Statute of Limitations North Dakota: How Long Do You Have to File a Lawsuit After an Injury?
The state of North Dakota imposes deadlines for filing lawsuits on injured parties seeking compensation after an accident caused by someone else’s negligence. Summary The purpose of the statute of limitations in North Dakota is to help maintain the efficiency of the legal system. Most personal injury cases in our state have a statute of limitations of six years. If you don’t file a lawsuit within six years from the date of your injury, you may not be eligible for compensation. There are exceptions to the statute of limitations and many misconceptions. An expert attorney will ensure you adhere to all time limits to get the money you deserve. Suffering an injury in an accident caused by another’s negligence can lead to not only pain but also a lot of confusion. You’re unsure how to protect your rights and get your deserved compensation. While researching, you might run across some phrases you’re unfamiliar with, such as the statute of limitations in North Dakota. This article will help you understand the statute of limitations in North Dakota personal injury cases and its importance. Sand Law attorneys can help you with all the legal jargon and complexities associated with taking action. Additionally,...
Do I Need to Hire a Personal Injury Attorney?
After a car accident or slip and fall, you may wonder whether it's worth it to hire an attorney for your injury claim. A personal injury accident can change your life. You may experience minor to severe injuries and accumulate a mountain of debt from hospital visits, physical therapy, and lost wages. Personal injury accidents frequently cause high stress and leave victims with mental disorders like PTSD, anxiety, and depression. If you’ve never been involved in an accident where you’ve filed a lawsuit before, you likely have no idea what the process of a personal injury case looks like. Contacting a North Dakota personal injury attorney with Sand Law PLLC is the best way to ensure that your case is handled correctly. One of our talented attorneys will be able to walk you through the process of a personal injury case. We'll also help take the stress off of your shoulders, leaving you to relax and recover. You can schedule a free consultation with us by calling (701) 609-1510 or filling out a contact form. What is a Personal Injury? Personal injury is an all-encompassing term for injuries that occur because of someone else’s negligence. Negligence is an unintentional act,...
How to Prove Negligence in a Personal Injury Case
Establishing another party was negligent requires demonstrating they failed to fulfill their duty of care, causing you harm. Summary To prove negligence in a personal injury case, plaintiffs must establish four elements: duty of care, breach of duty, causation, and damages. Individuals or organizations have an obligation- or duty of care- to act responsibly and avoid harming others. A breach of duty occurs when the defendant fails to meet their duty of care through actions or omissions, resulting in foreseeable harm. To show causation, plaintiffs must establish a direct link between the defendant’s breach of duty and their injury. Plaintiffs must prove they suffered losses due to the defendant’s negligence. This can include financial, physical, or emotional damages. A personal injury case arises when you experience harm due to an accident or injury, and another party is potentially liable for that harm. These cases are civil in nature. That means the injured person, or plaintiff, pursues financial compensation from those responsible for causing harm. The party accused of causing the harm is known as the defendant. It is your duty or responsibility as the plaintiff to prove the defendant was negligent. The goal of the compensation is to restore you,...
How To Document Evidence at the Scene of a Car Accident
Preserving evidence from the scene of a car accident is one of the most important things injured victims can do to protect their future personal injury claims. Summary Collecting evidence after a car accident is essential to building a personal injury claim to recover compensation for damages. Car accident evidence helps with establishing liability and safeguarding rights. Document the accident scene with photos, seek prompt medical attention, contact the police, take notes, and gather witness information immediately after the crash. Detailed medical records are essential for substantiating injury claims and proving eligibility for Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefits. Consulting with experienced personal injury lawyers, like those at Sand Law PLLC, can help injured car accident victims secure fair compensation in negotiations with insurance companies. Being involved in a car accident can be an incredibly distressing and shocking experience. Even minor accidents can leave you feeling rattled and upset, especially when another driver is responsible. It's crucial to document the accident scene promptly, particularly if you are injured or your car is damaged. This evidence will be vital for filing insurance claims later. There are several essential steps to document an accident scene. It is important to follow them to document...
Tips for Vulnerable Road Users in North Dakota
Road users like pedestrians and cyclists can take an active role in protecting their own safety by following these guidelines. Summary Vulnerable road users such as pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorcyclists must take precautions to avoid accidents with North Dakota drivers. To stay safe, VRUs should wear bright or reflective clothing, avoid distractions like phones, and abstain from alcohol or drugs when on the road. Bicyclists and motorcyclists should wear helmets and protective clothing to reduce injury risk. Following traffic laws, signaling turns, using sidewalks or bike lanes, and avoiding impulsive maneuvers can help prevent accidents. Although North Dakota drivers are responsible for yielding the right of way to more vulnerable road users like bicyclists and pedestrians, that does not mean these road users are exempt from their duty to try and avoid accidents. Following these safety tips can help vulnerable road users reduce their risk of sustaining catastrophic injuries and their potential liability in a personal injury claim. Unfortunately, the actions of reckless North Dakota drivers can still cause pedestrian accidents, bicycle collisions, and motorcycle crashes, even when vulnerable road users are cautious. At Sand Law PLLC, we are all too familiar with the harsh consequences of collisions between motorists...
