Each state has its own character when it comes to driving cars on its roads, and Minnesota is no exception. Some states take care of their roads better and feature more robust safety precautions that benefit drivers. Other states may not have the money or the...
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Negligent entrustment explained
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | May 8, 2020 | Car Crashes
Having to deal with the aftermath of a car accident in Vadnais Heights is always difficult. You may have to cope with injuries and damages to your vehicle, plus the prospect of having to take time away from work to recuperate. Your struggles could then become even...
A trucker’s poor health may put your life in danger
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | May 5, 2020 | Car Crashes
Commercial truck drivers play an invaluable role in your life by transporting the goods you and your family use every day. Still, if a trucker is not in good health, he or she may inadvertently put your life in danger. Researchers recently examined the medical...
How common is substance abuse among truckers?
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Apr 22, 2020 | Car Crashes
For many, the trucking profession proves to be lonely and stressful, and some truck drivers try to combat boredom or stave off loneliness by abusing drugs and alcohol on the job. While abusing substances while driving anything is dangerous, drivers who abuse...
Traumatic brain injuries on the job
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Apr 17, 2020 | Work Injuries
Minnesota workers often face hazards on the job. For example, some workers spend time around heavy equipment. This equipment may cause crush damage or impact injuries if they break. Some risk factors may lead to head injuries. In turn, these injuries can cause a...
Southern Minnesota Crash Leaves Fatalities and Questions
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Apr 2, 2020 | Car Crashes
Crashes and collisions leave a lot of pieces to pick up. None more than those tragedies that leave family members with lost loved ones. In these kinds of circumstances, the investigations may leave us wanting for precious information or reveal that something was at...
What constitutes wrongful death?
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Mar 20, 2020 | Firm News
The death of someone you love is never easy but when that death occurs due to the negligence of someone else, you may want to find a way to hold that person accountable. While the criminal justice system may step in for some situations, such as a fatal car accident,...
What should you know about MN’s no-fault insurance system?
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Mar 10, 2020 | Car Crashes
Minnesota is one of 12 remaining states that uses a no-fault insurance system. Though the no-fault system goes against traditional English common law, which places financial liability on the at-fault party, lawmakers developed it out of necessity. Per The Minnesota...
How to take care of your family after an MVA
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Feb 27, 2020 | Car Crashes
The aftereffects of a car accident are far-reaching. If you suffer severe injuries, it can leave you worrying about how to take care of your family. You may have physical challenges, and there are sure to be financial challenges awaiting you. Because you probably...
What do statistics reveal about Minn. work-related injuries?
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Feb 19, 2020 | Work Injuries
The Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry analyzed work-related injury statistics from 2018 and released the findings in November 2019. As reported by the Twin Cities Pioneer Press, the results reveal some interesting information about work-related injuries...