St. Paul Minnesota Car Accidents Legal Blog
Back to school traffic hazards and safe driving tips
When school is in session, the roads become more hazardous, especially in school zones. School buses are on the roads again, pickup and dropping off children, and many students are on bicycles or walking to get to school. Parents are rushing to drop their children off...
Passengers in three-row SUVs
Auto accidents in Minnesota are often unique in certain elements of a claim, and especially when the collision is reconstructed by personal injury lawyers. State policing agencies often do not have the manpower to thoroughly investigate accidents, and legal...
Understanding e-bikes and the rules surrounding them
E-bikes are different from traditional bikes. They have an electric motor that the rider uses to power the bike rather than just the pedals. In order to operate them legally in Minnesota and around the United States, it’s imperative that the user understands how they...
What are the crosswalk rules for pedestrians and drivers in St. Paul, MN?
If you are walking in St. Paul or plan to drive through the area, you need to know the laws that apply to you and others. Being safe means understanding your role as a driver or pedestrian and what you can do to keep yourself and others safe while you’re on the road....
The epidemic of pedestrian injuries in cities
Minnesota residents who choose to walk must exercise caution when traveling through busy city streets. Thousands of pedestrians die every year doing what humans do naturally. For many people, walking serves as a way to relieve stress and relax. However, an accident...
What to know about cognitive distractions
Research has indicated that roughly a quarter of all car accidents that take place on Minnesota roads can be attributed to using a cellphone while driving. However, cellphone use is not the only type of cognitive distraction that you should strive to eliminate while...
Auto makers could do more to protect rear-seat passengers
The development of safety features like airbags and inertia-reel seatbelts has made getting behind the wheel in Minnesota far less risky. Modern cars, pickup trucks and SUVs are crammed with devices and equipment to protect drivers and front-seat passengers in a...
How does underinsured or uninsured motorist coverage work?
Auto liability insurance protects both the injured and negligent parties. The insurance provider may pay a substantial claim to someone hurt in a Minnesota vehicle collision. Since the settlement comes from the insurance company, the liable party might not suffer...
The various dangers motorcycle drivers face
Minnesota motorcycle riders enjoy the freedom of the open road during the warm spring and summer months. However, every time they get behind the handlebars, they're putting themselves at risk of being involved in an accident. To help reduce your risk of being involved...
What is the best advice parents can give to new drivers?
Getting behind the wheel is a freeing experience for teenagers, but it is a terrifying rite of passage for parents. No matter how responsible your child is, it is natural to worry about giving them control over a vehicle that could cause thousands of dollars in...
