Getting injured in a truck accident can be one of the most traumatic experiences a person can go through. Besides the psychological effects that an accident can have, there are also the physical injuries that you may need to deal with. Head injuries Depending on the...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Understanding the different forms of distracted driving
Distracted driving is a significant threat to roadway safety in Minnesota and across the country. Some form of distraction is implicated in over one-fourth of all motor vehicle accidents, and many of these crashes have serious consequences. In just one year, over...
Improper loading and truck accidents
Truck drivers in Minnesota have a huge responsibility. Not only are they transporting most of the essential goods that people use every day, but they are also operating the largest vehicles on the roadways. When trucks are involved in accidents with smaller vehicles,...
Art makes streets safer
Car accidents often leave Minnesota residents reeling with serious injuries. However, a new study has shown that street art can reduce the number of accidents that occur and make the streets safer. What was the study about? A study was performed by Bloomberg...
How uninsured motorist protection works
Drivers are required to have insurance in St. Paul, Minnesota, but many still drive without it. Statistics show one out of eight drivers didn't carry insurance in 2019. Even with low odds, having uninsured motorist protection is a wise investment. Uninsured motorist...
What to know about concussions
Traumatic brain injuries are some of the most serious effects that can result from auto accidents. One type of TBI that a driver in Minnesota may experience is a concussion. Overview of concussions A concussion occurs from auto accidents because of blunt force trauma...
Drunk driving kills thousands of people each year
Drunk driving accidents in Minnesota can be fatal, and the devastating consequences of them are entirely preventable. Over the past few decades, there has been a decline in fatal drunk driving accidents, but the problem is still significant. Over 10,000 people die...
How uninsured/underinsured motorist protection works
Drivers in St. Paul, Minnesota are required to buy insurance, but some drivers still do not carry it. Many providers require underinsured/uninsured motorist protection, but some do not. However, even in states that don't uninsured motorist protection, it can benefit...
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...
Facts about aggressive driving and road rage
Most drivers in Minnesota will likely encounter an aggressive driver. Aggressive driving is very common, and the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety reports that it contributes to 54% of fatal car accidents in the U.S. However, fewer people have the misfortune of...
