Recent Blog Posts

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  Heart Contusions in Car Accidents April 22, 2026 Broken Bones Internal Injuries, Car Accidents

  Seat belts save thousands of lives each year, but they can still cause injuries, especially to the chest and internal organs. Collisions generate forces which put intense pressure on the body. When a person is thrown forward, their seat belt can compress against their breastbone, also called the sternum. The sternum can then press... Read More »

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  Seeking Accountability in Trucking Accidents April 20, 2026 Personal Injury, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death

  In 2024, approximately 5,000 people died in accidents involving trucks, up more than 50% from 15 years ago. And while a new proposed law would strengthen enforcement against truck drivers, safety advocates say it will do nothing against freight brokers – middleman companies that often hire firms with poor safety records. Correspondent Jim Axelrod... Read More »

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  Field Trip Accidents: Who is Liable? April 16, 2026 Bus Accident

  Field trips are a regular part of a child’s education. Children often take field trips to museums or to visit the state’s capital. Unfortunately, accidents sometimes happen along the way, with children sent to the emergency room and parents receiving a call at home. Who is legally responsible for these accidents? Contact Hoy Law... Read More »

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  Long-Term Rehab and Brain Injuries April 15, 2026 Brain Injury

  Recovery from a traumatic brain injury doesn’t end when you leave the hospital. Instead, many TBI victims need months of grueling rehabilitation. A brain injury can impact all areas of life, from memory to speech. Some lives are completely upended, putting intense stress on your family and other caregivers. Rehabilitation is a common component... Read More »

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  When Is It More Than Whiplash? March 26, 2026 Whiplash

  Whiplash is a common neck injury that motorists suffer after accidents, especially rear-end collisions. Typically, whiplash affects muscles and ligaments, stretching and tearing them. This soft tissue should heal with sufficient rest. Although neck stiffness and pain are disabling, conservative treatment is usually sufficient. However, some motorists need surgery when there is structural damage... Read More »

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  What Happens if the Trucker Who Hit You is an Independent Contractor? March 25, 2026 Truck Accidents

  The trucking industry continues to undergo upheavals and changes. Over the past 15 years, the number of independent contractors has increased by almost 40%, to reach 1,000,000 workers. These independent contractors are not employed by a transportation company. Instead, they are “owner operators” who own their own truck and work freelance. Traditionally, anyone hurt... Read More »

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  That Text Message Could Distract You for Half a Minute March 19, 2026 Distracted Driving Accident

  Although reading a text message might take only a few seconds, even one message can end up causing longer-lasting cognitive distraction. For this reason, texting and driving is one of the most dangerous activities. Someone who reads a text only when stopped at a light might nonetheless remain distracted for thirty seconds, according to... Read More »

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  What to Do if You Suspect a Trucker is Drunk March 18, 2026 DUI Truck Accident, Truck Accidents

  Truckers deal with the loneliness of the job in different ways, and some of them turn to alcohol or drugs. These substances have well-known negative effects on the ability to drive safely. If you were hurt in a truck accident, you are probably in a state of shock. Many of our clients are also... Read More »

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  5 Reasons Your Uber Driver Got Into a Collision March 12, 2026 Rideshare Accident

  Rideshare companies like Uber and Lyft have set down roots in Sioux Falls and have changed how people move around. These companies are especially convenient for young people who don’t want to buy a car or older residents who need help getting to appointments or running errands. But like other vehicles, they get into... Read More »

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  Thunderclap Headaches After a Crash: A Warning Sign of a Life-Threatening Brain Injury March 11, 2026 Brain Injury

  Many people suffer a serious brain injury in an accident. For example, someone could strike their head when they fall from a height or when involved in a car accident. Milder brain injuries like concussions are more common in many personal injury cases. But it’s possible you suffered significant trauma, resulting in a blood... Read More »