Accidents in Grand Forks and Minot cause a variety of injuries. Victims may sustain injuries that require a few weeks of rest to recover. Other accident victims may sustain injuries that cause life-long disabilities. At Pringle & Herigstad, P.C., our North Dakota personal injury attorneys work with catastrophic injury victims to...
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Avoid Posting on Social Media During a Personal Injury Lawsuit
Social media is a part of most people’s daily lives. We share our experiences on social media, obtain news, conduct business, and stay connected with family and friends online. Therefore, it is common for people to share on social media when they are injured in an accident or other incident. However, posting...
Personal Injury Claims in North Dakota Involving Minors
Children are curious about the world around them. Unfortunately, they are not fully aware of the risks of some actions. Children are much harder to see than adults and cannot withstand the same forces. It can make them more vulnerable to accidental injury and death. If your child has been injured, this...
What Is the Statute of Limitations on a Hit-And-Run in North Dakota?
A hit-and-run accident occurs when a driver leaves the scene of an accident without fulfilling the legal requirements required by North Dakota law. A hit-and-run driver can be charged with a crime. They can also be civilly liable for damages if they cause an accident. However, you have a limited time...
What Happens When an Injury Claim Goes to Court?
A personal injury is an injury caused by another party. A personal injury claim is a set of facts that can create a right to recover damages from the party who caused the injury. Most personal injury claims are settled through negotiations with the other party. However, some cases cannot be...
Top 5 Personal Injury Accidents in North Dakota
Personal injuries can arise from all types of accidents. The party responsible for causing the injury can be liable under negligence, intentional torts, and strict liability laws. With any type of personal injury, seeking prompt legal advice from a North Dakota personal injury attorney is essential. Below are the top...
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...
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
How Social Media Posts Can Impact Your Personal Injury Case
Most of us scroll through Facebook or Instagram the moment we wake up: we check a few stories, maybe post a selfie, and then get on with our day. It’s practically a reflex. But if you’re pursuing a personal injury claim in North Dakota, those everyday habits can backfire—big time. A single...