The loss of life to auto accidents is incredibly high in the United States when you compare the figure to other similar countries. The Centers for Disease and Control Prevention suggests that following the lead of other countries and how they keep accident rates low...
Year: 2020
What is MN’s rehabilitation requirement under workers’ comp?
Workers’ compensation benefits in Minnesota typically include medical expenses and lost wages. However, for workers whose injuries are long-lasting or permanent, they may also include rehabilitation and retraining. According to the MN Department of Labor and...
One small slip and fall can cause a lifelong injury
Many people in the greater Twin Cities area have probably tripped or slipped and fallen down at least once in their adult lives. Most of the time, thankfully, the result is a little soreness and some embarrassment. Falls often are debilitating However, too many people...
A breakdown of the different types of damages for car accidents
Anyone who has suffered an unexpected car accident knows that victims can face a number of different types of damages and challenges as they try to recover from their injuries. A personal injury claim for damages can help injured victims with their damages and help...
Driver of SUV dies after striking Freightliner truck
Construction zones are a common site on Minnesota highways during the summer. The Department of Transportation is busy repairing or improving roads, and farmers are busy tending to their crops. In some cases, these activities create a potentially fatal conflict for...
Proving negligence in a Minnesota car accident lawsuit
Minnesota drivers owe a duty to other drivers, passengers, pedestrians, and other people on the road, to use reasonable care when operating their vehicles. In other words, drivers are required to adhere to motor vehicle laws and act reasonably to avoid causing...
Navigating the workers’ compensation system in Minnesota
When workers get injured on-the-job in Minnesota, they oftentimes feel like they are facing more questions than answers. How serious is my injury? How will I earn an income if I can’t work? Where will I go for medical treatment? Will I have to fight to receive...
Road rash can be a serious motorcycle accident injury
Now that summer weather has arrived in Minnesota those who own a motorcycle are hitting the pavement. Minnesota has many different beautiful areas for motorcyclists to enjoy and most of the time cyclists are able to safely share the road with other motorists. But...
Things to consider before accepting a settlement offer
If you've been injured in a car accident, then you're probably trying to figure out how to move on with your life while securing the accountability and compensation you need. While a personal injury lawsuit might get you to where you want to be, you need to be careful...
How does workers’ compensation help workers through injury?
There are several different ways workers’ compensation benefits can help workers through the difficulties following a workplace injury or illness. It is important for injured workers in Minnesota to know what the different types of workers’ compensation benefits are...