Monthly Archives: February 2026
Why You Need a Lawyer for a Bus Accident Case
Bus accidents in Sioux Falls are generally called “mass tort” events. These collisions tend to injure dozens or possibly hundreds of people. Passengers on the bus can sustain life-threatening injuries, but other motorists and even pedestrians can get caught up in the crash. Connect with an experienced law firm if you were injured in… Read More »
Signs an Insurer is Engaging in Bad Faith
Insurers have a duty to treat their insureds in good faith. Unfortunately, if you are hurt in a car accident and need to file a claim, it might feel like you are beating your head against a wall. Shady practices are rampant in the insurance industry, since many insurers are more focused on their… Read More »
Buzzed Driving is Drunk Driving
Alcohol is one of the most powerful sedatives, and even one or two drinks is enough for most people to get a “buzz.” As a result, anyone getting behind the wheel of a car is a danger to the public. When stopped by police, the driver often protests that they aren’t really drunk, only… Read More »
Most Common Fatal Car Accidents
Fatal car accidents are usually the result of speed and angle of impact. Other contributing factors include whether motorists wear seat belts and their general health. However, some types of car accidents are more likely to result in fatalities than others. If you lost a beloved family member in a crash, contact Hoy Law… Read More »
Can You Recover from an Incomplete Spinal Cord Injury?
Incomplete spinal cord injuries typically involve compression or damage to the cord which is significant but not complete. Some neurological signals continue to pass from the brain to the end of the spine. With a complete injury, all sensation and movement are lost below the site of injury. By contrast, an incomplete injury holds… Read More »
Documenting Emotional Distress After an Accident
At Hoy Law, we negotiate compensation for clients who have suffered significant injuries. A fair settlement should cover certain economic losses, including the cost of medical care and any lost income. But we also fight for compensation for emotional distress, which can take many forms: post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, and even irritability. How… Read More »
Hoy Law Wins Supreme Court Decision Establishing Federal Trucking Regulations as the Standard of Care in South Dakota
On February 4, 2026, the South Dakota Supreme Court issued a landmark decision in Hamer v. Duffy, 2026 S.D. 4, that fundamentally changes how truck accident cases are tried in this state. Hoy Law of Sioux Falls represented Justin and Kim Hamer throughout this years-long fight, from trial through oral arguments before the Supreme… Read More »
Cargo Shift Truck Accidents
When fully loaded, a tractor-trailer can weigh up to 80,000 pounds, with most of that weight in the back. This heavy cargo makes trucks difficult to drive. Truck drivers need training and a special license so they can safely drive these heavy vehicles. Cargo must be tied down and secured so that it does… Read More »
Facial Injuries in a Car Accident
Facial injuries are some of the hardest to heal from after a car crash. A motorist could suffer various injuries when their airbag deploys with too much force or they slam their face on the dash. These injuries are not only painful, but they can also leave someone with lingering disabilities and poor vision…. Read More »
