Slip-and-falls are a leading cause of injury in people's homes and in their workplaces. They are also one of the most common reasons that people file premises liability claims against a business. Stores and other businesses that open their facilities to the public...
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3 kinds of product failures that can lead to major expenses
Consumers spend a lot of money every year on products, and they expect that items sold in retail establishments are safe for them to use. Most consumer goods meet at least a minimum standard regarding safety and reliability, but some of them fail spectacularly and...
What if the driver at fault doesn’t have enough insurance?
You know that someone else is to blame for your car crash, so you likely expect them to pay for your costs. Insurance could potentially cover the cost to repair your vehicle and your medical bills, as well as your lost wages. Not only does South Dakota law require...
3 common mistakes people make after a slip-and-fall
Maybe you met up with friends to walk at the local mall, or perhaps you were out shopping for a new computer when you suddenly fell. You might have broken your arm trying to brace yourself against the expected impact or hit your head on the floor. You may not even...
Retail workers are at risk this holiday season
The holiday season is always busy in the retail industry, but being doesn’t mean that safety can fall by the wayside. Instead, keeping workers safe must remain a priority for all retail establishments. There are several hazards that these workers face during the busy...
How do you pay for injuries caused by defective products?
When you pay money to purchase an item at the store or to order a new product online, you expect that the item does what the manufacturer claims. You likely expect it to stand up to regular wear and tear and to be relatively safe to use, at least provided that you...
Passengers can be a dangerous distraction
Driving can feel almost automatic for the seasoned road user, but this is far from the truth. As a driver, you are making multiple important decisions every second. If you’re distracted then these decisions can be impacted greatly, putting your safety in jeopardy....
What’s wrong with driving when you are tired?
People often view tiredness as a badge of honor. They are proud they pulled off an all-nighter studying for exams, pushed themselves to exhaustion in an endurance race or brought extra wages home from a double shift. Yet they might not consider how it affects their...
Will a product recall prevent you from bringing a civil suit?
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...
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...