FAQ: What is Uninsured Motorist Coverage?
Being in an auto accident is traumatic. It becomes a bigger problem if the person who hit you does not have insurance. All states require some form of valid insurance with minimum liability coverage by law. In Minnesota, that minimum coverage is $30,000 for bodily injuries of one person and $60,000 for two or more… Read more »
FAQ: What is Underinsured Motorist Coverage?
Minnesota Auto Insurance Policies: Underinsured Motorist Coverage What is Underinsured Motorist Coverage? An underinsured motorist is someone who operates a vehicle with liability insurance that is adequate under Minnesota state law. However, the limits of that insurance policy are not always high enough to cover all of the other party’s losses when an underinsured motorist… Read more »
Breakdown of Minnesota Motor Vehicle Accident Statistics
Minnesota Motor Vehicle Accident Statistics The amount of car accidents that occur each year in Minnesota is staggering. The most recent “Comprehensive Annual Traffic Crash Data Report” offered by the Minnesota Department of Public Safety is from the year 2015. Below we’ll break down Minnesota motor vehicle accident statistics. According to DPS, there were 74,772… Read more »
FAQ: Who Am I Suing?
Understanding Who You Are Suing in a Personal Injury Case Who is actually being sued in a personal injury case? When suing someone in a personal injury case, it may seem like you’re suing that person directly, whether they’re an individual person or the leader of a small or large corporation. While it’s true that… Read more »
6 Most Common Types of Wrongful Deaths
Wrongful death claims can be brought against someone who has caused the death of another person. This death can be caused by negligence or intentional action. Wrongful death claims allow people to file a lawsuit against whoever was legally liable for the death. Lawsuits for wrongful death are usually filed by a representative of the… Read more »
Who Pays For my Damaged Rental Car After an Accident?
If you’re involved in a car accident while in a rental, you’re likely confused about who pays for the damage. Read on to find out who is liable for damage to a rental car in a motor vehicle accident. The Driver at Fault for the Car Accident The simple answer is the party who is… Read more »
Winter Slip-and-Fall Injuries in Minnesota
Minnesota Winter Slip and Fall Injury Claims Slip-and-fall injuries are some of the most common grounds for premises liability claims in Minnesota. The legal theory of premises liability is that the owners and operators of a property need to exercise a reasonable amount of care to ensure that the property is safe for the people… Read more »
What’s Causing My Back Pain After a Car Accident?
Car accidents are a common cause of serious back injuries that can have lasting effects on a victim’s quality of life. Types of Back Injuries Car accidents are not one in the same. There are tons of different ways that two cars can collide, which also means there are various ways that a person can… Read more »
Regulations That Make Commercial Trucking Safer
Truck drivers and the companies they work for have strict regulations to keep everyone safe. Like anything, driving a commercial truck comes with a set of rules and regulations. These regulations are set to keep everyone on the road safe, including the driver and other cars. Driving a commercial truck is different from driving a… Read more »
How to Stay Safe on the Road While Cycling
Riding a bicycle is a free, healthy, enjoyable, and eco-friendly way to get around. It’s becoming more popular, especially for big-city residents, to bike as their primary way of transportation. It’s an excellent solution for people of all ages to exercise and maintain their health while protecting the environment from air pollutants produced by cars. However,… Read more »