Car Accidents

With the start of a new school year, parents across the state of North Dakota likely have a lot of things on their minds when it comes to their children. Are they doing well in school? How much will extracurricular activities cost this year? Will they make any new friends? Among these concerns should never…

Just like a majority of drivers across the United States, residents here in North Dakota know how tragically drunk driving accidents can end. While some may only involve injuries, others can result in death. Such was the case for a car accident in June that claimed the life of another driver. But even though it…

While most residents believe North Dakota driving laws are safe, many know that car and truck accidents can happen anywhere, at any time and to anyone. Though politicians so far have done a relatively good job about holding reckless and negligent drivers responsible for their actions, some residents may feel that more needs to be…

In recent years, advocates in the motorcycling community have stepped up their efforts to sway state politicians into weakening or eliminating helmet laws for motorcycle riders. Their arguments often include a statement regarding how it should be their choice whether they wear a helmet because it is their body and therefore their choice. But as…

Residents in the Upper Midwest often joke that we only have two seasons: winter and road construction. It seems to be the case every year and for commuters between Williston and Watford City and the west side of North Dakota, this statement will be more than true. That’s because the state department of transportation unveiled…

To our Southeast, in the town of Jamestown, some local residents may be worrying about their safety while walking in crosswalks after a pedestrian was struck and injured this month. While police say the accident victim did not receive any life threatening injuries, the importance of vigilance while driving is an important message to take…

When residents across the state of North Dakota read about or watched the news, people are generally presented with stories from their local area and around the globe. In most cases, the stories are well informed and help people to get a better picture of the world around them. According to some North Dakota legislators,…