Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents
Driver negligence, as well as environmental conditions, are often factors in North Dakota bicycle accidents. Summary Bicyclists experience certain risk factors that increase the chances of bicycle accidents. Knowing what can cause a bicycle accident can help prevent a collision. The cause of your bicycle accident can affect your bicycle accident injury claim. A bicycle accident has the potential to cause severe injuries that inflict lifelong disabilities or even death. In order to better help prevent these collisions from occurring it is integral that both motorists and bicyclists have an understanding of major risk factors and causes of bicycle accidents. If you or a loved one have been involved in a bicycle accident with a car, truck, or other motor vehicle then contact the North Dakota bicycle accident attorneys of Sand Law about seeking compensation through a personal injury lawsuit. Damages related to your injuries such as medical expenses, lost wages, and mental anguish can be covered by a bicycle accident settlement. To contact Sand Law about filing a bicycle accident lawsuit or claim, call our office at (701) 394-4744 or fill out a form on our contact page. Factors That Contribute to Increased Bicycle Accident Risk Bicycle accident injury...
Hazards That Cause Slip-and-Falls Inside and Outside
To avoid sustaining serious injuries, keep an eye out for common hazards that cause slip-and-falls both indoors and outdoors. Summary Slip-and-fall accidents can inflict severe injuries due to trip and slip hazards. These slip-and-fall hazards can exist due to property owner negligence and make them liable for damages. You can file a slip-and-fall accident claim to seek compensation for your slip-and-fall injury damages. Slip-and-fall accidents have the potential to inflict life-changing injuries when property owners are negligent. Businesses like hotels, stores, and restaurants can be host to a wide range of trip or slip hazards that can cause fall accidents when property owners are negligent. People who have suffered severe injuries after a slip-and-fall accident on someone’s property may be entitled to compensation. Premises liability ensures that property owners can be considered liable in a slip-and-fall accident claim when someone on their property is harmed due to trip-and-fall hazards that should have been addressed. These trip and fall hazards are dangerously common and can vary considerably. If you or a loved one have been injured in a slip-and-fall accident because of dangerous slip-and-fall hazards then consider contacting Sand Law about your potential personal injury claim. Our North Dakota slip-and-fall accident...
Common Slip and Fall Accident Injuries
The head and limbs are particularly vulnerable to harm in a slip-and-fall accident. Summary In a slip-and-fall accident, common injuries include brain injuries, damage to the hips, back, and neck, and fractured or broken bones. Slip-and-fall accident injuries can occur when a person overlooks a hazard like a wet floor or loose step. A property owner who fails to address a dangerous walking condition that causes a slip-and-fall accident can be held liable for damages, such as medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Slip-and-fall accident attorneys can connect the property owner's negligence to your injuries and resulting damages. Slip-and-fall accidents can occur anywhere, including work, school, a friend’s house, or a restaurant. An obstacle or an issue with a walking area can cause a person to fall from a loss of balance. These types of accidents can expose a person to significant injury, as they can fall on the hard floor and cause injuries to their head, neck, shoulders, arms, and face. If you suffered a severe injury from a slip-and-fall accident, our team can help you file a slip-and-fall accident claim to hold a property owner accountable for the negligence that led to the accident. Our team...
Four Ways a Semi-Truck Accident is Different from a Car Accident
Accidents involving semi-trucks are extremely scaring and confusing. Unlike a more common car accident, truck versus car accidents often result in severe injuries and lots of questions. The significant difference in size and weight between semi-trucks and other vehicles already makes a collision between the two different and more dangerous, but it also raises other concerns. Each year in the US, there are nearly 500,000 accidents involving semi-trucks, resulting in 116,000 injuries and 5,000 deaths. This is no surprise when you consider that over two million commercial transportation trucks are operating on US roads at any given time, accounting for more than 200 billion miles per year collectively. So, besides the size difference between a car and semi-truck, what are the differences between a crash involving an 18-wheeler and a motor vehicle when it comes to a personal injury claim? 1. Regulations on Commercial Driving Semi-trucks are subject to different regulations than other motor vehicles because they are intended to travel between states. Additionally, these restrictions exist because trucks pose a greater risk to the general public. Such regulations are set by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration and navigate almost every aspect of the commercial driving industry. Some of...
