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Ever since automobiles came into widespread use, people have been dreaming of a future in which vehicles drove themselves, freeing up the driver to engage in leisure on the road and removing the dangers associated with human error and poor judgment. While this has...
People work in a mine for different reasons. Some excavate valuable minerals like silver and gold while others work for energy companies to mine for natural resources like oil and coal. Nonetheless, mining is dangerous work thanks to the possibility of seismic...
This area has long been crucial to America’s mining industry, producing metals, coal and other fuels. According to the State of Wyoming Geological Survey, Wyoming provides power to more than half the states in the country. As a miner, the work you do is important —...
Sometimes, negligence is apparent when it comes to a motor vehicle accident. A person may blow through a stop sign or a traffic signal without ever slowing down. A driver may cause an accident while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. But what happens if weather...
Honda has recently agreed to an $85 million settlement regarding allegations of safety defects in the frontal airbags of certain vehicles. The settlement will be paid out to 48 states and territories, including South Dakota. The multi-state action against American...
Every year, it feels like there is a rash of wildfires that makes the news. Those not in impacted areas are often shocked by how massive they are and how much ground they cover. And that’s just the major fires that get into the news cycle. There are plenty of smaller...
Did you know that highway motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death among oilfield workers? It’s true. Of those oil and gas extraction workers who are killed on the job, approximately 40% are killed in a fatal highway incident, according to OSHA. This is in...
Focusing on the road is the best way to ensure your safety. However, distractions can happen, and even the smallest instance can lead to a dangerous accident. Distracted driving causes the deaths of around nine people and injuries of over 1,000 each day in the United...
When accidents happen, you may know immediately that you or a loved one has suffered a severe injury. In other cases, you may think you are okay, but start to feel worse as time goes on. Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) can fall into either category. They are often...
Summer in South Dakota means the opportunity to get out and explore the exceptional natural beauty the Great Plains has to offer. Every year, local visitors and tourists find their way to Black Hills or head west to visit Devils Tower in Wyoming. Whether hiking with...
