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Enjoy Your College Bowl Game: Don’t Add Drinking And Driving

There is no doubt that Jon Lewis, Brandon Smith, and David Mittleman, from here at the Legal Examiner, will be cheering on their local teams in the college playoffs.

By Mike Bryant

/ 31 Dec 2021

Enjoy Your College Bowl Game: Don’t Add Drinking And Driving

Please help Find This Car

Please take the time to watch and read the story. If you know anything please contact the police. Read the article here.

By Mike Bryant

/ 23 Nov 2021

Understanding the Dangers of Weed Killer Paraquat

Farmers and ranchers who need to protect crops from invasive weeds have long chosen paraquat, a popular herbicide that has been prominent since it was introduced 60 years ago. Paraquat effectively treats weeds and plants resistant to other pesticides, and it’s economical in contrast with…

By Mike Bryant

/ 3 May 2021

Understanding the Dangers of Weed Killer Paraquat

Struck by a Vehicle While on Foot? 5 Essential Steps to Take

Every 90 minutes, a pedestrian is struck and killed by a drunk, distracted, or otherwise reckless driver. Since people on foot have zero protection from the force of impact, those who are fortunate enough to survive such accidents tend to sustain serious injuries.

By Mike Bryant

/ 10 Mar 2021

Struck by a Vehicle While on Foot? 5 Essential Steps to Take

How Might the Modified Comparative Fault Law Affect My Truck Accident Claim?

Minnesota is one of 33 states that has a modified comparative fault law. Under this law, a personal injury plaintiff is barred from recovering from the defendant if the plaintiff was at least 51 percent liable for the accident in which they were hurt.

By Mike Bryant

/ 8 Mar 2021

How Might the Modified Comparative Fault Law Affect My Truck Accident Claim?

How to Prove Negligence in a Personal Injury Claim

If you were seriously hurt because someone failed to act with reasonable care, you may be entitled to compensation for the resulting damages. Before you can recover a payout, though, you will have to prove negligence, which is the basis of most personal injury claims.…

By Mike Bryant

/ 4 Mar 2021

How to Prove Negligence in a Personal Injury Claim

5 Qualities to Look for When Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney

If you were seriously hurt because of another party’s negligence, you may be able to hold them financially accountable for the resulting damages. Chances are you’ve never filed a personal injury claim, though, and don’t know what to look for in legal counsel. Since the…

By Mike Bryant

/ 1 Mar 2021

5 Qualities to Look for When Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney

How Much Is My Personal Injury Case Worth?

If you file a personal injury claim, a number of factors can impact the settlement negotiations. If you intend to bring a third-party insurance claim, you will have to prove liability, causation, and damages to recover compensation. Below we have provided an overview of these…

By Mike Bryant

/ 25 Feb 2021

How Much Is My Personal Injury Case Worth?

How Long Will It Take for My Personal Injury Claim to Be Resolved?

If you were hurt because someone failed to act with reasonable care, it’s natural to approach the claims process with apprehension. Not only is building a strong case a lot of work, but legal proceedings also happen to be rife with uncertainty. As such, there…

By Mike Bryant

/ 22 Feb 2021

How Long Will It Take for My Personal Injury Claim to Be Resolved?

When Are Punitive Damages Recoverable in Minnesota?

Any successful personal injury case will yield some amount of compensatory damages. Such damages reimburse the plaintiff for losses that he or she actually incurred such as medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. But what if the defendant’s conduct was especially egregious? Having…

By Mike Bryant

/ 18 Feb 2021

When Are Punitive Damages Recoverable in Minnesota?

Do I Have Grounds for a Car Accident Claim?

The expenses that result from unanticipated injuries, like those sustained in a car accident, can add up fast. Fortunately, tort law recognizes as much and allows injured parties to take action against the parties that are liable for their damages.

By Mike Bryant

/ 15 Feb 2021

Do I Have Grounds for a Car Accident Claim?

I Sustained a Brain Injury—What Kinds of Damages Can I Seek?

A brain injury can derail virtually every aspect of your life, from your personal relationships to your professional capacities.

By Mike Bryant

/ 11 Feb 2021

I Sustained a Brain Injury—What Kinds of Damages Can I Seek?