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In South Dakota, there are dozens of laws that apply to motor vehicles and the people that operate them. You have to carry insurance and register your vehicle. You need to abide by traffic signs and follow state laws to help minimize the chance of a collision...
A car accident can leave you confused, shocked and physically hurt. The good news, however, is if the accident was someone else’s fault, then you can sue them for your resulting economic and non-economic damages. If you sustain an injury as a result of another...
South Dakota enacted a law banning the manual use of mobile phones several years ago. Most drivers are aware of the fact that they could get a ticket and have a police officer declare them liable for a crash if they admit to texting at the wheel. Unfortunately, all...
If you get involved in a crash caused by another driver, you may be interested in moving your car. Perhaps it’s blocking the roadway and you want to clear the area so that other traffic can proceed. Maybe you actually think that the position of the car puts you in...
Seatbelts have been installed in cars for many years now. In fact, it has been compulsory to wear seatbelts in South Dakota since the 1990s. While there is no disputing that this piece of safety equipment saves lives, seatbelts can also cause injuries during a...
The basic automotive insurance required in most states is liability coverage. To legally register a vehicle and drive on public roads, licensed drivers need to present proof of insurance to the state. The liability coverage that they carry will pay for any expenses if...
The Roadways around Sioux Falls can be hectic at times, particularly during rush hour. Occasionally, the roads just can’t handle the volume of traffic. This can create frustration among drivers as they all have somewhere to be. It doesn’t take much to spark a road...
Each year, thousands of auto accidents are caused by drunk driving, making it one of the leading causes of auto accidents in the U.S. Alcohol impairs the driver’s key senses (vision and hearing). Additionally, it inhibits the driver’s muscle coordination, judgment...
From the moment you call for emergency medical assistance after a crash, your bills will start accumulating. You will pay for the ambulance ride to the hospital and the tow truck that takes your vehicle to the repair shop or junkyard. You will have to cover days if...
Whether injured or not, an auto accident is shocking, especially if you did not see it coming. Your adrenaline goes into overdrive, your mind races and you probably feel intense relief that you survived. The stress of a car accident makes it easy to forget to protect...