Being hit by a car while riding your motorcycle is a traumatic experience. You may find yourself in pain, overwhelmed, and unsure of what to do next. At Pringle & Herigstad, P.C., we understand how devastating motorcycle accidents can be, especially on North Dakota roads in places like Minot, Grand Forks, and...
Crashes involving delivery trucks are becoming more common across North Dakota. As online shopping increases, so does the number of large commercial vehicles on our roads. If you’ve been hit by a delivery truck—whether Amazon, UPS, FedEx, or another company—you may be wondering how to protect your legal rights and recover compensation.
Oilfield work in North Dakota can be grueling. The shifts are long, the conditions are harsh, and the machinery leaves little room for error. In the Bakken formation alone, thousands of people put in this kind of work every day — and accidents happen more often than most folks outside the...
When another driver causes a crash but can’t pay for the damage they’ve done, your own insurance steps in—at least, if you’ve got the right coverage.
In North Dakota, uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage isn’t something you can opt out of. It’s required by law, and for practical public...
Filing an injury claim after an accident might sound like it will save you money and be relatively simple at first, but it rarely stays that way. Insurance companies don’t make it easy, especially when there’s money on the line, so you'll likely run into lowball offers, delayed responses, or blame-shifting that...
From oil hauls in the Bakken to grain loads rolling east on Highway 2, commercial trucks are part of daily life in North Dakota. With agriculture, energy, and freight all relying on heavy transport, it’s no surprise these vehicles are a constant on our rural roads and interstates.
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If you’ve been hurt in Minot, whether on the highway, at work, or just walking through town, you’re probably dealing with a lot: medical bills, missed pay, and no clear idea what to do next. That’s where we come in. At Pringle & Herigstad, we’ve been helping people across North Dakota for...
In North Dakota, “substantial bodily injury” is one of multiple types of injury classifications that may apply to a civil or criminal case. Substantial bodily injury refers to a physical injury that causes temporary but significant disfigurement, loss of function, or intense pain. It’s more serious than a minor scrape or bruise,...
Truck accidents rarely involve just the driver. More often, they include a complex web of multiple liable parties. From major trucking companies and truck manufacturers to cargo loaders and maintenance crews — several people or entities can share responsibility. Understanding how to deal with multiple liable parties in a North Dakota
If you’ve been hit by a commercial vehicle—whether it was a delivery van, utility truck, ambulance, or something as large as an 18-wheeler—you’re probably feeling overwhelmed. You’re trying to get medical care, figure out time off work, deal with your insurance, and on top of that, your recovery and livelihood may hinge...