ND Attorney Guide to Types of Damages in a Personal Injury Case
Injured because of someone else's negligence? You may be entitled to compensation for your damages. If you've been injured because of someone else's negligence, you may be able to claim damages associated with your injuries. Negligence can come in many forms, such as someone forgetting to wipe up a spill that causes you to slip and fall or someone texting while driving. No matter how you're injured, Sand Law is here to make sure you get the compensation you deserve for your personal injury claim. Common Personal Injury Incidents A personal injury accident occurs when one person acts with negligence, causing injury to another person. Types of personal injury accidents include: Motor vehicle accidents, such as car, truck, motorcycle, bicycle, and pedestrian accidents Slip and fall accidents Oilfield accidents Work-related accidents Dog bite injury Child injuries Nursing home abuse Medical malpractice Defective product injuries Wrongful death Car accidents are among the most common types of personal injury cases, with approximately 38,000 car accident-related fatalities occurring each year. Most motor vehicle accidents occur because of distracted driving, drunk driving, speeding, aggressive driving, or fatigued driving. Injuries can vary from minor to severe, with severe injuries having a great impact on the...
How is Loss of Income Calculated?
Understand your options as we break down different methods for calculating lost income for personal injury claims. Summary Lost income, a key part of personal injury claims, refers to money you couldn't earn due to an injury. This includes both wages from your recovery period and potential future income loss. Calculating lost income depends on your employment situation. It's straightforward for hourly workers and salaried workers, but self-employed individuals require more documentation to prove pre-injury income. Strong evidence is crucial for lost income claims. This includes pay stubs, tax returns, medical records showing injury severity and work restrictions, and any out-of-pocket expenses. If you've been injured due to someone else's negligence, consider consulting with a personal injury lawyer to discuss your specific case and how to calculate lost income. If you’re injured in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you may be able to recover compensation for your damages in a personal injury lawsuit. Lost wages are one category of damages, awarded when your injuries prevent you from working or fully completing your job responsibilities. Calculating lost income is usually pretty straightforward, but there may be complicating factors. If you or a loved one has been injured due to...
The Challenges of Filing a Truck Accident Case Against Large Trucking Companies
Trucking companies and their insurance providers are ready to fight back, and so are we. Summary Truck accidents in North Dakota are dangerous due to the immense size and weight difference between trucks and cars. Injuries from truck accidents can be severe and life-changing, leading to financial hardship for victims. Truck accident cases are complex due to the involvement of trucking companies and their insurance carriers who fight to minimize payouts. Securing legal representation from an experienced North Dakota truck accident lawyer is crucial to navigating the legal process and recovering fair compensation. North Dakota's sprawling highways keep people connected and commerce flowing, but they can also be the sites of devastating accidents, especially when large trucks are involved. These mechanical behemoths dwarf passenger vehicles, and a collision with one can have life-altering consequences. This includes the considerable challenges of filing a truck accident case against a large trucking company. If you've been injured in a truck accident in North Dakota, the fight for fair compensation can be daunting. Large trucking companies have enormous resources at their disposal, and they’re not afraid to use those resources to avoid paying victims the compensation they deserve. However, don't be discouraged. You can...
5 Ways Insurance Companies Avoid Paying and How We Combat Them
Insurance companies are notorious for using bad faith tactics in an effort to avoid paying injury victims their rightful compensation. That’s the case whether someone is hurt in a truck accident, a car accident, or they’re injured because they slip and fall on someone else’s negligently maintained property. Insurers typically care about only one thing – protecting their profits. They couldn’t care less about how badly you’ve been hurt, nor do they care that your suffering is not your fault. If you find yourself in this frustrating, unfortunate situation, get in touch with a Sand Law personal injury attorney as soon as possible. We’ll take away a lot of the stress you’re experiencing, because we are extremely familiar with all the tricks insurance companies use, and we know how to defeat them. Our team will keep you informed through the entire process, and will always be here to answer your questions. The following is a look at five of the most common dirty tricks an insurance company will use in order to keep from paying injury victims what they deserve. If you would like a free case review, use our online contact form or give us a call at 701-609-1510....
From Negotiation to Litigation: Understanding the Tactics Used by Car Accident Lawyers
Summary The tactics used by car accident lawyers are effective methods for recovering fair compensation from insurance companies. Victims of car accidents suffer physically and financially; sometimes, it is necessary to file complicated personal injury lawsuits to receive fair compensation for these damages. Car accident attorneys can help you defend your rights and ensure a good outcome for your case. Your attorney will first attempt to negotiate with the at-fault party and their insurance provider, and will move on to negotiation if they don’t cooperate. Car accidents lead to significant physical, emotional, and financial hardships for those involved. A car accident lawyer needs effective strategies to defend your interests and make sure you receive fair compensation. At Sand Law, we have helped many victims of car accidents, both drivers and passengers, seek justice and recover the compensation they deserve. Get started by calling us at (701) 394-3715 or contacting us online. Negotiation Tactics Used by Car Accident Lawyers Can Benefit Your Claim Car accident attorneys like to be familiar with the ins and outs of a case so that they can offer the most effective representation possible. Initial Case Assessment Every client’s needs are different. Before diving into negotiations, car...