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July 2014

July 31, 2014

How to Prevent the Most Common Cause of Death in America

Do you know the number one cause of death in America? Here’s a hint – it’s also one of the most preventable causes of death. Car accidents are the most common cause of death in Americans, especially those between the ages of four and 27 years old. The good news? […]
July 28, 2014

DUIs in the Summer: Why It’s a Problem

A long and lazy summer afternoon by the pool with drinks and friends can be just what you need to unwind and recharge. A pool day turns into a barbeque with beers and laughs all around. You begin to feel a bit tired and decide it’s time to head home […]
July 25, 2014

What Your Family Needs to Know About Boat Accidents and Safety

Summers in North Dakota and Minnesota would not be complete without weekends spent at the lake. Fishing, having bonfires, skiing, wakeboarding, and swimming – these are all possible summer activities in the area. But what do you do when an accident happens, especially one with the boat? Over 230 Minnesota […]
July 21, 2014

What You Should Know if You are involved in a Bicycle Accident

A casual bike ride is a great way to enjoy an afternoon. The sun is shining, the weather is pleasant, and you are getting some exercise while cruising around town. It can make for a pleasant time until the driver of a car isn’t paying attention to you and hits […]
July 16, 2014

Recent Products Liability Case May Affect Gynecological Patients

As the medical world has seen great technological advances in surgical devices, some devices have also caused unforeseen medical complications. Between one and two dozen patients have filed product liability cases against the manufacturers of laparoscopic power morcellators, devices used to slice and remove uterine fibroids. Patients say the devices can spread […]
July 14, 2014

Can a Cop Search my Phone? New Information You Should Know

In a recent Supreme Court ruling, police are now required to obtain a search warrant in order to search a suspect’s cell phone. Moving in favor of privacy rights, the decision came unanimously and went against other agencies, such as the U.S. Department of Justice, who favored having more search […]
July 7, 2014

Too Intoxicated? Could the Server be at Fault?

You may have been at a bar where you have seen someone very intoxicated leave. What if they get in a car to drive home and cause an accident? When something tragic such as this happens, who is to blame? This varies by state, but we’ve broken down some of the […]
July 3, 2014

The Dangers and After Effects of Distracted Driving

What have 78% of teenagers and young adults admitted to doing that has caused 421,000 people to become injured and 3,328 to die in just one year? They have been distracted while driving. With injuries increasing from year to year, the epidemic of distracted driving is a huge issue nationwide. […]