Truck Tire Blowouts Are Catastrophic and Preventable
How many trucks do you think you pass in a day? If you regularly commute or travel on major highways, that number is probably a lot. You know they can swerve into your lane without warning and might be a risk for rolling over, so you keep a cautious eye on them as you pass.…
Read MoreOil and Gas Workers Have a New Employment Opportunity
Sometimes you just need a fresh start in a new career but that can sometimes be a tough accomplishment when you have a very specific set of skills. It can limit your employment opportunities unless you have a way to translate those skills into another field, or you’re able to participate in a training program…
Read MoreHow Can Your Social Media Use Hurt Your Injury Claim?
In this day and age of technology, it’s rare that someone doesn’t have at least one social media account. They’re great for keeping up with friends and family, organizing community events, making business connections, or just sparking your creativity. Let’s face it though, one of the biggest attractions to having such a broad audience is…
Read MoreNorth Dakota Woman Injured in Accident with Deputy Faces Obstacles in Securing Compensation
In mid-July, Amanda Mitchell of Fargo suffered serious injuries when the car she was driving was struck by a police car running a red light. The deputy driving the car had the lights and sirens activated, but went through a red light, as Mitchell entered the intersection on a green light. The accident was so…
Read MoreMaking Your Kids Safety-Ready for Their Return to School
After spending half the year with daily updates and ever changing news, everyone is on overload when it comes to talking about coronavirus. Unfortunately, the virus isn’t going away, and neither is the fact that children have to receive a K-12 education. Some parents may choose to homeschool or opt for a virtual setting, but…
Read MoreWhat You Should Know about Railroad Accidents
When railroad accidents happen on any line, the crash or derailment is likely to injure multiple victims. In many cases, the force and size of the railroad cars cause victims to die. It’s not just the passengers in Amtrak trains who may be injured or killed. Drivers and passengers in cars that are struck by…
Read MoreIs It Better to Settle a Personal Injury Claim Instead of Going to Trial?
One of the questions we hear often is, “Should I settle my case, or do I have to go to court?” Television and movies focus on dramatic courtroom settings, but most of the time cases are settled out of court. And for good reason, too. There are a lot of benefits to settling a case,…
Read MoreWhat Happens if I Am Hurt by a Drunk Driver?
Drunk driving cases are complicated in several respects starting with the concern that there will likely be a criminal case and a civil case. Normally, the drunk driver will be charged with the crime of driving under the influence. When there’s a drunk driving accident, the police typically need to focus on proving the driver…
Read MoreWhy Your Children Should Take Classes before Using Their Recreational Vehicles
The warm weather is a fun time for kids across North Dakota to enjoy riding around on ATVs, or taking their jet skis out. These recreational vehicles offer a lot of joy, but they also have safety risks. Riders of all ages can suffer serious injuries such as brain injuries, spinal cord damage, and broken…
Read MoreYour “Good Neighbor” Is a Nosey Neighbor, Too
If you are like 70% of Americans, you use social media. Depending on your age, you probably use Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat and/or Instagram every day, or maybe you dabble in a little YouTube, LinkedIn, or Pinterest. Whatever platforms you use, by now you know that data breaches happen and that your privacy isn’t always as…
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