Drowsy drivers are responsible for at least 100,000 car accidents and more than 1,500 traffic fatalities every year. Because fatigue slows reaction time and inhibits coordination, drowsy driving can be just as dangerous as drunk driving. For some reason, though, it doesn’t have the same…
Alcohol-impaired motorists are responsible for nearly 30 traffic fatalities every single day. That’s more than one death per hour. Those who are fortunate enough to survive these accidents often sustain serious injuries. Fortunately, these victims may be entitled to both compensatory damages and pun
While every social media platform is undeniably unique and appeals to a particular population, they all have one major feature in common, and that’s connection. When users need love and support during trying times, they can always count on their friends or followers. For this…
If you slipped and fell at a business establishment, you may think it wise to post about your injury on social media. While this might seem like a reasonable gesture since your family and friends will want to know that you’re okay, it is important…
If you were hurt in a truck accident through no fault of your own, you may have grounds for a personal injury claim against the driver, motor carrier, and/or another liable party. To win a settlement or verdict, you must be able to prove the…
It’s easy to overlook the emotional impact of a car accident because any resulting injuries demand immediate attention. Motor-vehicle collisions are inherently traumatic, though, and they can affect your mental state long after the physical wounds have healed. If you were hurt in a collision…
Glyphosate-based weed killers have recently been linked to the development of certain kinds of cancer. Since the discovery of this link, more than 8,000 lawsuits have been filed against Monsanto, the company that developed Roundup and Ranger Pro—two of the most popular herbicides containing glyphosa
As of August 1, 2019, drivers in Minnesota can be cited for holding a mobile device while operating a motor vehicle. There are some exceptions to the hands-free cellphone law, but under most circumstances, drivers are restricted to using voice commands or single-touch activation when…
Upon receiving a serious medical diagnosis, it’s natural to invest a considerable amount of time into learning about the condition, its potential causes, and the likely course of treatment. If you or a loved one was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, you may have come across…
Wonderful statement from First Nation Women’s Alliance: Kateri Marion First Nations Women’s Alliance (FNWA) stands with Kateri Marion in her efforts to hold perpetrators accountable and empower other victims and survivors of sexual abuse; in this case at the hand of a trusted clergy member.…
Minnesota’s relatively lax distracted-driving laws will grow new teeth on August 1, 2019, when the hands-free cellphone law goes into effect. Currently, it is illegal for drivers under the age of 18 to use a cellphone while operating a motor vehicle. It is also illegal…
When a truck strikes a passenger vehicle head on, the consequences are almost always catastrophic. All parties involved are likely to suffer injuries, but there’s a high chance of death to the occupants of the smaller vehicle. If you or a loved one was hurt…
