Car insurance is one of the basic requirements for Minnesota drivers. The law requires a combination of no-fault and liability coverage to address the expenses of a car wreck. Generally speaking, the parties at fault for car crashes provide liability coverage for the...
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The tragedy of frontover pedestrian crashes
Many pedestrian crashes involve strangers and busy locations, such as high-traffic roads or hectic intersections. Drivers who don’t check their surroundings can strike people walking to work or simply trying to cross the road. Pedestrian crashes that occur at high...
Minnesota now allows lane splitting and filtering – with limits
Last year, Minnesota became just the sixth state in the U.S. to make lane splitting and filtering legal for motorcyclists. (All other states are in the Western U.S.) This, as motorcyclists know, is what it’s called when they move in and out of traffic lanes. Lane...
A rushed settlement following a car accident can prove costly
If you're entitled to compensation for the damages you suffered in a crash, that does not mean you have to accept the first settlement offered by the insurance company. It’s a mistake many car accident victims make, often because they are overwhelmed by the chaotic...
From fun to felony: How joyriding turns into a criminal case
What starts as a short ride can quickly turn serious in St. Paul, Minnesota. Joyriding often feels harmless, especially when no damage seems obvious at first. However, the law looks at vehicle use very differently than people often expect. The legal truth about...
How the MSP is helping teens avoid crashes
Parents of teens who are learning to drive or have just received their license know that even if their child is a safe driver, there are a lot of dangers on the road – particularly during Minnesota’s brutal winters. They need to constantly be aware of what’s happening...
Watch out for snowmobile crashes this winter
Minnesota’s long winters make snowmobiling a way of life. With thousands of miles of groomed trails and frozen lakes, riders look forward to the season all year. But the same conditions that make snowmobiling exhilarating can also make it dangerous. Every winter,...
Black ice accidents in Minnesota: Liability and safety tips
Winter driving in Minnesota brings many hazards, and black ice is among the most dangerous. Unlike snow or slush, black ice is nearly invisible, forming when temperatures hover around freezing and moisture refreezes on pavement. Drivers often don’t realize they are...
Winter driving safety tips that could save lives
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, Minnesota drivers face the inevitable arrival of snow storms and other winter weather conditions. Snow, ice and reduced visibility create dangerous driving situations, especially for less experienced drivers. Here are some...
Driving distractions that do not involve a cellphone
It is certainly true that many driving distractions involve cellphones. This goes beyond just texting and driving. Distractions can also include using a GPS, streaming music, or trying to take pictures and videos in the car. For this reason, it is usually best for...
How common are crashes caused by uninsured Minnesota drivers?
Car insurance is one of the basic requirements for Minnesota drivers. The law requires a combination of no-fault and liability coverage to address the expenses of a car wreck. Generally speaking, the parties at fault for car crashes provide liability coverage for the...
The tragedy of frontover pedestrian crashes
Many pedestrian crashes involve strangers and busy locations, such as high-traffic roads or hectic intersections. Drivers who don’t check their surroundings can strike people walking to work or simply trying to cross the road. Pedestrian crashes that occur at high...
Minnesota now allows lane splitting and filtering – with limits
Last year, Minnesota became just the sixth state in the U.S. to make lane splitting and filtering legal for motorcyclists. (All other states are in the Western U.S.) This, as motorcyclists know, is what it’s called when they move in and out of traffic lanes. Lane...
A rushed settlement following a car accident can prove costly
If you're entitled to compensation for the damages you suffered in a crash, that does not mean you have to accept the first settlement offered by the insurance company. It’s a mistake many car accident victims make, often because they are overwhelmed by the chaotic...
From fun to felony: How joyriding turns into a criminal case
What starts as a short ride can quickly turn serious in St. Paul, Minnesota. Joyriding often feels harmless, especially when no damage seems obvious at first. However, the law looks at vehicle use very differently than people often expect. The legal truth about...
How the MSP is helping teens avoid crashes
Parents of teens who are learning to drive or have just received their license know that even if their child is a safe driver, there are a lot of dangers on the road – particularly during Minnesota’s brutal winters. They need to constantly be aware of what’s happening...
Watch out for snowmobile crashes this winter
Minnesota’s long winters make snowmobiling a way of life. With thousands of miles of groomed trails and frozen lakes, riders look forward to the season all year. But the same conditions that make snowmobiling exhilarating can also make it dangerous. Every winter,...
Black ice accidents in Minnesota: Liability and safety tips
Winter driving in Minnesota brings many hazards, and black ice is among the most dangerous. Unlike snow or slush, black ice is nearly invisible, forming when temperatures hover around freezing and moisture refreezes on pavement. Drivers often don’t realize they are...
Winter driving safety tips that could save lives
With Thanksgiving just around the corner, Minnesota drivers face the inevitable arrival of snow storms and other winter weather conditions. Snow, ice and reduced visibility create dangerous driving situations, especially for less experienced drivers. Here are some...
Driving distractions that do not involve a cellphone
It is certainly true that many driving distractions involve cellphones. This goes beyond just texting and driving. Distractions can also include using a GPS, streaming music, or trying to take pictures and videos in the car. For this reason, it is usually best for...

