Motor vehicle accidents may result in concussions, internal bleeding or other injuries that take weeks, months or years to heal from. Driver fatigue, distracted driving and impaired driving are three of the common causes of car accidents that take place on South...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Spring is here, so watch out for new road hazards
There is nothing much nicer than seeing the first few plants of spring pop up. It’s great to be able to experience warmer weather and to see the changes happening around the area. The one thing to remember is that your driving habits do need to adjust to the new...
A look at 2020 vehicle accidents in South Dakota
People often talk about how dangerous driving a car can be. Yet, with South Dakota being the fifth least populous state, you might wonder how dangerous things can get. What causes most vehicle accidents in South Dakota? A total of 26,135 drivers were involved in...
Winter driving brings added risks
Heavy snowfalls and freezing temperatures can make winter driving in Sioux Falls challenging. Accidents can happen if you or another driver fails to account for the conditions. Adjust your driving for the conditions Here are some things you can do to reduce the chance...
How motorcyclists can improve their safety in South Dakota
Taking your bike out to savor the warm days left before winter comes is a privilege every motorcyclist should be able to experience. Cutting through the summer breeze or cruising around in the fall to catch glimpses of foliage before the air gets too crisp is probably...
Injuries from a work-related fall could prove serious
You, like most other South Dakota residents, work hard for a living. While you may not have landed your first-choice job, you still do your best to perform your delegated tasks as best as possible. Of course, you may work in an environment that poses certain hazards...
How can you know if you are eligible for disability benefits?
If you are unable to work because of a medical condition, mental or physical, you understand how hard that can be for you and your family. In addition to the struggles you face each day to simply deal with your disability and navigate your limitations, you may also...
How to avoid personal injury when approaching intersections
If you're age 50 or older, you might recall a time in your life when it was common for people to drive for leisure. Sunday was a big day for such, and many families would hop in their cars to take a drive in the country or some other scenic route. This isn't as common...
Avoiding a head-on collision is not easy
Though driving is a daily occurrence for most South Dakota residents, it is an activity that can go from mundane to frightening in a matter of seconds. You could simply be going about your day, making your way to work or to run errands, when a sudden hazard presents...
Is an insurance company treating you unfairly?
When your insurance company denies your claim following and accident or injury, it may be a shock. You may check your records to see if you have paid your premiums. You may read over your policy to see if your claim falls under one of the many exclusions. Even then,...
