Road traffic collisions can cause different types of injuries. Among the lesser-known effects of a crash is hearing loss caused by brain trauma. When the brain is injured, it can affect how sound is processed, even if the ears themselves are unharmed. This type of...
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How to reduce the risk of riding a motorcycle
It’s no secret that motorcycles are more dangerous than cars, but many people don’t realize just how much more dangerous they are. For instance, some studies have found that the fatal accident rate on a motorcycle is 27 times higher than it is in any other type of...
Should you let a judge or jury decide your case?
If your criminal case is headed for trial, one of the key decisions you may have to make is whether to have a jury trial or a bench trial. This decision usually happens during the pre-trial phase, before the actual trial begins. The choice between a jury or bench...
What happens if you’re partly to blame for a crash in Minnesota?
If you were involved in a car accident in Minnesota and think you might share some of the blame, you may be wondering whether you are still entitled to compensation for the harm you suffered. Does your contribution to the crash bar you from recovering damages? The...
Lane splitting in Minnesota is legal as of July 1, 2025
Significant changes to traffic laws and infrastructure can lead to confusion and collisions. For example, drivers who have never encountered roundabouts may make questionable decisions when approaching one for the first time. Their lack of familiarity could lead to a...
Does divorce mean you’ll have to refinance your mortgage?
Divorce will mean some changes to your living situation. In many cases, a couple owns a home together, but they decide they’re just going to sell it during the divorce. This gives them both a fresh start and makes it easier to split up assets. If their home sells for...
Trampoline accidents in Minnesota: How can I help my child recover?
It can happen to anyone. An afternoon filled with children laughing and playing on a trampoline can shift to one of stress when a child lands awkwardly or falls out of the trampoline and suffers an injury. Parents who find themselves in this situation are not alone....
What to know about wrongful death claims in Minnesota
Not every accidental death leads to a legal claim. However, when someone’s life is cut short because of another person’s careless or wrongful actions, Minnesota law may consider it a wrongful death. Wrongful death is defined in state law as when a person dies as a...
Is it enough just to cover your medical bills?
In many cases, when you’ve suffered an injury due to someone else’s negligence, you can then sue them to seek financial compensation. If another driver caused a car accident or a property owner caused a slip-and-fall accident, for example, you may need compensation...
Why do drivers sometimes turn off their music?
Have you ever been in the car, happily listening to the tunes blasting out of the radio, when the driver spoils the party by switching the music off? Or maybe you have been the one driving who upset your passengers by lowering the volume. Some people assume it is...