Do you make phone calls during your commute? If so, you are not alone. Many commuters try to make their time in the car as productive as possible. However, it may be helpful to review your habits to make sure you do not violate the new hands-free law that will take...
Year: 2019
May awareness month starts off poorly in Minnesota
Minnesota's motorcycle and bike awareness month is May. It's a time where it's hoped that more people will learn about motorcyclists and their presence on the roads. It's hoped that others will be aware of their surroundings and prevent collisions.Bicyclists and...
After lawsuit, workers’ compensation fund low in Minneapolis
If you need workers' compensation after getting hurt on the job, it should be available to you regardless of the amount you need. Your employer pays premiums to make sure you're covered, and you work as safely as possible in return. When you're hurt, the last thing...
Minnesota State Fairgrounds removes Pokestops, gyms
Traffic accidents can be relatively minor or result in severe injuries or deaths. The force of the impact is just one influence on the outcome of the crash, with other factors such as where each person was sitting, the angle of the impact and the size of the vehicles...
Settlement woes: Know what to expect
After a personal injury, there are a few things you should account for before accepting a settlement for your medical care and other financial needs. Your injury should be paid for by the party who caused it. They should also be compensating you for financial issues...
Change allows for claims for discrimination and work injuries
In news from mid-March, the Minnesota Supreme Court was reported as changing a long-time bar on discrimination lawsuits in workers' compensation cases. The discrimination cases were previously banned based on the Minnesota Human Rights Act, but the court has now ruled...
What causes crashes between cars and large commercial trucks?
When passenger vehicles and commercial trucks collide, the results can be devastating. In 2017, over 4,000 people in the United States died in crashes involving large trucks, and most of those deaths were to the occupants of passenger vehicles.The occupants of...
White Bear Lake police focused on stopping drunk drivers
White Bear Lake is a beautiful area with many residents who call it home. Unfortunately, there are people who get behind the wheel while intoxicated in the city.The cold weather makes alcohol a prime option for drinks, but combining driving and alcohol has become a...
Seek help if you’re bitten by a dog in Minnesota
Dog bites are perhaps not as rare as you'd believe, and they're particularly common when dogs are in confined spaces with humans. For example, in the winter, animals may live inside more than in the summer. That can lead to situations where a dog becomes anxious,...
Woman sentenced for crash that seriously injured road worker
A young woman who struck and seriously injured a woman who was working in a road construction zone in East Bethel back in 2017 has entered a guilty plea to the charge of "consciously disregarding a substantial and unjustifiable risk." That is considered a gross...