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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...
What Is a “Lien” on a Personal Injury Case?
A lien is the legal right of a third party to take part or all a settlement amount from your personal injury claim. The third-party will file the request for the lien during the lawsuit, and the judge for the case will approve or deny it. After the lien is...
How Long Does a Brain Injury Claim Take
If you or someone in your family experiences a brain injury because of the fault or negligence of another party, you have the right to file a compensation claim. However, if you face ongoing health issues and financial costs, you likely have an important question –...
How Defective Tires Can Cause Car Accidents
Chances are you know how important it is to keep your vehicle in good condition. After all, you don’t want to break down and be stranded on the side of the road. While this is true, proper maintenance for your vehicle is for more than just convenience. Keeping...
Multi-Vehicle Accident
Accidents occur on South Dakota roads and highways almost every day. In the first five months of 2022 (January through May), there were more than 8,983 people involved in accidents in the state. While some accidents were minor with minimal or no injuries, others were...
Commercial Truck Accident Statistics (2022 Update)
There’s no question that commercial trucks have an important role in the economy of the U.S. Every day, 18-wheelers provide people around the country with countless items that they need. There’s no question that speed is an important factor when it comes to delivering...
Sturgis Motorcycle accident lawyer
Dedicated motorcyclists are revving up their engines as they get ready to attend Sturgis 2022, the giant 10-day motorcycle rally that happens every year in South Dakota. They’ll be planning their routes from all over the U.S., talking to other bikers who will unite...
Why You Need a Local Injury Lawyer?
If you are injured in an accident caused by another person’s wrongdoing or negligence, retaining the services of a local personal injury attorney is highly recommended. Even if your injuries seem minor, acting right away can help you protect your legal rights if your...
Do I Need a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer?
South Dakota is home to a large community of bikers. When the weather is right, crowds of motorcycles hit the road for scenic local rides and cross-country tours. There’s no shortage of opportunities to join in and get riding. The Sturgis...
Why Do Personal Injury Lawyers Have a Bad Reputation?
According to the American Bar Association, there’re more than 1.4 million registered lawyers in the United States. These lawyers specialize in varying fields within the broader legal profession. However, personal injury lawyers have one of the worst reputations...
How Much Does It Cost To Hire A Personal Injury Lawyer
While the last thing you likely want to worry about upon becoming injured, the importance of hiring a personal injury lawyer in circumstances of personal infliction and loss remains paramount to getting the compensation and justice you deserve. Why Hire A Personal...
What happens after a DUI?
Driving under the Influence is a crime. But, the thought of being arrested for DUI may not seem daunting to many. Because it is a first-offence, the law is quite lenient upon first-time offenders. You may still need to have a defence attorney or DUI lawyer While...
How To Be a Defensive Driver
Close to 20,160 people died in Motor Vehicle crashes in the first half of the year 2021. Most of the other non-fatal road-related crashes leave behind a trail of destruction and injuries. It’s every driver’s core responsibility to ensure their safety and the...
Slip and Fall Injury Lawyers….. What You Need to Know
As the name suggests, a slip and fall situation happens when slip and fall and gets injured on another person’s property. A slip and fall case are categorized under premise liability claims. The argument behind these cases is that the duty of a property owner is to...
Defensive Driving Tips for Pedestrians
To keep our roads safe, it is essential that everyone keep in mind that safety is each person’s responsibility. All drivers must watch for pedestrians and pedestrians should do the same and follow necessary safety measures. For everyone to stay safe, there are...
Neck Injury Caused by Someone Else: Call a Personal Injury Lawyer
It’s a warm summer day and you want to take in some fresh air before going to sleep. You hop into your SUV and head out for what you thought was going to be a casual evening drive, but it turns out to be the opposite. Another driver runs a red light and leaves you in...