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Distracted driving poses an undeniable threat on the roads today, leading to countless accidents, injuries and even fatalities. Why is distracted driving so dangerous? Distracted driving severely compromises a driver’s reaction time. The critical seconds it takes to...
DUI offenses can result in life-changing consequences, even for first-time offenders. The courts decide an offense’s penalties on a tiered basis; jail time and fine amounts generally depend on the defendant’s prior offenses within the last seven years. In North...
People slip and fall in public places for many different reasons. Sometimes, the reason for a fall involves horseplay, distraction or inappropriate footwear. Other times, someone might encounter a spill when shopping or trip over a power cord left exposed inside a...
Enforcement officers have expressed concern that the legality of the recreational use of marijuana in neighboring states will result in more drug crimes here in North Dakota. One particular concern: drugged driving. To address this potential issue, some enforcement...
Medical malpractice is the legal term that refers to a medical professional’s negligent actions that result in injury to a patient. To build a case for medical malpractice, the victim must generally establish four elements: Duty. First, the victim will need to show...
Walking is a great form of exercise and a relatively safe mode of transportation. Unfortunately, accidents can happen even when we take precautions like watching for traffic and obeying traffic signals. Those hit by a driver while walking likely have many questions....
A quick happy hour to celebrate a friend’s accomplishment or a drink to vent about a long day can quickly turn into a nightmare if the police pull you over afterwards and accuse you of drunk driving. These allegations are serious, and penalties can extend beyond fines...
This is part 7, out of 7, of our blog series about frequently asked questions for car accidents in North Dakota. How long will my case take? It may only be six or seven months before we reach a settlement on your behalf. More often, it will take two or three years...
This is part 6, out of 7, of our blog series about frequently asked questions for car accidents in North Dakota. Do I even need a lawyer? Yes and no. In small, uncomplicated claims, an attorney may not be of economic benefit to you. A good attorney will tell you...
This is part 5, out of 7, of our blog series about frequently asked questions for car accidents in North Dakota. I wasn’t wearing my seatbelt at the time of my accident. Is it true that I don’t have a claim against the driver who hit me? You may still have a valid...