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How Social Media Can Hurt Your Personal Injury Claim
After an accident, it is natural to want to reach out to friends and family. You might feel the urge to post an update, share a photo, or simply vent about what happened. But if you have a personal injury claim, what you share online could seriously work against you. Insurance companies and defense… Read More »
Understanding Jackknife Accidents and Liability Issues
If you have ever driven near a large commercial truck, you may have wondered what happens when things go wrong. One of the most dangerous scenarios is a jackknife accident. This occurs when a truck’s trailer swings out to form an angle with the cab, resembling a folding pocketknife. These crashes often happen suddenly… Read More »
Why Motorcycle Accident Injuries Are Often More Severe
If you ride a motorcycle, you already know the freedom that comes with it. But you also know the risks. Motorcycles offer virtually no protection in a crash, and the consequences can be devastating. So what makes motorcycle accident injuries so much worse than those in a typical car crash? Understanding the answer can… Read More »
What to Do if You Are Hit by an Out-of-State Truck Driver
South Dakota sits at a major crossroads for commercial trucking. Interstates 90 and 29 carry an enormous volume of freight through the state every day, which means that when a serious truck accident happens here, the driver behind the wheel often comes from somewhere else entirely. If you’ve been hit by an out-of-state trucker,… Read More »
How Insurance Coverage Works in Commercial Trucking Accidents
If you have ever been involved in a collision with a semi-truck or other large commercial vehicle, you probably already know that these accidents are nothing like ordinary car crashes. The injuries tend to be more severe, the vehicles involved are far more complex, and the insurance picture is a completely different beast. Understanding… Read More »
Signs of a Traumatic Brain Injury After a Car Accident
A car accident can happen in seconds, but the consequences can last a lifetime. One of the most serious and often misunderstood injuries that can result from a crash is a traumatic brain injury, or TBI. What makes TBIs especially dangerous is that the signs are not always obvious right away. You might walk… Read More »
How Liability Works in Uber and Lyft Accident Claims
Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have become part of everyday life for many people in South Dakota. They are convenient and widely used. But what happens when the car you are riding in, or a rideshare vehicle that hits your car, is involved in an accident? The answer is more complicated than a… Read More »
Can You Sue if a Driver Fails to Yield at a Crosswalk?
You step into a crosswalk, assuming drivers will do what the law requires and slow down. Then, in an instant, everything changes. If a driver failed to yield to you in a crosswalk and you were hurt, you may be wondering whether you have legal options. The short answer is yes, you may have… Read More »
What Damages Can You Recover After a Serious Accident?
A serious accident can turn your life upside down in an instant. Medical bills pile up, you may be unable to work, and the physical and emotional toll can feel overwhelming. If someone else’s negligence caused your injuries, you may be entitled to compensation, but do you know exactly what you can recover? Understanding… Read More »
What is a Bobtail Truck Accident?
A semi truck without a trailer attached is called a “bobtail.” Truckers bobtail after they have made a delivery and are either headed home or toward another loading dock to pick up a new trailer. Although trucks are lighter when they bobtail, they can still get into collisions. And motorists can suffer horrifying injuries… Read More »