As Minnesota welcomes the warmer weather of spring and summer, motorcyclists are eagerly hitting the roads to enjoy the scenic landscapes and open air. However, there is a good reason why May is known as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. The increase in motorcycle...
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Why alcohol and driving do not mix
Driving while impaired (DWI) is a criminal offense in Minnesota. Despite this, some drivers still drink and drive. Sometimes, this may go undetected and an impaired driver may make it to their destination without hurting themselves or others. Nonetheless, the sad...
Do the police always blame rear drivers for rear-end wrecks?
Fault can play a major role in the legal and financial aftermath of a car crash. The mistakes or misconduct of one driver may lead to financial and legal responsibility for a collision. Each collision is inherently unique and requires careful analysis to accurately...
Vehicle safety features that can help to prevent crashes
Safety features in vehicles are a constantly evolving concern. There were times when seatbelts weren’t even required in cars. Now, vehicles are required to have them and several other safety features. Many features that are common on newer cars can have a primary...
Staying safe on foot: 4 pedestrian mistakes to avoid
City streets are bustling hubs of activity featuring a vibrant mix of cars, buses, cyclists and pedestrians. While navigating these dynamic environments is exciting, it also comes with an inherent risk of accidents. Pedestrians, often the most vulnerable on the...
Seeking damages if your actions contributed to a car crash in Minnesota
If your actions or inaction played a part in the causes of a car accident, you may still be entitled to compensation for your injuries or losses. It all comes down to your degree of involvement or percentage of fault. In some cases, the law bars you from recovering...
Increasing truck sizes are deadly for innocent pedestrians
Over the years, pickup trucks and SUVs in the United States have been growing. Over the last three decades, the average height of a vehicle has increased by roughly 8 inches. While you may see some vehicles that look relatively the same – such as convertibles – a...
3 dangerous actions at intersections that can lead to wrecks
Intersections can be very busy locations. Dozens of vehicles may approach an intersection in rapid succession. Drivers have to quickly analyze their environment and then make a decision about when and how to proceed through the intersection. Sometimes, the choices or...
Safety tips for jogging near the road
When running for exercise, you often have to run near the road. It may be the only convenient place to run for a few miles, at least without paying for a gym membership. Many people would also prefer to run outside, as opposed to running on a treadmill or an indoor...
Safety tips for driving in the snow
In Minnesota, the winters can get very serious. You may have weeks or months of driving in relatively heavy snow and ice. This can be very dangerous and increases the risk of accidents. That said, with care and experience, you can drive safely in the snow. Here are...
Preventing motorcycle crashes as Minnesota’s weather warms up
As Minnesota welcomes the warmer weather of spring and summer, motorcyclists are eagerly hitting the roads to enjoy the scenic landscapes and open air. However, there is a good reason why May is known as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. The increase in motorcycle...
Why alcohol and driving do not mix
Driving while impaired (DWI) is a criminal offense in Minnesota. Despite this, some drivers still drink and drive. Sometimes, this may go undetected and an impaired driver may make it to their destination without hurting themselves or others. Nonetheless, the sad...
Do the police always blame rear drivers for rear-end wrecks?
Fault can play a major role in the legal and financial aftermath of a car crash. The mistakes or misconduct of one driver may lead to financial and legal responsibility for a collision. Each collision is inherently unique and requires careful analysis to accurately...
Vehicle safety features that can help to prevent crashes
Safety features in vehicles are a constantly evolving concern. There were times when seatbelts weren’t even required in cars. Now, vehicles are required to have them and several other safety features. Many features that are common on newer cars can have a primary...
Staying safe on foot: 4 pedestrian mistakes to avoid
City streets are bustling hubs of activity featuring a vibrant mix of cars, buses, cyclists and pedestrians. While navigating these dynamic environments is exciting, it also comes with an inherent risk of accidents. Pedestrians, often the most vulnerable on the...
Seeking damages if your actions contributed to a car crash in Minnesota
If your actions or inaction played a part in the causes of a car accident, you may still be entitled to compensation for your injuries or losses. It all comes down to your degree of involvement or percentage of fault. In some cases, the law bars you from recovering...
Increasing truck sizes are deadly for innocent pedestrians
Over the years, pickup trucks and SUVs in the United States have been growing. Over the last three decades, the average height of a vehicle has increased by roughly 8 inches. While you may see some vehicles that look relatively the same – such as convertibles – a...
3 dangerous actions at intersections that can lead to wrecks
Intersections can be very busy locations. Dozens of vehicles may approach an intersection in rapid succession. Drivers have to quickly analyze their environment and then make a decision about when and how to proceed through the intersection. Sometimes, the choices or...
Safety tips for jogging near the road
When running for exercise, you often have to run near the road. It may be the only convenient place to run for a few miles, at least without paying for a gym membership. Many people would also prefer to run outside, as opposed to running on a treadmill or an indoor...
Safety tips for driving in the snow
In Minnesota, the winters can get very serious. You may have weeks or months of driving in relatively heavy snow and ice. This can be very dangerous and increases the risk of accidents. That said, with care and experience, you can drive safely in the snow. Here are...