Steps To Take if You’re in an Uber Accident
Follow our guide on what to do after an Uber accident to avoid jeopardizing your future personal injury claim. Summary If you are injured in an Uber accident, exchange information with others involved and ensure you or your driver call 911 to have police come to the scene and make a report. Document the crash scene with photographs as you await the arrival of law enforcement and paramedics. Consider talking to a personal injury lawyer before reporting the accident to Uber, as anything you say to Uber could affect your ability to get compensation for your injuries. As rideshare services expand, more people are encountering complex legal cases where the Uber they were riding in is involved in a crash. Unfortunately, many rideshare passengers are familiar with the feeling of finding themselves inside of a car with a stranger behind the wheel, suffering from injuries, and unsure of what to do next. Car accident injuries, whether an Uber driver is at the wheel or not, can be serious. You may have sustained injuries like a broken leg, a spinal cord injury, or even head trauma. To recover compensation for the damages caused by these injuries, you need to know what...
How to Find the Best Truck Accident Lawyer
Experience, transparency, responsiveness, and capability are some of the top qualities to look for in a North Dakota truck accident lawyer. Summary Look for a lawyer with an understanding of trucking regulations and these motor vehicles' features and with experience in handling truck accident cases similar to yours. Prepare a list of questions to ask trucking accident attorneys about their success rates, communication style, representation fees, and case timelines before meeting with them for a free consultation. Select the most experienced and successful truck accident lawyer who is willing and able to give you and your case the attention both deserve. Driving alongside tractor-trailers can be particularly nerve-wracking for some motorists -- and for a good reason. Occupants of smaller vehicles are much more vulnerable to devastating injuries in a North Dakota truck accident. If you were hurt or lost a loved one in a collision, you probably have questions about how to find the best truck accident lawyer for your case. At Sand Law PLLC, we have consistently proven ourselves capable of maximizing compensation for clients injured in North Dakota truck accidents. Our specialized skills and commitment to our clients have helped us establish a reputation as powerful advocates....
Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents
Driver negligence, as well as environmental conditions, are often factors in North Dakota bicycle accidents. Summary Bicyclists experience certain risk factors that increase the chances of bicycle accidents. Knowing what can cause a bicycle accident can help prevent a collision. The cause of your bicycle accident can affect your bicycle accident injury claim. A bicycle accident has the potential to cause severe injuries that inflict lifelong disabilities or even death. In order to better help prevent these collisions from occurring it is integral that both motorists and bicyclists have an understanding of major risk factors and causes of bicycle accidents. If you or a loved one have been involved in a bicycle accident with a car, truck, or other motor vehicle then contact the North Dakota bicycle accident attorneys of Sand Law about seeking compensation through a personal injury lawsuit. Damages related to your injuries such as medical expenses, lost wages, and mental anguish can be covered by a bicycle accident settlement. To contact Sand Law about filing a bicycle accident lawsuit or claim, call our office at (701) 394-4744 or fill out a form on our contact page. Factors That Contribute to Increased Bicycle Accident Risk Bicycle accident injury...
Hazards That Cause Slip-and-Falls Inside and Outside
To avoid sustaining serious injuries, keep an eye out for common hazards that cause slip-and-falls both indoors and outdoors. Summary Slip-and-fall accidents can inflict severe injuries due to trip and slip hazards. These slip-and-fall hazards can exist due to property owner negligence and make them liable for damages. You can file a slip-and-fall accident claim to seek compensation for your slip-and-fall injury damages. Slip-and-fall accidents have the potential to inflict life-changing injuries when property owners are negligent. Businesses like hotels, stores, and restaurants can be host to a wide range of trip or slip hazards that can cause fall accidents when property owners are negligent. People who have suffered severe injuries after a slip-and-fall accident on someone’s property may be entitled to compensation. Premises liability ensures that property owners can be considered liable in a slip-and-fall accident claim when someone on their property is harmed due to trip-and-fall hazards that should have been addressed. These trip and fall hazards are dangerously common and can vary considerably. If you or a loved one have been injured in a slip-and-fall accident because of dangerous slip-and-fall hazards then consider contacting Sand Law about your potential personal injury claim. Our North Dakota slip-and-fall accident...