Belle Fourche Personal Injury Law Blog
Mining accidents and fatalities are steadily declining
Mining has historically been one of the most dangerous jobs. From the working conditions to the hazardous tasks performed, it is not hard to see why. Over the last couple of decades, safety precautions have improved immensely, along with the injury and fatality rates...
Department of Labor cites local business
The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration recently cited Sioux Falls-based Midwest Excavating LLC, responding to complaints by employees who were digging a trench. The employees’ alleged that they were working in a trench where they...
Safe driving in the aftermath of a tornado
Even though the Midwest gets some of the coldest temperatures during the winter, many residents agree that summer is one of the most dangerous seasons of the year. Not only is there a significantly higher motor vehicle related fatality rate between June and August,...
Drunk driving is a major issue for Fourth of July festivities
Independence Day is one of the most anticipated holidays for many families in South Dakota. Parents get to spend time off with their kids and celebrate with some fun outdoor activities. Plenty of people throughout the state are planning trips to their cabins, getting...
What should be included in a wildfire emergency kit?
May is Wildfire Awareness Month in South Dakota. Due to the cool and wet conditions the state has been experiencing within the last few months, not many ranchers are expecting any major fire disasters within the next couple of weeks. However, just last month, the High...
Is it safe to drive an ATV on the highway?
Taking your all-terrain vehicles out on the weekend can be a fun way for the whole family to unwind. There’s something about driving on a bumpy path that makes it more entertaining than just driving your car. If the trail is a few miles away from your house, you might...
Spring floods cause multiple truck driver deaths
Most people tend to associate floods with the late summer and early fall months due to hurricane season. While South Dakota residents are fortunate enough not to get hurricanes crashing through their neighborhoods, they aren’t immune from excessive water putting...
These factors make your car more likely to roll over
It’s hard to imagine your car that weighs thousands of pounds flipping over like a toy—but it happens frequently. Some drivers are more at risk than others to end up in a deadly rolling crash. You should be aware of what increases the chance of a rollover accident. ...
Wildfires are still possible during the winter months
In the last few years, the nation has questioned when the “wildfire season” truly happens. A decade ago, most would tell you that it typically happens in the late summer and early autumn months. People often cite hot temperatures, dry conditions and frequent lightning...
Truck driver error causes truck accidents
An accident on the highway is a scary and life-altering experience for any of us and even more so when a truck is involved. Because of their massive size and weight, cars don't stand a chance when up against a truck in an accident. According to the IIHSHLDI (Insurance...
