While there are many industries in North Dakota, some seek a career in farming. Whether it is your family’s farm, or you work for a company farm, the reality is that it is a dangerous industry. This is true no matter the type of farming, as all require heavy machinery to operate. While training and proper safety protocols are put in place, this will not always prevent injuries or harm from occurring. If machinery malfunctions or negligence occurs, this could result in a serious and unexpected accident. Thus, those harmed in a farm accident should take the time to understand how the incident oc ..read more

There are many insurance companies that refuse to issue homeowners’ coverage when the property owner keeps certain breeds of dogs on the property. In other cases, the insurance company may charge a premium if the property owner wants to keep certain breeds. In theory, insurance companies base their rates on statistics, which would mean that the fact companies are uncomfortable with certain dog breeds suggests those types of dogs in fact bite and significantly injure people more frequently. When they are allowed to do so, insurance companies most frequently shy away from pit bulls, Rottweilers ..read more

Anyone who takes to the road in North Dakota has reason to be concerned about safety. The same holds true for their loved ones. Whether it is the parent of a teen who is new to the responsibilities of operating an automobile; the family of an elderly person who might not have the same reaction time and judgment as they did in the past; people who have small children they are transporting; or those who drive for a living and make regular commutes in their vehicle, it is wise to pay attention to safety trends. As drivers, passengers, bicyclists and pedestrians think about safety, it is important ..read more

Although you expect your doctor to treat you with care and provide you with accurate and timely diagnoses, the tragic reality is that many medical professionals make mistakes that lead to devastating harm for their patients. A delayed diagnosis, wrong diagnosis, surgical error, or medication mistake can leave you with a worsened medical condition, a poor prognosis, or both. If that’s happened to you, then you might be prepared to fight for accountability and compensation. But as you ready yourself to build your medical malpractice claim, you should be aware of some pitfalls that can throw your ..read more

Slip-and-fall accident victims may suffer serious injuries that require surgery, followed by a lengthy recovery. As a result, many of these victims are unable to work and therefore unable to earn an income to support themselves and their families. Slip-and-fall victims may be able to file a legal claim against any negligent parties that contributed to their accident. Victims should consider taking the following steps after their accident. Report the accident. The first step is to immediately report the accident to the property or business owner. The owner will likely prepare some sort of repor ..read more

Doctors and nurses are just like anybody else in that they can get bored and stressed at their job, leading to burnout. Although you may not find that surprising, what can take you aback is the fact that burnout in the medical profession can lead to devastating errors that leave patients severely injured, disfigured, and dead. That’s terrifying, especially when you consider statistics like the one showing that 47% of surgeons have experienced burnout. There are many contributing factors to doctor burnout. These include: The use of burdensome electronic medical records Poor work life balance ca ..read more

North Dakota winters are harsh. This can lead to people who are using the state roads to be fearful about the potential of an auto crash. That fear can be enhanced when sharing the road with a large vehicle. Commercial trucks are a common sight and their size, the speeds at which they travel and the possibility of driver error or illegal behavior is troubling. The concerns are justified by the statistics. People need to be aware of them to try and stay safe. If there is a collision, they must also know how to address the litany of issues they are likely to face in the aftermath. North Dakota D ..read more

Even though you trusted your doctor to provide you with safe and effective care, these medical professionals are human, meaning that they’re prone to mistakes as much as the rest of us. Yet, when errors are made in the medical field, the results can be devastating, leaving you with a worsened medical condition, a poor prognosis, and physical, emotional, and financial damages that are life-altering. Although some instances of medical malpractice are so egregious that the mistake that was made is obvious, in other cases it’s hard for victims to tell if they’ve truly been harmed by medical malpra ..read more

A recent report from the federal Bureau of Labor Statistics found that workers suffered around 2.8 million work-related sicknesses or injuries in 2022. The report studied only non-fatal injuries and illnesses in the private sector. The report did not break down how serious the injuries were in detail. However, many of these injuries required employees to miss work or to perform other tasks besides their usual job duties. Based on the report, 2022 was a step backwards with respect to workplace safety. The combined number of injuries and illnesses marked a 7.5% increase over the same time in 202 ..read more

After being injured in a car accident, you want to find a way to hold the errant driver who harmed you accountable while recovering the compensation you need to offset your damages. Your losses can be significant, so if you inadequately prepare your case then you could end up with long-term instability and an insufficient physical and emotional recovery. While much of your personal injury case will focus on gathering evidence to show that the other driver was negligent, a lot of its success will also rely on your ability to show the extent of your damages. But what’s the most effective way to ..read more