Car crashes can result in serious injuries that leave victims unable to work. If you were in an accident that made it difficult for you to perform your job, you could face a loss of income that impairs your ability to pay your bills and support your family....
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What is a wrongful death lawsuit?
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Nov 21, 2022 | Firm News
Losing a loved one is difficult and often devastating to undergo. To lose your loved one to the negligence or intentional action of a person or institution can feel like an insult on top of the injury. You may have a wrongful death claim if you lose a loved one to an...
Can crush injuries happen in car crashes?
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Nov 4, 2022 | Firm News
Car crashes can result in numerous injuries for victims. This includes strains, sprains, breaks, bruises, burns and worse. Crush injuries are among the more severe injuries that a person could suffer in a car crash. But what are they? Understanding crush injuries Up...
Can you receive punitive damages if hit by a drunk driver?
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Oct 29, 2022 | Car Crashes
A car accident can have devastating physical, emotional and financial consequences. Tort law allows you an avenue to recover the damages you suffered. However, if the negligent driver was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the accident, the court may order...
How do brain injuries impact victim personalities?
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Oct 20, 2022 | Firm News
When dealing with trauma to the brain, the effects can sometimes be unpredictable. This can cause a lot of distress not only for the victim, but also their loved ones. One of the biggest unexpected impacts of a brain injury involve a victim's personality. In what ways...
Red-light runners may be bad drivers in more than one way
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Oct 10, 2022 | Car Crashes
At one time or another, virtually all drivers have gone through a traffic light that was a bit too yellow. Too many drivers are taking inadvertent red-light running to the next level, though. Indeed, according to reporting from NPR, about 33% of drivers say they have...
Temporary disability benefits after a workplace injury
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Sep 28, 2022 | Work Injuries
After a workplace accident, you may need to take time off as you recover. In this situation, you could receive temporary disability benefits. Workers' compensation can provide income if you cannot earn your full wages during the recovery process. According to the...
Fatal commercial truck wrecks rose 13% in 2021
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Sep 12, 2022 | Car Crashes
Many people across Minnesota feel uneasy when sharing the roads with commercial trucks, and studies suggest these concerns have merit. The number of fatal commercial truck crashes occurring across Minnesota and the rest of the United States is rising rapidly, and...
Traumatic brain injury symptoms you need to know
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Aug 30, 2022 | Uncategorized
If you or a loved one have been in an accident, you may have a lot on your plate. This can be especially true if you sustained an injury. What some may not know is that traumatic brain injuries or TBIs are not always immediately apparent. Knowing the signs of one can...
Possible reasons for the rise in vehicle accidents
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Aug 26, 2022 | Car Crashes
For nearly three years now, much information points to more dangerous roads for drivers in Minnesota and throughout the nation. This comes at a time when many vehicles have improved measures for safety such as more airbags and better accident-avoidance technology....