Nobody wants to deal with the aftermath of a car accident, even if the accident itself is relatively minor. However, trying to figure out what to do in the aftermath of a car accident where the other party has driven off from the scene can be particularly maddening. ...
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A truck driver’s smoking habit may put you at risk
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Dec 10, 2020 | Car Crashes
It is virtually impossible to drive in the Twin Cities without passing at least one commercial vehicle, as the area is a confluence of major interstate highways. Because semitrucks outweigh your vehicle by several tons, a collision with one may leave you or your...
What do you know about workers’ comp vs. disability?
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Dec 1, 2020 | Firm News
You hurt yourself at work recently, but you do not know whether to pursue workers' compensation or disability. You cannot waste time on treating your injury or tending to medical bills, making it essential to take action as soon as possible. Chron breaks down...
Sharing the road with big rigs during the winter
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Nov 23, 2020 | Car Crashes
As the weather turns colder, snow, ice and freezing rain affect Minnesota road conditions. Treacherous roads make using safe driving techniques critical, especially when sharing the road with big trucks. If your car collides with a semi, the damage to you could be...
Drunk driving continues to plague Minnesota
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Nov 3, 2020 | Car Crashes
It should be no surprise to drivers that driving after drinking alcohol is unwise. Yet far too many people continue to make this reckless and senseless choice. Even worse is the fact that this decision puts far too many innocent people in harm's way for no good...
Does workers’ compensation pay my wages when I am hurt?
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Oct 22, 2020 | Work Injuries
If you experience an injury or develop an illness related to your job, you may be eligible to receive workers' compensation benefits aimed at replacing some of your earnings. This program offers a variety of benefits to injured or ill employees. You may not qualify...
What should I do after being bitten by a dog?
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Oct 19, 2020 | Firm News
Dog owners in Minnesota can be held liable for the injuries their pets cause. According to the Minnesota Legislature, owners must cover injuries and others costs related to dog bites when their pets attack without provocation and the victim is behaving reasonably in...
The 4 types of brain injury symptoms
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Oct 7, 2020 | Firm News
When you get into a serious car accident, there is a chance you could sustain a traumatic brain injury. According to the Brain Trauma Foundation, approximately 2.5 million people suffer from a brain injury every year. You may experience brain injury symptoms right...
ATV fatalities beat annual averages before the Fall season
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Sep 25, 2020 | Car Crashes
Many injuries live along the highways, but stats show that off-highway vehicles in Minnesota are seeing an increased amount of accidents and fatalities. Bring Me The News reports that a rise in fatalities that breaks the decade average has the Department of Natural...
A guide to a truck’s blind spots
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Sep 8, 2020 | Car Crashes
Getting into an accident with a commercial vehicle if you are in a traditional passenger vehicle is extremely dangerous. The average commercial truck weighs ten times more than a sedan. This means that the danger falls disproportionately on the passenger vehicle in an...