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Car Accidents

Why take a car crash case to court?

In the wake of an injurious car crash, you may be faced with the decision of whether to settle a claim with an insurance company or take your case to court. While settling might seem like the quicker and easier option, it’s not always the approach that honors the best...

Why litigation might be necessary after a spinal cord injury

In the aftermath of a devastating car accident, many survivors choose to settle because doing so is usually quicker and less stressful than pursuing a lawsuit. A major incentive for this approach is that they can focus on their recovery and address immediate financial...

Lower back injuries that may occur in car crashes

Car crashes can cause many different types of injuries, depending on the area of the body that’s affected by the force of a wreck. Some of the injuries that occur impact the lower back, which can greatly impact a victim’s life. The lumbar region of the back, which...

What’s at risk when negotiating a settlement after a crash?

Most motorists in South Dakota take for granted the idea that they insurance coverage will help them to cover their costs should a crash occur. After all, South Dakota requires liability insurance from all drivers. Motorists must purchase a minimum amount of coverage...

What happens when an uninsured driver crashes into someone else?

Drivers in South Dakota have a legal obligation to carry insurance. In fact, the state requires more insurance coverage than many other jurisdictions. Despite the laws requiring insurance, many people still drive without coverage. Sometimes, it is an intentional...

Five Most Dangerous Roads in Sioux Falls

Sioux Falls, South Dakota is one of the larger metropolitan regions in the state. Thousands of people travel on local roads every day to get to work and care for their families. Most of those travelers will reach their destination without any issues. However, crashes...

Is the driver in front ever at fault for a rear-end crash?

With rare exceptions, most motor vehicle collisions are the fault of one of the drivers involved. Certain kinds of collisions lead to people assuming that a specific driver was at fault for the incident. For example, people tend to blame a semi-truck driver for a...

3 reasons rural accidents are more dangerous

Studies have found that rural roads are disproportionately dangerous to drivers. They lead to fatal car accidents at a higher rate than city streets. This doesn’t mean there are more fatal accidents that occur in rural areas overall, but simply that rural accidents...

How cyclists can stay safe when sharing lanes with vehicles

As cycling continues to grow in popularity, more cyclists share the road with vehicles. While this can be an exhilarating and efficient mode of transportation, it also comes with inherent risks. To help ensure the safety of cyclists and motorists, cyclists need to...

3 top causes of South Dakota crashes are largely within your control

Every year, there are thousands of car crashes in South Dakota, and the possibility of a collision exists wherever there are motor vehicles. Crashes occur every day of the week and every time of day for a seemingly endless list of reasons. Drivers can make many minor...

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