A motor vehicle accident can change your life in a moment. In a few seconds, severe injuries may threaten your ability to function normally for a long time. If you are a parent, will you be able to provide for your family after the accident? You may no longer have the...
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What are risk factors for pedestrian accidents?
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Jun 8, 2021 | Car Crashes
There are various reasons why you might suffer an injury while walking across a street. A distracted driver who fails to see you collides with you or the road may have a surprise obstruction that hampers your ability to get away from a moving vehicle in time. Studies...
Speed, alcohol factors in 60% of year-to-date fatal crashes
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | May 18, 2021 | Car Crashes
Traffic fatalities hit an early milestone in Minnesota. By late April, Minnesota saw more than 100 people die in crashes on its roadways, which has not happened this early in the year since 2016. Per the Star Tribune, many of the fatal crashes that took place on...
Get the facts about distracted driving in Minnesota
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Apr 29, 2021 | Car Crashes
According to the Minnesota Office of Traffic Safety, one in nine auto accidents in the state involves a distracted driver. In 2020 alone, 29 state residents died and nearly 3,000 were injured in this type of motor vehicle accident. Review the rules about texting and...
Leaking cerebrospinal fluid is a medical emergency
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Apr 16, 2021 | Car Crashes
Any blow to your head may cause you to suffer a traumatic brain injury. If you hit your head on your car's steering wheel, airbag or dashboard during a serious motor vehicle crash, you should ask a doctor to examine you for a possible TBI. While some TBIs resolve with...
Can your pet cause a car accident?
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Apr 2, 2021 | Car Crashes
If you enjoy traveling with your pet, you are certainly not alone. Every day, people take their pets with them to the store, to school or even to work. Improperly securing your furry friend, however, could be the reason you end up in a serious car accident. Your...
3 personal injury lawsuit milestones
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Feb 20, 2021 | Car Crashes
You should seek immediate medical attention if you even suspect you have an injury. What happens after that? How can you strengthen your case immediately? Unfortunately, it is difficult to say. The details change depending on your unique situation. There is no set...
Understand the Minnesota restrictions for teen drivers
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Feb 18, 2021 | Car Crashes
Teens have more serious auto accidents than drivers in any other age group. To combat this issue, Minnesota has a provisional license program to help new drivers become safe drivers with experience. If you have a teen learning how to drive, review the restrictions he...
Calculating damages for pain and suffering
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Feb 2, 2021 | Car Crashes
If you sustain injuries in a car accident, you may receive one or more types of compensation following a successful lawsuit. Compensation for damages such as medical bills or vehicle repairs is straightforward since these expenses have a paper trail. Calculating...
How does accident reconstruction work?
On Behalf of The Cody Law Group | Jan 31, 2021 | Car Crashes
After suffering serious injuries in an accident, the cause of the accident determines whether you can receive compensation. If another person caused the accident, he or she may have to pay for damages. One of the ways to prove the circumstances of an accident is...