Duluth Minnesota Personal Injury Law Blog
Are rural communities hit harder by the opioid epidemic?
The number of opioid overdose deaths are much higher in rural areas than in larger cities. This is a bit misleading since it may make you think that it means opioids are a bigger problem in rural areas than large communities. That is not entirely true. According to...
What is worker fatigue and why should you care?
According to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, fatigue is the body’s way of signaling to the brain that it is time to slow down and rest. Unfortunately, many Americans fail to heed the body’s warnings and continue to work long hours, take on irregular...
Did your doctor prescribe you too much pain medication?
After an injury or medical procedure, you may be desperate for pain relief, yet concerned over how much of your prescription you can take before you become dependent on it. How does your doctor know what amount and length of time are safe for you? According to STAT...
What happens in an overloaded big rig crash
Commercial trucks are subject to a number of federal and state regulations that trucking companies do not always observe. One practice that continues despite the potential danger is overloading cargo. If you are the victim of a truck-car crash due to overloaded cargo,...
Product location can be a safety issue in stores
Retail store owners and managers in Minnesota are not liable for every accident that occurs on their premises, but you have the right to expect that you will be safe while you shop. This includes floors that are clean and free of obstacles, and it also means you...
Workplace noise and hearing loss
Exposure to dangerous noise levels in the workplace may cause hearing loss for workers in Minnesota and elsewhere. Due to the tools they use on the job, the environments they work in, or a combination of these and other factors, people in a range of industries may be...
How can you avoid drowsy driving this winter?
In Minnesota, the winters are long and dark. Unfortunately, your work day does not end early just because the sun has set. Many people find themselves commuting to and from work in the dark during the winter months. This can make it all too easy to fall prey to drowsy...
6 tips for snowmobiling safety
The season of snow sports is upon us, and at Falsani, Balmer, Peterson & Balmer in Minnesota, we would like to remind everyone to take precautions to avoid personal injuries this winter season. If snowmobiling is one of your favorite ways to enjoy the winter...
Personal liability in a dog-bite incident
If your dog bites someone, you may be legally responsible for his or her injuries, depending on the circumstances of the incident. Although some states do not hold the dog owner responsible if the animal has never been aggressive, Minnesota requires owners to pay...
Does workers’ comp cover workplace violence injuries?
At the Mayo Medical Center at St. Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, a Minnesota resident suffered multiple stab wounds while she was working in the employees' cafeteria during the morning shift. As reported by KROC-AM News-Talk radio, her estranged husband, who was also...
