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Spinal Cord Injury Compensation in South Dakota
A spinal cord injury can have life-long, devastating impacts on you and your family. In one instant, the entire course of your life can change, leaving you with medical bills, uncertainty, fear and anxiety to grapple with every day. Spinal cord injury victims are not...
South Dakota Motorcycle Laws and Biker Safety Tips
South Dakota offers beautiful roadways for scenic motorcycle rides, and stunning streets and nature paths for biking. Understanding South Dakota’s motorcycle laws can help you protect yourself on the road, as well as take appropriate action if you’re ever harmed while...
Pedestrian Accidents in Sioux Falls: Know Your Rights
You don’t have to be a motorist to suffer from a car accident. In Sioux Falls, SD, pedestrian accidents can cause devastating injuries, emotional suffering, and financial hardship. Victims of accidents have rights to sue for legal compensation under South Dakota law,...
Insurance Adjusters: Tips for Negotiating Your Injury Claim
After an accident, many people find themselves struggling to reach a settlement with an insurance company. They do not fully understand their rights or know how to effectively negotiate with an adjuster, which leaves them wondering if they will ever get what...
Filing a Personal Injury Lawsuit in Sioux Falls: The Legal Process
One accident is all it takes to change your life forever. A personal injury, however minor or serious, impacts your life and family. You might become permanently disabled, suffer emotional trauma, lose wages, and cope with a lengthy recovery period, permanent...
Dog Bite Laws in South Dakota: Owner Responsibilities and Victim Rights
Dog bites are horrifying experiences for owners and victims. Some owners do not expect their dog to become vicious, and they take every measure possible to help the victim and cover the costs of their injury. Others are not so responsible, and they may blame the...
Agricultural Accidents: Understanding Your Rights in Rural South Dakota
South Dakota currently has 28,300 operating farms, totaling 42.3 million acres throughout the state [1]. The prevalence of agricultural property in South Dakota means that accidents are more common; tractor incidents, machinery malfunctions, livestock injuries, falls,...
Burn Injury Claims: Legal Advice for South Dakota Residents
Suffering a burn can be a physically and emotionally devastating injury. Many people find themselves temporarily or permanently disabled, struggling with depression, and often facing extensive medical procedures to regain functionality. If you or a loved one have...
The Importance of Accident Scene Photos and How to Take Them
Photos from the scene of an accident are valuable evidence in court. After an accident, many people are understandably more focused on recovery than capturing footage of the scene. However, whenever possible, taking photos from the scene of an accident can provide the...
Understanding South Dakota’s Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Cases
Suffering an injury due to someone else’s negligence can completely change your life. Some people are faced with lifelong disabilities, others have extensive medical debt and emotional trauma that can take years to heal from. The physical, psychological, and economic...
Comparative Negligence in South Dakota: What It Means for Your Injury Claim
In South Dakota personal injury law, negligence is considered harm that a person sustains based on another person’s actions or lack of attentiveness. However, the state operates on a modified comparative negligence system, which means that you may not be entitled to...
What Kind of Car Insurance Should I Get?
If you are involved in a car accident caused by another person, you would expect them to cover the cost of your damages through the auto insurance policy. You could experience serious costs after an accident based on the seriousness of the collision. The...
2023 Guide to Staying Safe on the Road
South Dakota sees just under 18,000 traffic accidents every year. While some accidents are minor, and everyone walks away with minor bumps and bruises, others are more serious or fatal. It is important to remember that road safety is everyone’s responsibility....
5 Things to Check Your Car Insurance For
Determining what auto insurance is right for you can be challenging. How can you know you are getting the right coverage? While an insurance agent may mention “full coverage,” the term is somewhat misleading. Here, you can learn more about common insurance...
Proving Lost Wages Was Due to a Personal Injury
If you are involved in an accident and experience an injury, it’s likely that you will be unable to return to work right away. Because of this, you may lose multiple hours of work, and as a result money, because of the time you have to spend in the hospital, going to...
What Happens When a Car Accident Claim Exceeds Insurance Limits?
If you are in a car accident caused by someone else, you probably expect them to pay for the cost of your damages through their automobile insurance policy. You may experience significant costs after an accident based on how serious the incident is. The...
Things to Do After a Slip, Trip, and Fall Accident
If you slip, trip, and fall in a public or private location, you have the right to file a personal injury claim against the negligent party. This type of incident is referred to as a premises liability claim and is used to help you recover compensation for your...
How to Get a Police Report for a Car Accident
The process of getting the police report for your car accident is a simple one. Having a copy of this document is beneficial if you were injured and can help your car accident lawyer build your case for compensation. When an accident occurs, you may experience...
Workers’ Comp for Emotional Disturbance
Workers’ compensation has you covered if you get injured at work and are no longer able to fulfill your duties. It can pay for lost wages and medical treatment. But what if your suffering runs deeper than that? Workers’ comp for emotional disturbance is relatively...
What Are the Chances of Winning a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
The possibility of winning a personal injury case varies based on several factors, such as the type of claim you file, the amount of the claim, and the quality of the evidence you must support your claim. You also must consider the laws related to your claim to fully...