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What Is Included in A Severance Package?

What Is Included in A Severance Package?

If you are in the process of ending an employment relationship, you may have questions about the value of the severance payment or package you are being offered. While this can be confusing, there are a few parts of the packages you should look at to determine if it...

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How Long Does a Brain Injury Claim Take

How Long Does a Brain Injury Claim Take

If you or someone in your family experiences a brain injury because of the fault or negligence of another party, you have the right to file a compensation claim. However, if you face ongoing health issues and financial costs, you likely have an important question –...

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How Defective Tires Can Cause Car Accidents

How Defective Tires Can Cause Car Accidents

Chances are you know how important it is to keep your vehicle in good condition. After all, you don’t want to break down and be stranded on the side of the road.  While this is true, proper maintenance for your vehicle is for more than just convenience. Keeping...

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Multi-Vehicle Accident

Multi-Vehicle Accident

Accidents occur on South Dakota roads and highways almost every day. In the first five months of 2022 (January through May), there were more than 8,983 people involved in accidents in the state. While some accidents were minor with minimal or no injuries, others were...

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Commercial Truck Accident Statistics (2022 Update)

Commercial Truck Accident Statistics (2022 Update)

There’s no question that commercial trucks have an important role in the economy of the U.S. Every day, 18-wheelers provide people around the country with countless items that they need. There’s no question that speed is an important factor when it comes to delivering...

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Average Workers’ Compensation in 2022

Average Workers’ Compensation in 2022

Workplace injuries are more common than some people realize. Unfortunately, most work-related injuries that occur are preventable.  While this is true, there were still over 2.6 million workplace injuries across the U.S. in 2020, with 4,764 being fatal. ...

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How to Tell My Blood Alcohol Level

How to Tell My Blood Alcohol Level

What is blood alcohol concentration? Blood alcohol concentration or BAC is a measurement of how much alcohol is in your bloodstream. Legal limits for consuming alcohol are set using BAC and a DWI lawyer needs to know these calculations in the event of a DWI. If you...

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Sturgis Motorcycle accident lawyer

Sturgis Motorcycle accident lawyer

Dedicated motorcyclists are revving up their engines as they get ready to attend Sturgis 2022, the giant 10-day motorcycle rally that happens every year in South Dakota. They’ll be planning their routes from all over the U.S., talking to other bikers who will unite...

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Why You Need a Local Injury Lawyer?

Why You Need a Local Injury Lawyer?

If you are injured in an accident caused by another person’s wrongdoing or negligence, retaining the services of a local personal injury attorney is highly recommended. Even if your injuries seem minor, acting right away can help you protect your legal rights if your...

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Do I Need a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer?

Do I Need a Motorcycle Accident Lawyer?

South Dakota is home to a large community of bikers. When the weather is right, crowds of motorcycles hit the road for scenic local rides and cross-country tours. There’s no shortage of opportunities to join in and get riding.  The Sturgis...

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Why Do Personal Injury Lawyers Have a Bad Reputation?

Why Do Personal Injury Lawyers Have a Bad Reputation?

According to the American Bar Association, there’re more than 1.4 million registered lawyers in the United States. These lawyers specialize in varying fields within the broader legal profession. However, personal injury lawyers have one of the worst reputations...

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How do Workers Comp Settlements Work

How do Workers Comp Settlements Work

Workers’ compensation, often known as workman’s comp, is an insurance policy that offers health and financial compensation for employees due to work-based injuries. The program shields the company from legal action while also guaranteeing that injured employees...

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How Much Does It Cost To Hire A Personal Injury Lawyer

How Much Does It Cost To Hire A Personal Injury Lawyer

While the last thing you likely want to worry about upon becoming injured, the importance of hiring a personal injury lawyer in circumstances of personal infliction and loss remains paramount to getting the compensation and justice you deserve. Why Hire A Personal...

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What happens after a DUI?

What happens after a DUI?

Driving under the Influence is a crime. But, the thought of being arrested for DUI may not seem daunting to many. Because it is a first-offence, the law is quite lenient upon first-time offenders. You may still need to have a defence attorney or DUI lawyer While...

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Can Workers’ Comp Deny a Claim?

Can Workers’ Comp Deny a Claim?

If your compensation claim has ever been denied, you should know that you don’t have to accept it and do nothing about it. While the Worker’s Compensation system is a bit complex, making an appeal about this decision is within your rights. You deserve to know if your...

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How To Be a Defensive Driver

How To Be a Defensive Driver

Close to 20,160 people died in Motor Vehicle crashes in the first half of the year 2021. Most of the other non-fatal road-related crashes leave behind a trail of destruction and injuries. It’s every driver’s core responsibility to ensure their safety and the...

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When To Hire A Construction Dispute Lawyer

When To Hire A Construction Dispute Lawyer

Managing a construction project requires coordination between multiple parties, such as owners, contractors, investors and architects. As several moving parts are involved in construction projects, the chances of disagreements is high. A construction dispute lawyer...

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Slip and Fall Injury Lawyers….. What You Need to Know

Slip and Fall Injury Lawyers….. What You Need to Know

As the name suggests, a slip and fall situation happens when slip and fall and gets injured on another person’s property. A slip and fall case are categorized under premise liability claims. The argument behind these cases is that the duty of a property owner is to...

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