The Black Hills National Forest and other South Dakota recreation areas are prone to wildfires. If you live in proximity to or often camp or hike in these areas, you could become seriously injured if a fast-spreading fire arises without warning. Review these...
Month: February 2021
Do wakefulness tricks really work?
Drowsy driving is a growing phenomenon that puts every driver at risk. Some drowsy drivers pose a much bigger threat than others, though. Drowsy truck drivers rank among the most deadly, as crashes with them often have high injury and fatality rates. Some truckers...
Does South Dakota recognize out of state damages?
Negligence that results in the death of a South Dakota resident does not always occur within the boundaries of the state. You might have a family member who has visited another state where he or she suffered a fatal accident. Afterwards, you may have brought suit...
Can you spot a distracted driver?
While you may know that you should keep your focus on the road when driving, not every driver is as focused on the road. Unfortunately, distracted driving injures around 400,000 people every year, and many of those injuries are fatal. Spotting distracted drivers...
Less traffic and more danger on roads in 2020
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released its final 2019 statistics a while back. The overall number of traffic deaths went from 36,835 to 36,096 for a 2% drop. However, South Dakota did quite well with the number of fatalities, going from...
What South Dakota families should know about wrongful death
When a family member dies unexpectedly, the surviving members may struggle to cope with the financial impact of their loss. When a third party caused the person's death, the deceased's loved ones may sue for wrongful death. Learn about the factors that govern wrongful...
