Blogs
Pursuing a Wrongful Death Claim Caused by a Fatal Oilfield Accident
27th May 2020 | BIll Sand
The boom in the North Dakota fossil fuel industry has created lucrative jobs for many long-term and new residents in North Dakota. This boom has led to many high paying jobs, better standards of living than many people could have hoped for, and a future for people’s children that they didn’t have themselves. But, unfortunately,… Read more »
Can Medications Affect DUI Tests?
13th May 2020 | BIll Sand
A DUI conviction can have many long-term implications. So how do you ensure that you don’t have a false positive on a breathalyzer test? According to the law, North Dakota drivers should never have a blood alcohol concentration above .08 percent. When they suspect drivers are operating vehicles above the legal BAC, law enforcement officers… Read more »
ARRESTED IN NORTH DAKOTA? WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
30th April 2020 | Sand Law, PLLC
Are you facing a misdemeanor or felony in North Dakota? Don’t risk your freedom! Contact Sand Law. Being charged with a crime is a serious event. Whether you have been charged with a misdemeanor or a felony, there are a number of consequences that you may be facing. Charges carry with them the potential for… Read more »
Most Common Drug Defenses in North Dakota
30th April 2020 | Sand Law, PLLC
What Legal Defenses are There for Drug Offenses? Whether you are facing prosecution for possession of a controlled substance or the intent to sell or distribute an illegal substance, you may have a number of potential legal defenses available to assert. Depending on the unique circumstances of your case, choosing the right drug defense in… Read more »
Domestic Violence Growing as Coronavirus Forces Victims to Stay at Home
24th April 2020 | BIll Sand
COVID-19 Lockdown Has Unexpected Consequences for Domestic Violence Victims How common is domestic violence? Domestic violence is an umbrella term that encompasses child abuse, partner abuse, and elder abuse. However, the most common form of domestic abuse is partner abuse. This abuse does not always have to be physical, but can include economical, sexual, and… Read more »
9 Common Car Accident Injuries
17th April 2020 | BIll Sand
Five million car accidents happen in the United States every year. While most of these accidents aren’t fatal, that doesn’t mean all motorists walk away unscathed. One person suffers an injury every two hours due to an automobile accident in the state of North Dakota. 1. Traumatic Brain Injuries Close to 3 million people across… Read more »
What You Need to Know About DUI/DWI Laws North Dakota
31st March 2020 | Sand Law, PLLC
Important North Dakota DUI Laws If you or someone you know is currently charged with a DUI/DWI offense in North Dakota, you may feel overwhelmed by the situation. DUI/DWI charges carry harsh penalties throughout the U.S., many of which are life-changing results for the offending party. Finding a criminal defense attorney with experience in DUI/DWI… Read more »
Oilfield Injuries | Third Party Liability & Worker’s Compensation
31st March 2020 | Sand Law, PLLC
Worker’s Compensation for North Dakota Oilfield Injuries Working in the oil and gas industry can be dangerous. The Federal Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) includes oil and gas under the broad category of “mining.” Oil and gas-related accidents account for over 70% of fatal accidents within the entire mining industry, and the fatality rate for… Read more »
North Dakota Federal Charges
31st March 2020 | Sand Law, PLLC
What are North Dakota Federal Charges? The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of North Dakota is responsible for prosecuting federal crimes throughout the state and for prosecuting all violent crimes occurring within the Fort Berthold Reservation, the Spirit Lake Reservation, and the Turtle Mountain Reservation. Federal criminal charges are generally much more serious… Read more »
DUI Laws in Minot, North Dakota
31st March 2020 | Sand Law, PLLC
Understanding Minot, North Dakota DUI Laws Driving while intoxicated or driving under the influence (DWI/DUI) is one of the most common criminal charges brought in Minot, Ward County, and across the State of North Dakota. In 2016, the United States Supreme Court heard two DWI/DUI cases from North Dakota, one from Morton County and one… Read more »