Large commercial trucks are vital to North Dakota’s and the American economy, transporting goods across vast distances. However, their immense size and weight also pose a significant risk on the road. When a truck malfunctions, the consequences can be catastrophic. While it’s true that driver error can sometimes be a factor, there are also risks with the complex machinery of these vehicles – defective parts. Product liability law holds manufacturers and distributors accountable for injuries caused by defective products. With truck accidents, this can apply to a wide range of components, from f ..read more

Construction sites are a constant hub of activity. Workers must navigate complex scaffolding, ladders, and beams, often at significant heights. While the finished product may be a huge skyscraper or a sprawling bridge, the construction process itself is filled with danger. Falls are the leading cause of fatalities and serious injuries in the construction industry. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports, “In 2021, nearly 1 in 5 workplace deaths occurred in the construction industry. Just over one-third of construction deaths were due to falls, slips, and trips. Of these, almost all were from fa ..read more

For the past few years, North Dakota has been named one of the deadliest places for workers in the country. We were #1 in 2021, and it appears we were #1 in 2022, as well. Per Inforum, there were about 417,000 workers in North Dakota in 2022, and the worker fatality rate that year remained at nine out of every 100,000 workers. Nationally, the average worker fatality rate is about 3.7 out of every 100,000 workers, so our fatality rate is still substantially higher. More North Dakota workers died in 2022 than in 2021or 2020, so the number itself is also rising. Per their data, the leading causes ..read more

Truck accidents can result in a wide range of injuries due to the sheer size and weight of commercial trucks compared to smaller vehicles. The aftermath of a truck accident can be devastating, leaving victims with severe physical and emotional trauma. In North Dakota, tractor trailers are a common sight, and in the event of an accident involving one, victims are left with catastrophic injuries and equally serious hospital bills. If you’ve sustained injuries in a wreck, seeking the assistance of an experienced Fargo truck accident attorney can help ensure that you receive full compensation for ..read more

North Dakota’s reliance on the trucking industry as a pivotal component of its transportation network makes compliance with federal trucking regulations increasingly critical. When trucking companies don’t follow the rules, people can be seriously hurt. A semi-truck caught fire on Interstate 29 near Christine after its driver-side front steer axle tire blew. The driver, Geral Carlos Sala Romero, managed to safely exit the vehicle before both the truck and trailer, carrying rubber mats, were engulfed in flames. Romero, a 40-year-old from Miami, was cited for driving with a suspended license. Th ..read more

On January 18, 2024, Inforum published an article in “The Vault” section of their site, talking about the day a CP292-16 derailed on its way to St. Paul. The train had been carrying anhydrous ammonia in 15 tanks, and seven of those tanks sustained damage. Hundreds of thousands of gallons of ammonia were released. It’s a really well-written piece; we’d recommend it. The article was published on the 22nd anniversary of that derailment, but it doesn’t feel like 22 years to us. We lived through that nightmare twice: as residents of Minot, and as attorneys for the largest group of plaintiffs in the ..read more

North Dakota law requires that a person wears a seat belt. Yet, seat belts can also cause some of the most serious injuries a person suffers during a car accident. Yes, they are uncomfortable and can be difficult to use, but you have to do so. After a car accident, it can be frustrating to overcome the medical losses and complications you have. Understanding your right to compensation is critical. At Larson Law Firm, our dedicated Fargo car accident attorneys work closely with victims who suffer intense injury due to no fault of their own. Whether it is due to injuries from the seat belt or no ..read more

A swinging trailer incident occurs when the back end of a trailer begins to move side to side as the trailer is pulled down the road. As this happens, the trailer can cause damage to other vehicles, even leading to serious collisions that could cause injury to other drivers. There are various reasons why this could happen. Like all truck and trailer equipment, proper maintenance and upkeep are often to blame. There are numerous situations where you, as the victim of a truck accident, may be able to recover damages from your losses. At Larson Law Firm P.C., our dedicated team of truck accident ..read more

As many areas of North Dakota see growth and development, there are often a lot of service providers working together to build, repair, and renovate. That increases the risk of an accident. If you are a worker on a job site and suffer an injury due to the actions or inactions of another party on the site, you may be able to file a personal injury claim. At Larson Law Firm P.C., we work with clients who may have been hurt in these incidents. We aim to help you recover losses in your third-party lawsuit for a personal injury claim so that you can recover damages and begin to get back to your lif ..read more

Loading and unloading trailers is a lot of hard work. When something is done improperly by anyone involved in the process, victims can suffer numerous injuries, including life-threatening complications. If you are hurt in a loading or unloading accident, and it was due to the actions or inactions of a third-party organization, our attorneys may be able to help you. At Larson Law Firm P.C., our Fargo personal injury attorneys work with people who suffer injuries from highly intense work environments. These third-party lawsuits are often complex and require a careful level of attention from a sk ..read more