Minnesota parents might spend years dreading the day when their teenager gets behind the wheel for the first time, and for good reason. For years the data has suggested that motor vehicle accidents are the second leading cause of death for U.S. teens. However, that...
Car Accidents
Can you recover lost wages in a car accident claim?
Motor vehicle accidents can leave Minnesota residents reeling with serious injuries. If your injury requires you to miss time from work, you might wonder if your settlement would pay for your lost wages. What are the elements of a car accident case? Car accidents give...
Many drivers embrace distracting smartphone use
Few would say distracted driving is safe, yet many people embrace dangerously distracting habits. Modern technology makes it easy to talk or text on the phone while driving, a practice that puts people's lives in danger. Hands-free smartphone use doesn't automatically...
Tips for staying safe while driving in the snow
Winters in Minnesota are often bitterly cold. You are probably also used to seeing a lot of snow, which makes commuting more challenging. If you have to drive in the snow, you should use these tips to stay safer. Drive extra carefully Driving on slippery surfaces like...
Necessary car accident claim documentation
Many car accident victims in Minnesota do not understand what steps to take following a mishap. For most claimants, this begins with contacting the responsible party's insurance company after all of the dust has settled. The necessary documentation when submitting a...
Minnesota and UM/UIM insurance requirements
Most states require drivers to carry at least minimum liability car insurance to cover other drivers. However, each state sets its own level of minimum coverage, and 20 states require more than liability. Drivers in St. Paul, Minnesota, must buy some additional...
Why are red light accidents rapidly increasing?
Car accidents are an unfortunate but regular occurrence in Minnesota. There has been an uptick in accidents stemming from drivers ignoring and running red lights. Deaths from these accidents have also become the highest ever in the last decade. What has the AAA...
Is it dangerous to drive while wearing headphones?
To protect yourself and other drivers in Minnesota, it's imperative to avoid distractions while driving. You might know about common causes of distracted driving, including cellphone use, looking away from the road and similar types of behaviors. However, you may be...
Night shift workers at a high risk of getting into car accidents
Certain industries need workers around the clock. Depending on the industry you work in, you could get asked to work the night shift. If you're one of many people in Minnesota suffering from shift work sleep disorder, working all night could be deadly. Here's more...
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...
