Rideshare services are a daily convenience for many individuals across Minnesota. Behind that convenience, however, is a complex legal framework that makes accidents involving an Uber or Lyft vehicle very different from a typical car accident. If you were hurt in a...
Car Accidents
Can you recover damages if you were not wearing a seatbelt?
If you were injured in an accident and were not wearing a seatbelt at the time, you may assume that your non-use of a seatbelt compromises your claim. In Minnesota, that assumption is worth examining closely. The state has specific rules about how seatbelt non-use...
Why some injuries have delayed symptoms after an accident
When someone is involved in a car accident, it’s not uncommon for them to believe they are fine. Someone may decline medical care at the scene or even not visit a doctor after leaving the scene, but then later start experiencing pain and other symptoms. So, why does...
How do you deal with a tailgater when driving?
Tailgaters can turn a pleasant journey into a stressful and dangerous one. It may be hard to understand why a driver is following too closely, but there are several possible reasons. Some tailgaters lack understanding of safe following distances, some are not paying...
How drivers can stay safe on wet spring roads
Many drivers are aware of the risks during the winter months, but they may take their safety for granted once the snow melts. During the spring, snow and ice disappear from the roads. However, frozen precipitation gets replaced by spring rainstorms. Wet pavement is a...
3 scenarios wherein vehicle collisions may lead to limb loss
Car crashes can cause many different types of debilitating injuries. Some people injure their brains, resulting in a host of symptoms that affect their ability to work or live independently. Car crashes can cause spinal cord injuries that put people in the hospital...
3 safety tips for those driving on icy Minnesota roads this winter
Colder temperatures impact traffic safety in a number of ways. Cold pavement affects air pressure and tires, which can impact traction and vehicle control. Winter precipitation can create a broad assortment of traffic hazards. Motorists often benefit from refreshing...
Vehicle accidents can cause permanent nerve damage
Auto accidents cause more than broken bones and bruises. They can also lead to permanent nerve damage that disrupts mobility, sensation and quality of life. Strengthening your accident claim means understanding your nerve injuries and seeking compensation that fully...
How common is dangerously fatigued driving?
Being unable to get enough sleep is a common modern issue. Many busy professionals and parents have to sacrifice their rest to fulfill all of their routine responsibilities. Fatigue can impact the health and happiness of the exhausted person. It can also contribute to...
How listening to sports commentary might cause a car accident
Driving is an activity that requires steady concentration, quick decision-making and constant awareness of changing conditions. Yet many motorists find it hard to resist the thrill of a live sports broadcast, especially when their favorite team is playing an important...
