In early 2020, the Minnesota Legislature came together and passed a common-sense law to get cell phones out of the hands of drivers. Studies show that taking your eyes off the road for five seconds at 55 mph is like driving the length of a…
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Who Is to Blame for Sidewalk Slip and Fall Accidents?
If you slipped or tripped on the sidewalk and suffered an injury, you may be wondering who’s to blame. After all, you won’t be able to pursue compensation for your medical bills or lost wages unless you identify the liable party—and you won’t be able…
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When Might a Cargo Loading Company Be Liable for a Truck Accident?
When a big rig collides with another vehicle, jackknifes across multiple lanes of traffic, or flips over while rounding a curve, it’s reasonable to blame the trucker. In some scenarios, though, such accidents aren’t actually the result of driver error. A fully loaded tractor-trailer can…
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3 FAQs About Ranitidine Cancer Lawsuits
If you or someone you love was diagnosed with cancer after taking ranitidine, your family may have grounds for a product liability lawsuit. Several formulas of this heartburn medication appear to contain N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA), which is a probable human carcinogen. While NDMA does not pose…
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Minnesota Governor Declares Coronavirus Peacetime Emergency
Today, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz issued Executive Order 20-01 declaring a Peacetime Emergency to protect Minnesotans from the new coronavirus, called COVID-19. The order summarizes some of the actions the state has taken over the past year to prepare for such an emergency, and outlines the coordination…
3 FAQs About School Bus Accident Claims
Did you know that students who ride the bus are 70 times more likely to get to school safely than those who travel there by car? In other words, parents who are unable to drive their children to school can enjoy peace of mind knowing…
How Long Do Victims of Clergy Sex Abuse Have to Take Legal Action?
If you were abused by a member of the Catholic Church, you may have only a limited amount of time to sue for damages. While revisiting such a traumatic experience will undoubtedly be challenging, putting off your legal action could prevent you from obtaining fair…
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Three More Catholic Priests Accused of Child Sexual Abuse Under NY Child Victims Act
Three former priests with the Roman Catholic Diocese of Syracuse have been accused of sexually abusing a young boy in a graphically detailed lawsuit, according to Press Connects. The alleged abuse began when the victim, now 61, was in fifth grade and continued through his…
Dog Food Labels Mislead Customers and Contribute to Pet Obesity
Pets. They give us unconditional love. And we love them back. They are members of the family, and we treat them as such. We do our best to take care of them and feed them. However, with more than 100-million pets overweight or obese in…
University of Michigan’s Dr. Robert Anderson Abuse Cases Set to Begin Mediation in September.
Survivors are still coming forward and initiating civil lawsuits against U of M for its role in allowing their physician and sports team doctor, Robert Anderson, to sexually abuse people for decades. Formal mediation for survivors of Robert Anderson’s sexual abuse will begin in September. …
