Monthly Archives: August 2025
The Differences Between Civil and Criminal Liability for a DUI Accident in South Dakota
According to a recent report from Forbes, South Dakota “has the highest number of DUI arrests per 100,000 licensed drivers” of any state. More alarmingly, about one-third of all traffic-related deaths in the state are the result of drunk driving accidents. Overall, the Mount Rushmore State ranks 11th in people killed in DUI accidents…. Read More »
Frequently Asked Questions About South Dakota Wrongful Death Lawsuits
When a Sioux Falls resident is injured in an accident caused by another person or legal entity’s negligence, that resident can file a personal injury lawsuit and seek compensation for their losses. If a Sioux Falls resident dies from their injuries, however, then it is left to their estate and loved ones to file… Read More »
Is an On-the-Scene Admission of Fault Proof of a Defendant’s Liability for a South Dakota Motorcycle Accident?
In the moments following an accident, a driver may step up, apologize and admit they were at-fault for what happened. If you are the injured victim, however, do not assume that such an admission means you will automatically prevail should you need to file a personal injury claim. Indeed, there are many cases where… Read More »
How Does Underinsured Motorist (UIM) Coverage Work in a South Dakota Car Accident?
When you purchase auto insurance in South Dakota, by law it must include both uninsured motorist (UM) and underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage. Both forms of coverage pay benefits if an insured person is injured or killed in an accident caused by a negligent driver who either lacks insurance (an uninsured motorist) or whose insurance… Read More »
Where Do I File a South Dakota Trucking Accident Lawsuit?
As South Dakota’s most populous city, Sioux Falls sees a daily influx of commercial trucking. If you regularly drive on I-90 or I-29, you are likely to see many big rigs hauling cargo to destinations throughout the United States. Indeed, most commercial trucks you see in South Dakota are not local vehicles. So what… Read More »
