Rehabilitation and Recovery After a Catastrophic Injury
Catastrophic injuries often impose considerable financial strain on accident survivors as they work to rehabilitate their injuries. Summary Catastrophic injuries result in long-term or permanent impairment, affecting mobility, cognition, or key abilities. Common types of catastrophic injuries include traumatic brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, severe burns, amputations, and multiple fractures. Long-term care involving rehabilitation, physical and occupational therapy, psychological support, and assistive devices is crucial for recovery. Calculating the full extent of damages is complex, especially for long-term or permanent effects, and often includes a significant disability settlement. Catastrophic injuries can happen without warning, leaving victims and their loved ones with life-changing consequences. Victims of catastrophic injuries may require extensive medical intervention and long-term care, and suffer significant emotional and financial challenges. If you or a loved one has received a catastrophic injury due to someone else’s negligence, the team at Sand Law can help. Our catastrophic injury lawyers have the skills and experience you need to defend your right to fair compensation. You can schedule a free consultation by calling (701) 394-3715 or contacting us online. What is a Catastrophic Injury? Catastrophic injuries are severe injuries that result in long-term or permanent impairment. They often involve significant damage to...
Emergency Response: The Critical Steps After an Oil Field Accident
Summary Taking essential steps after an oil field accident can help protect your ability to seek workers’ compensation benefits. The oil and gas industry is dangerous, and accidents put oil workers at a higher risk for serious injury. Oil field accidents can leave injured workers with physical, emotional, and financial damages, and obtaining fair compensation can be complicated. Workers’ compensation covers medical expenses and lost wages but may leave significant damages unaddressed. Working with an oil field accident lawyer can help you protect your rights and seek the compensation you deserve. Oil workers take pride in their jobs, and for good reason. It’s tough work, and often dangerous. Accidents can result in significant injuries and property damage. If you or a loved one has been involved in an oil field accident, you may be wondering what to do next. Luckily, there are a few easy steps you can follow to protect yourself. For additional help, reach out to our capable team at Sand Law PLLC. We have a proven track record of helping injured oil workers receive fair compensation after an accident. As North Dakota’s premier oil field injury attorneys, we bring years of successful negotiating experience and a relentless...
The Hazards of Truck Accidents in the Oil and Gas Industry
Summary The hazards of truck accidents in the oil and gas industry are far too prevalent, leading to severe injuries and fatalities. Fatigue, negligent loading, inadequate training, and equipment failures contribute to these accidents. A skilled truck accident attorney can help victims pursue compensation avenues other than worker’s compensation. For some, working in the oil and gas industry means facing the risk of severe injury or death daily. The hazards of truck accidents pose some of the most significant risks. Not only can an accident lead to significant short-term pain and debilitation, but it can also result in long-term consequences. Workers injured in oilfield accidents deserve compensation for their suffering. If you find yourself in this unfortunate situation, a truck accident attorney with Sand Law will work to help you get the money you have coming. You can schedule a free consultation by calling 701-609-1510 or contacting us online. Why Truck Accidents Happen in the Oil and Gas Industry The oil and gas industry relies heavily on transporting goods, equipment, and personnel to and from drilling sites. This constant movement of trucks on highways, often carrying heavy loads, increases the likelihood of a tragedy. More than 40% of workplace deaths...
Who Can File a Wrongful Death Lawsuit?
Summary The family members who can file a wrongful death lawsuit, in order, are the spouse, children, and then parents or grandparents. If there are no immediate living family members or no family members choose to take legal action, the deceased’s personal representative may file a lawsuit. A wrongful death attorney can fight for a family’s rights and hold those responsible for the fatal accident accountable for their negligence. If someone else’s negligence leads to a tragic result, the surviving family members are often angry and want justice. They’ll usually seek this justice through a wrongful death lawsuit. The following is a look at who can file a wrongful death lawsuit in North Dakota. The attorneys with Sand Law can guide you through filing a wrongful death lawsuit. We’ll also fight for your rights to get the negligent party to pay dearly for your loss. Schedule a free consultation by calling 701-609-1510 or contacting us online. North Dakota Law and the Hierarchy of Taking Legal Action In North Dakota, as in many other states, a wrongful death lawsuit is a legal avenue for seeking justice when negligence or a wrongful act causes a death. The laws surrounding who can file...
Can a Passenger in a Car Accident File an Injury Claim?
