A fatal accident is a tragic event that can leave families devastated and unsure of what to do next. It is important to follow specific steps after a fatal accident to protect your family's right to compensation and to ensure a proper investigation. Approaching these...
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Why are rural crashes statistically more dangerous?
A truly significant fraction of both North Dakota and Northwestern Minnesota is considered to be “rural” in nature. Although living removed from the hustle and bustle of urban centers is a situation that offers many benefits, road safety is – perhaps surprisingly –...
Do property owners pay if you are injured on their premises?
Getting injured on someone else's property can be a stressful and confusing experience. It raises the question: Do property owners have to pay for your injuries? The answer is yes, but only if you can prove there was an unsafe condition that the owner knew about or...
Farming is one of the most dangerous industries
People who don’t work on farms often think of it as a relatively peaceful and safe occupation. They imagine someone milking cows or spreading fertilizer on a field of crops. It doesn’t seem nearly as dangerous as other industries, such as working in construction or...
Most wrong-way drivers are impaired
If you see a wrong-way driver coming toward you, especially if you’re on the interstate, you may not have any time to react. It can happen very quickly and it’s completely unexpected since the driver should never be heading that way to begin with. One of the major...
From falls to burns: Safety concerns in North Dakota oil fields
The oil and gas industry is good for the North Dakota economy, but the work can be dangerous. Oilfield workers face many hazards on the job, and injuries are unfortunately common. Strict safety regulations help prevent accidents, but they still injure and kill many...
Many driving distractions feel “necessary” to drivers
Many different driving distractions are clearly unnecessary. If someone is trying to read a text message while driving the car, they increase the danger for everyone around them on the road. This is obviously something they shouldn’t do at any time. But drivers need...
What machinery on a farm can lead to serious injuries?
Farm work involves various types of machinery that can make the job easier and more efficient. However, this machinery can also pose serious risks. It is important to be aware of these dangers to stay safe on a farm. Tractors Tractors stand as the backbone of farm...
More Minnesota drivers are being cited under the state’s hands-free law
During last month’s statewide law enforcement campaign to call attention to the dangers of driving while holding a phone or other electronic device, the staggering number of citations issued across Minnesota demonstrated just how serious the problem is. It appears to...
How to protect your business without noncompetes
The Federal Trade Commission has (expected appeals aside) pretty much ended the use of noncompete agreements in the future. Given that one out of every five workers in this country is covered by a noncompete agreement, that’s roughly 30 million employees who will...