Personal Injury | O'Keeffe O'Brien Lyson Attorneys - Part 2

Personal Injury

June 17, 2021

When Can You Get Compensation for Lost Earnings

If you are injured, whether in a traffic collision, a slip and fall, or in any other situation, and that injury is the result of another person’s negligence, you likely will be able to recover compensation for your losses. But what does that mean?  You would always expect to be […]
May 21, 2021

Did a Defective Vehicle Cause Your Crash?

More often than not, collisions result from driver negligence or recklessness. It’s often fairly clear who’s at fault for a crash, but sometimes, it’s not the driver on the road – sometimes, it’s the company that put that vehicle on the road. While today’s vehicles are designed with a larger […]
April 26, 2021

How Can You Tell if an Insurance Settlement Offer is Fair?

No two personal injury settlements are alike. It can be difficult to determine whether or not you’re receiving a good insurance offer as injuries are, ideally, not a regular part of your life. Often, the insurance company might encourage you to just settle with their offer before you seek legal […]
April 19, 2021

Don’t Ignore the Signs of a Possible Concussion

Every year, there are an estimated 3.8 million sports and recreation-related concussions in the United States. Millions more occur as a result of falls and car crashes, which, together with sports injuries, make up the top causes of concussions each year. Most concussions are mild, but all concussions are classified […]
March 18, 2021

Were You Released from the Hospital Too Soon?

Typically, most people don’t want to be in the hospital. It can be a very unpleasant, isolating, and expensive experience, and you’re generally there because you’re in a lot of pain. Even so, you also don’t want to be discharged from a hospital far too early, when you could still […]
February 18, 2021

Common Injuries During the Winter

There’s a reason we say the “weather outside is frightful.” Fargo, North Dakota, and the greater Upper Midwest are known for their polarizing weather extremes, and with that, a big polar winter chill. While we have great small, safe gatherings of family, they can also bring their own unique set […]
December 14, 2020

North Dakota Traffic Crash Stats

Traffic crashes happen – far too often – and they often end in tragedy. North Dakota’s traffic crash stats are illuminating and worthy of taking into careful consideration. If another motorist leaves you injured in a traffic crash, don’t put off consulting with an experienced Fargo personal injury attorney. Crashes […]
November 25, 2020

Don’t Let the Insurance Company Bully You into Accepting a Bad Settlement

If someone else’s negligence leaves you injured, you are going to be dealing with an insurance company – or two. Simply allowing the insurance company to do what it’s paid to do is unlikely to serve your best interests. Before accepting a settlement offer for a personal injury claim, consult […]
November 19, 2020

Bad Weather Doesn’t Excuse Poor Driving

When we take to the road in our vehicles, we shoulder the immense responsibility of driving safely – in relation to whatever variables are affecting the road at that time, including bad weather. It isn’t enough to simply follow the rules of the road to the letter. The fact is […]
November 2, 2020

What Parents Should Know About Shaken Baby Syndrome and Brain Injury

While babies bring a lot of joy, there can be moments of frustration if a caregiver can’t console their crying. While most caregivers can handle these times just fine, sometimes feelings boil over and they start shaking the baby. It only takes a few seconds of shaking to cause irreversible […]
October 10, 2020

What You Need to Know About Dog Bite Laws

Statistics reveal that approximately 4.5 million dog bites occur each year in the United States. Nearly 1 out of 5 bites become infected. In 2019, 48 dog attacks resulted in human death: 13 child victims, 3 victims (ages 10-18), and 32 adult victims. If you or a loved one has […]
August 28, 2020

Mild Brain Injuries May Take Longer to Resolve than You Might Think

Concussions are categorized as mild traumatic brain injuries (MTBIs). While concussions can have a wide range of symptoms and effects, it is generally expected for these effects to clear up within a few weeks, or at least within a few months. However, as some MTBI victims can confirm, concussions do […]
August 6, 2020

Zantac and Cancer: What you Need to Know

About 15 million people in the United States regularly used the prescription version of Zantac or similar drugs, while millions more used the over-the-counter variety. Now, these drugs have been pulled from the shelves, and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is advising consumers to throw away any of these […]
July 7, 2020

Did You Get Into a Car Crash on Your Road Trip? ? Here’s How to Recover Compensation.

The COVID-19 pandemic has halted travel plans for many households. With increased risks of exposure on airplanes and other forms of mass transportation, families in the Fargo area are rethinking their summer vacation plans. For many people, this means they might be taking a road trip.  Some people might be […]
May 26, 2020

Calculating Losses After a Personal Injury

After an unexpected injury in a vehicle crash, slip and fall, or another type of incident, you might recognize that another party should be liable for your losses. Even if you know which insurance claims you should file to seek your rightful compensation, how do you know how much compensation […]
May 6, 2020

The Importance of Medical Treatment Following an Accident

When you are sick, you likely will go to the doctor to get the right diagnosis and treatment plan so you can feel better. The same should be true if you are in an accident and sustain injuries. Following an accident, many people think that feeling sore, stiff, or disoriented […]
April 10, 2020

Who You Should Not Talk to After a Personal Injury Case Has Been Filed

In this part of the country, there is an independent streak that can be found in many citizens. This personality trait encourages them to seek common sense, informal, and independent ways in which to resolve their differences, disputes, and problems. While this admirable trait embodies the American spirit, it can […]