Oilfield accidents can result in catastrophic injuries and fatalities. Workers are exposed to numerous hazards and dangerous conditions. They work with dangerous substances and heavy machinery. You may be entitled to damages if you are injured in an oilfield accident. In this blog, our Grand Forks & Minot personal injury attorney...
Is North Dakota a Contributory Negligence State?
Fault is a crucial part of a personal injury case. You must prove a party caused your injuries to hold the party financially responsible for your injuries and damages. However, the common law tort of contributory negligence can impact a victim’s right to recover damages if they contributed to the cause of...
How to Handle Motorcycle Accidents as Riding Season Begins
As we approach riding season in North Dakota, it is important to review safety measures to avoid motorcycle accidents. Riders will be on the roads throughout the state, including Minot, Bismarck, Grand Forks, and Fargo. Unfortunately, it is also essential to review the steps riders should take after...
Can You Seek Compensation for a Spinal Cord Injury in Devils Lake?
Yes, you can seek compensation for a spinal cord injury if your injury was caused by another party’s intentional acts, negligence, or other wrongdoing. However, you have the burden of proving the other party caused your injury before you can recover damages. Our Devils Lake spinal cord injury attorneys discuss spinal...
What is an Independent Medical Examination (IME)?
If you or your loved one was injured in an accident or other incident, it is essential you understand some critical elements of a personal injury case. Some injured victims may be required to participate in an Independent Medical Examination (IME) during their personal injury case. Our
What’s Included in a Car Accident Settlement in Minot?
Most car accident cases in Minot are settled outside of court. The parties negotiate a car accident settlement to resolve the dispute. The insurance company pays the victim in exchange for the victim releasing all claims against all parties. Once you sign a car accident settlement, you give up your right...
What To Do if You’re Involved in a Truck Accident in Bismarck
The injuries and damages caused by truck accidents can be significant. Trucking companies aggressively fight these claims to avoid losing money. Insurance companies have special teams that respond within hours to a crash site to begin an investigation. Knowing what to do after a truck accident is crucial to protecting your...
How Can Consumers Protect Themselves from Product Liability Issues?
When you purchase a product, you expect the product to perform as advertised and to be safe to use. Unfortunately, millions of people are injured each year by consumer products. In this blog, our Grand Forks & Minot product liability attorneys discuss ways consumers can protect themselves...
Steps to Take After a Loved One’s Wrongful Death
A wrongful death occurs when a party causes the untimely death of someone because of intentional torts, negligence, or wrongful acts. Many personal injury cases can result in wrongful death claims, including car accidents, medical malpractice, defective products, slip and fall accidents, and workplace accidents. Understanding the steps to take after a...
Is North Dakota an At-Fault State?
A common question people ask about car accidents in North Dakota is whether North Dakota is a no-fault or at-fault state for claims. The designation is very important because it determines who can be sued for damages and injuries caused by a car accident. In this blog, our North Dakota...
