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Whether you drive a taxi, large truck or any other type of vehicle as part of your job duties, recognize the hazards you face while working. Moreover, if you need to ride a bicycle or walk near traffic at work, you need to understand the risk of an accident. Every...
The Black Hills National Forest and other South Dakota recreation areas are prone to wildfires. If you live in proximity to or often camp or hike in these areas, you could become seriously injured if a fast-spreading fire arises without warning. Review these...
Drowsy driving is a growing phenomenon that puts every driver at risk. Some drowsy drivers pose a much bigger threat than others, though. Drowsy truck drivers rank among the most deadly, as crashes with them often have high injury and fatality rates. Some truckers...
Negligence that results in the death of a South Dakota resident does not always occur within the boundaries of the state. You might have a family member who has visited another state where he or she suffered a fatal accident. Afterwards, you may have brought suit...
While you may know that you should keep your focus on the road when driving, not every driver is as focused on the road. Unfortunately, distracted driving injures around 400,000 people every year, and many of those injuries are fatal. Spotting distracted drivers...
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) released its final 2019 statistics a while back. The overall number of traffic deaths went from 36,835 to 36,096 for a 2% drop. However, South Dakota did quite well with the number of fatalities, going from...
When a family member dies unexpectedly, the surviving members may struggle to cope with the financial impact of their loss. When a third party caused the person's death, the deceased's loved ones may sue for wrongful death. Learn about the factors that govern wrongful...
Black lung disease — otherwise known as coal worker’s pneumoconiosis — is a lung disease characterized by scarring of the lung tissue and difficulty breathing. There is no cure for it, but early and adequate treatment can help manage the symptoms and improve one’s...
In a collision between a big rig and a passenger car, the occupants of the smaller vehicle usually draw the short straw. Advocates working on behalf of a victim can launch an investigation into the crash scene to uncover important evidence showing how the accident...
Commercial truckers have a huge responsibility in front of them. Their vehicles require a great degree of skill and care to operate safely, which is why truckers must have the proper training. They must also take steps to prevent fatigue and drowsiness behind the...
