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On May 25, George Floyd, an African-American man, was killed by police officers in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Video of the murder was released, sparking outrage. Since then, the city has been shaken by protests, fires, and public displays of grief and anger against police brutality, systemic racism, and senseless violence against black citizens. The protests inRead More

If you have received a settlement for your car accident case, or personal injury case, you may have a couple of options regarding how your settlement money might be paid. The most common way a settlement is paid is through a lump sum payment. But some personal injury claims are paid through a structured settlement.Read More

With approximately 4,644 Minnesota residents having tested positive for the coronavirus, and with more cases being reported daily, the Star Tribune reports that while officials are considering relaxing some restrictions, other restrictions regarding large gatherings will likely be in place for some time. This means that in the coming weeks, Minneapolis residents may see moreRead More

As of this writing, the Centers for Disease Control reports over 10,000 cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in the U.S., with approximately 150 deaths reported. The U.S. has had to take an unprecedented response to the virus, with many parts of the country canceling large gatherings, closing schools, and with public officials asking many non-essential workersRead More

Drowsy driving is a factor in many deadly car accidents. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration reports that 795 people died in drowsy driving accidents in 2017 alone. However, many people believe that the number of people killed in drowsy driving accidents might be much higher. There is no roadside test to determine whether aRead More

A hit and run accident is also known as an accident in which another driver leaves the scene of the crash. Leaving the scene of an accident is a crime in Minnesota. Drivers who have been involved in an accident have a duty to stop, render aid to accident victims, and to exchange information withRead More

Have you been in an accident in a rental car in Minneapolis, Minnesota? Any car accident can be stressful enough, but when you add to that stress the fact that the rental car isn’t yours and the reality that most rental cars are brand new, the anxiety individuals can face after a rental car crashRead More

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. You purchase car insurance. You purchase health insurance. You pay your premiums on time. Yet, after a car crash, pedestrian accident, or bike accident, many Americans find themselves facing “surprise” medical bills. The New York Times reports that in many states, balance billing is legal. What is balance billing? Balance billing is theRead More

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. According to Mothers Against Drunk Driving, there are approximately 93 drunk driving-related deaths each year in the state of Minnesota. These numbers don’t begin to account for the many more people who are injured in drunk driving-related crashes. According to the New York Times, New Year’s Day is the most deadly holiday toRead More

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota. If you’ve been in a serious car accident, in addition to dealing with medical bills, you’ll also likely be dealing with insurance adjusters regarding your damaged vehicle. If your vehicle has been seriously damaged, your insurance company may declare it a total loss. A totaled vehicle is a car for which the costRead More