always been that way and is highly unlikely to ever change. The job of a parent is also to encourage their kids to try new things and reach for their dreams. Unfortunately, when that dream involves risking life…
Read MoreN.D. House of Representatives Wants Permission for Road Trains
The North Dakota Legislature has been talking about “road trains” for a long time. On January 13, 2021, the state House of Representatives passed a bill that would ask the federal government to “loosen length limits on cargo-carrying trucks,” KXNET reports. Note: the resolution does not actually change the law, nor can it stand on…
Read MoreWhy Do Dogs Bite?
Most dog owners think of their pets as family – fluffy, lovable little creatures who wouldn’t hurt a fly. There are times, though, when our four-legged companions may act aggressively. That aggression can cause serious injuries. So why does it happen? It is not as simple as “dogs bite because they are animals.” There are…
Read MoreIncreasing Your Chances of Surviving an Accident with a Big Rig
There is no guarantee in life that you will walk away from a car accident unharmed. That is not much reassurance, to say the least. Your chances of walking away from a crash with a tractor-trailer without injury are even scarcer because of the size and weight differential between a big rig and a motor…
Read MoreND Woman Seeking Damages from Local Fire Department Following Serious Accident
A woman from Ramsey County, North Dakota is seeking $75,000 in damages from a local fire department after a prescribed burn (also called a “controlled burn”) led to a serious accident in 2017. The claim was filed in federal court on December 21, 2020, by Hannah Valles. It states that the Fort Totten Agency and…
Read MoreSome Injury Symptoms Can Be Delayed After an Accident
Even if you walk away from a car, motorcycle or bike accident feeling okay, it doesn’t necessarily mean you are. Injuries don’t always manifest immediately, and you may not even know that you were hurt until hours, days or even weeks later. After an accident or other traumatic event, your adrenaline is up, which can…
Read MoreSix Important Things You Should Do After a Dog Attack
Dogs are typically a beloved part of the family or a favorite buddy. However, some of our neighbors may not care for their dogs properly, let them run loose, and allow dangerous animals out in public. If these dogs injure or harm other people, the responsible pet owner must be held responsible. If you or…
Read MoreSurvey Reveals the Most Injury-Prone Names in America. Are You on the List?
Our names say a lot about us. Maybe you’re named after a beloved grandparent or other member of your family. Or perhaps it’s just a name your parents loved. However, according to a recent light-hearted report released by a legal funding company, if your name is Hailey or Kyle, you should take extra care in…
Read MoreTrucking’s “Adverse Driving Conditions Exception” Explained
Over the summer, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) issued final rules on its Hours of Service (HOS) policies for truckers. These regulations, which went into effect in September, make four revisions to the current HOS rules and address many concerns voiced by truckers during the 2020 coronavirus pandemic. These changes aim to increase…
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