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...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
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...
The most common mistakes after an auto accident
Experiencing a vehicular collision is almost always a traumatic experience. It's hard to know the best way to react in the moment, but these are often the most critical moments for building a strong case. There are several major mistakes that Minnesota drivers make in...
What makes drowsy driving so dangerous?
A great many drivers would never think of getting behind the wheel while intoxicated. Calling a rideshare service might be the action scores of drivers take if they had "one too many." And yet, an untold number of drivers take to Minnesota roads after going without...
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...