Stillwater Personal Injury Law Blog
Study: Drivers in their 70s are safer than middle-aged drivers
Older drivers have long inspired both jokes and worry. Some people laugh at clichés about senior citizens driving slowly with their turn signals always on, while others fret that older drivers are a danger to themselves and others because they are believed to cause a...
Distracted driving and your work commute
Distracted driving is the problem that just doesn’t seem to go away. Even with the near-nationwide bans on texting while driving and Minnesota’s recent hands-free laws, drivers still find themselves distracted while behind the wheel. Unfortunately, while these...
How to protect yourself as a pedestrian among motorists
Walking around and taking in nature or architecture is a pleasure all Minnesotans should be able to take in — especially as the warmer months stick around. Although your main priority is enjoying yourself when you take a stroll, whenever you walk near vehicles it’s...
Why might driving to work increase injury risk?
Regardless of how much you like your job, you must continually dedicate your best efforts to completing projects and proving your value to your employer. That process typically begins with arriving on time, ready to focus on the company’s needs. If you work from home,...
5 tips for safe driving in Stillwater’s summertime traffic
Summer in Stillwater is a special time of year. Although the crowds may be smaller this year due to the pandemic, plenty of visitors will come through to visit the wonderful shops, restaurants and scenery Stillwater has to offer. That also means more vehicles on the...
Minnesota mayor says he was driving drunk before car accident
Minnesota Vikings fans have had their hearts broken many times over the years, but a Vikings loss is no excuse for driving drunk and hurting other people in a car accident. Drinking alcohol reduces a person's judgment, reflexes and senses to the point that driving...
Know the Minnesota motorcycle laws
When riding a motorcycle, knowing the rules of the road reduces your risk for serious personal injury in an accident. Whether you just bought your first motorcycle or need a refresher, prepare yourself before you ride. Start with this guide to the motorcycle laws in...
How to spot a distracted driver and what to do about it
Distracted driving is one of the top ways that individuals end up in fatal car accidents. While you can’t stop another driver from looking at their phone or petting their dog while on the road, you should always be aware of those around you and know how to spot a...
Know your rights and responsibilities as a cyclist
Stillwater is an incredible place to explore on two wheels. In fact, the town even has a bike trail that you can take all the way to Minneapolis. Before donning your helmet and hopping on your bicycle, make sure you know the state and local traffic laws that apply to...
Who’s responsible for your recovery when there’s no-fault?
You were just in your first real accident, and it can be hard to handle all the costs that are piling up. Minnesota is a no-fault state for auto insurance, but it’s often difficult to know just what that means for your case. Car crashes injured nearly 28,000 people in...