Summary The passenger in a car accident has rights that an experienced attorney can help seek compensation for. Passengers have the same rights as drivers when hurt in a car accident. Obtaining compensation can pose a challenge due to multiple insurance policies, comparative negligence, and other complexities. A skilled car accident attorney can navigate those complexities to help an injured passenger get the money they have coming. [lwptoc depth="3" skipHeadingText="summary"] When most people think about legal action stemming from a car accident, they focus on the drivers involved in the wreck. But passengers can face severe injuries from a car accident as well. If you were a passenger in a car wreck, can you file an injury claim? As you’ll see in this article, the answer is a resounding “Yes.” You have the same legal rights as anyone else hurt in an accident. At Sand Law, our attorneys deeply understand the complexities of these kinds of cases. We'll help you navigate these complexities and obtain the money you deserve. Call 701-609-1510 or contact us online for a free consultation. A Unique Situation When a passenger suffers an injury in a car accident, they face a unique situation compared to the...
Important News about Drinking and Driving
Summary Stay up to date with the latest important news about drinking and driving. Texas implemented "Bentley's Law" (House Bill 303), compelling drunk drivers convicted of killing parents to pay child support. The law, effective since September 1, 2023, mandates payments starting a year after release from prison until the victim's children turn 18. Other states, including Tennessee, are considering similar legislation. A study revealed alarming statistics on older motorists, with over 1.6 million drivers over 55 admitting to driving over the legal alcohol limit. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) initiated a process to mandate technology preventing impaired drivers from starting vehicles. The NHTSA explores ways to make this a legal requirement in all new vehicles. A Canadian man in Abbotsford, British Columbia, sets a DUI arrest record with 21 convictions, receiving a jail sentence of nearly five years. Washington legislators proposed lowering the legal blood alcohol content (BAC) limit from .08% to .05%, citing potential safety benefits. However, the bill ultimately failed to pass before the March 2023 deadline. [lwptoc depth="3" skipHeadingText="Summary"] Drinking and driving is a serious crime, with violators driving under the influence facing severe charges. This pervasive problem kills tens of thousands of people...
Tips for Choosing a Wrongful Death Attorney
There’s no more difficult experience than losing a loved one. When this tragedy occurs due to the negligence or carelessness of someone else, the remaining family members want justice. There isn’t enough money in the world to make up for that loss. But taking action through a wrongful death lawsuit can help ensure those responsible face accountability. Choosing a wrongful death attorney is a critical decision. Wrongful death cases can be emotionally and legally complex, requiring the expertise of an experienced attorney with a deep understanding of this area of law. Sand Law attorneys have the knowledge and experience to help you achieve a successful outcome. The following is some information on how to select a wrongful death attorney. If you would like to schedule a free consultation, please contact us online or call 701-609-1510. Look for an Experienced Attorney Who Has Won Cases Similar to Yours Again, wrongful death cases involve unique legal complexities. They require a thorough knowledge of all applicable laws and regulations. An experienced attorney who has successfully represented clients in wrongful death cases will be familiar with the intricacies involved and can navigate the legal system more effectively. By selecting an attorney with a track...
What Happens to My Loved Ones if I Pass Away Because of a Personal Injury Accident?
If you’ve suffered a devastating injury in a slip and fall accident, a head-on collision, a truck accident, or due to any other occurrence that was caused by someone else’s negligence, you deserve compensation. You may be worried that you may eventually succumb to those injuries and your loved ones won’t be taken care of. The attorneys with Sand Law are here to assure you that won’t be the case at all. Please get in touch with us to learn more about how we may be able to help. You can contact us online, or you can give us a call at 701-609-1510 for a free review of your case. Are You Worried About Leaving Your Family Behind Due to Severe Injury After a Personal Injury Accident? We can’t say enough about how much we admire you for looking out after your family. You may be suffering terribly. But you’re still putting others first. We want to let you know that we’re ready to fight for your rights. And we'll make sure those responsible for that suffering are forced to pay dearly. Should the worst happen, we want you to be at peace knowing we will do everything we possibly...
Different Types of Expert Witnesses in Personal Injury Claims
Expert witnesses could prove to be invaluable to your personal injury case. Whether you’ve been attacked by a dog, hurt in a car accident, or suffered any other kind of injury due to someone else’s negligence, the testimony of an expert could very well sway a jury’s opinion in your favor. That expert might make the difference between winning and losing your case. Sand Law attorneys have access to several different types of expert witnesses, which you’ll learn more about in the following sections. If you would like more information on how we may be able to help you obtain the money you deserve, schedule a free consultation by contacting us online or calling 701-609-1510. The Role of Expert Witnesses in a Case You’ll obviously need hard evidence in order to get fair compensation for your injury. However, expert witnesses could provide an extra layer of credibility should your case go to court. They provide objective, clear explanations as to what caused an accident. This paints an accurate picture of all the factors that led to your suffering. Attorneys often call on expert witnesses to explain some of the complicated details of an accident in an easy-to-understand fashion. Jury members...