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Parts of Minnesota get more than 6 feet of snow per year. Coupled with winter’s freezing temperatures, that kind of precipitation can make for incredibly slick roads all season long. When conditions are especially bad, it’s best to avoid driving altogether. When that’s not an…

Minnesota boasts more than 22,000 miles of groomed trails that are suitable for snowmobiling. Just because these paths are well-maintained, however, doesn’t mean they’re accident-proof. Around the country, snowmobile accidents are responsible for roughly 200 deaths and an additional 14,000 injuries annually. Sadly, most of…

As the temperature drops, the risk of slipping and falling increases. Snow and ice make for slick sidewalks, and during the winter months, even a minor errand can result in a major catastrophe. If you were seriously hurt because a property owner failed to clear…

Especially in 2020, it’s been great to have a forum to talk about making the world safer, but even more important has been the opportunity to learn from Legal Examiner and great lawyers across the country. Here’s the list of what the most viewed pieces have been…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…