When you spot an interesting new product at the store, you expect that it does what it claims on its packaging and that it is generally safe for consumers when used appropriately. Unfortunately, many manufacturers are more interested in turning a profit than they are...
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Year: 2022
What should you do after a crash?
The odds are more than just high that you’ll eventually be in one or more car crashes in your lifetime. Every year, there are roughly six million motor vehicle accidents in the United States, so it’s practically inevitable. That means it’s smart to plan ahead and have...
Just how bad are these 4 hazards for warehouse workers?
If you ask any warehouse worker right now, they’ll most likely say their job isn’t easy, but the pay is good. They may even go so far as to say, despite the difficulties of the job, they wouldn’t work anywhere else. That may be why so many people end up working in...
Could a slip-and-fall actually lead to major injuries?
It is easy for people to dismiss a slip-and-fall incident as minor, even though someone falling can have major medical consequences. The average slip-and-fall doesn't create much more than bruises, but worse injuries are absolutely possible. Understanding that you may...
Should you accept a plea bargain offer?
Most criminal convictions are reached through plea deals or bargains. As the name suggests, a plea deal is an arrangement where a defendant accepts the offer to plead guilty to a lesser charge in exchange for reduced punishment. However, a plea deal does come with...
Could your defense attorney’s mistake lead to an appeal?
Many people plead guilty because they don't like to take a risk when facing criminal charges. When you decided to fight your pending charges in South Dakota criminal court, you expected to win. Convinced of your own innocence and of your lawyer's ability to exonerate...
What are the most dangerous times of day to drive?
There are several things that you can do to reduce your risk of getting into a motor vehicle collision. Obviously, you can avoid the big driving mistakes that cause so many crashes by being sober whenever you drive and avoiding distractions at the wheel. You can also...
How insurance helps after a wreck with an uninsured driver
Every driver in South Dakota takes a risk when they get behind the wheel. Even if you are very safety-conscious while driving, you could cross paths with someone who is unsafe at the wheel. Typically, after an unfortunate encounter on the South Dakota roads, you can...
How do the police prove you were driving while drunk?
To convict someone of a criminal offense, the state must prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the accused broke the law. Before a police officer can arrest you, they need probable cause to believe a criminal act has occurred. Just making a few mistakes at the wheel...
Beware of knee injuries at work
Workers in all industries have to pay close attention to the stress they’re putting on their knees. These joints are used a lot throughout many activities. Protecting the knees must be a priority for the worker, as well as the employer. On average, knee injuries...