Distracted driving is one of the most pressing safety concerns on modern roads. Distraction at the wheel causes thousands of deaths every year and many other crashes that hurt people and damage property. Although many people use the term distracted driving to refer...
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Proving undue influence in a will contest
There are several reasons a will may be contested. One of them is if the person who made the will, known as the testator, was a victim of undue influence and the will does not reflect their true wishes. This may happen when another person uses their position of trust...
Signs that a stairway is unsafe
Some of the most dangerous trip and fall accidents – or slip and fall accidents – will happen on the stairs. Any time that you accidentally fall can lead to a serious injury, but being on the stairs simply increases the odds that you will suffer some sort of severe...
What you need to know about workers’ compensation in South Dakota
Many jobs carry inherent risks and threats to physical health and safety. This includes jobs such as mining, construction and drilling, but also jobs in which employees may be exposed to toxic chemicals, repetitive heavy lifting and large machinery with the capacity...
Spinal cord injuries: A lifelong challenge
The force of the impact at the time of a car wreck can lead to a host of injuries. A spinal cord injury is one that’s catastrophic and can have a profound impact on the victim’s life. While it’s possible that some spinal cord injuries may heal in a manner that enables...
3 signs of a drunk driver
The roads are dangerous enough even when every driver is sober. The sheer number of people driving means there is always someone close to you that could make a catastrophic mistake. When drivers drink alcohol, their capacity for doing something that leads to a...
3 ways drivers open themselves up to civil liability for a wreck
Most car crashes result in straightforward insurance claims, but some of them lead to litigation. When one person suffers serious losses in a crash, they sometimes have the right to file a civil claim against the driver at fault for the wreck. They can seek financial...
Dealing with a slip-and-fall accident
When thinking about different types of accidents that can cause serious injuries, car accidents and incidents in other dangerous circumstances might come to mind. Strolling along the sidewalk, or walking down to your local grocery store may not strike you as being...
South Dakota’s overdose immunity laws
If someone is using drugs with a friend or another person who appears to be overdosing, they may think twice before calling 911 for help. They may fear that they’ll be arrested on drug-related charges. Sadly, those who are alone when they overdose may also fear...
Can surgical therapy damage a nerve in your hand?
You were diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome after your increasing wrist weakness and tingling began to affect your work performance. The nonsurgical interventions you tried did not help. Your supervisor told you that, if you didn’t get help for your wrist, they...