Most U.S. states, including Minnesota, have statutory rape laws in place to protect minors from sexual abuse and exploitation. These laws make it illegal for anyone to engage in sexual activity with a minor who is below a certain age, even if the minor consents to the...
How Do Work Zones Change the Rules of the Road in Minnesota?
Work zones are an essential part of road maintenance and improvement projects. However, they can also be a source of frustration for drunk drivers. In Minnesota, we aren’t strangers to road construction. Our weather is to blame for many of the cracks and potholes that...
Defending Against An Unfounded Child Sex Abuse Charge
Being falsely accused of child sex abuse can be a devastating experience that can have a permanent impact on your personal and professional life. The court of public opinion doesn’t always wait until you’re found guilty to pass judgment, but having your charges...
¿Cómo beneficiará a los inmigrantes la nueva Ley de Licencias para Todos?
La nueva Ley de Licencias para Todos, también conocida como "licencias de conducir para todos", tiene el potencial de beneficiar significativamente a los inmigrantes de varias maneras. Esta legislación permite que los inmigrantes indocumentados obtengan licencias de...
Pedestrian Hit by a Drunk Driver? What You Need to Know
While any car accident can be painful and traumatic, some of the most severe car accidents involving pedestrians are caused by drunk drivers. Drunk driving accidents can cause serious injuries and damages – even death, leaving victims struggling to recover physically,...
Top Risk Factors for Semi-Truck Accidents in Minnesota
Semi-truck accidents can be physically and emotionally devastating for the accident victims who suffer life-altering injuries, or the family members of a lost loved one. Being involved in an accident with a negligent commercial driver makes it much more likely that...
Why Semi-Truck Accidents Can Lead to Serious Injuries
Every year, dozens of serious semi-truck accidents occur on roads and highways across Minnesota. Unfortunately, these accidents often result in catastrophic injuries and even fatalities, due to the sheer size and weight of these commercial vehicles. When a semi-truck...
When Are Catastrophic Injuries from Snowmobiling Accidents Most Likely?
Minnesota is a winter wonderland that offers an abundance of opportunities for outdoor winter activities, including snowmobiling. While snowmobiling can be a thrilling experience, it can also be dangerous, if not done safely. Every year, there are nearly 300 serious...
Winter Driving Statistics and Safety Tips You Need to Know
Winter driving can be challenging, dangerous, and sometimes deadly. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, approximately 1,300 people die in winter weather-related car crashes each year. Minnesota’s winter weather can be very unpredictable,...
How Serious Is a No Contact Order Violation?
No contact orders can come about in many ways, but the sad truth is that some of the allegations that lead to no contact orders are false. By being granted a no contact order, the accuser may be making life difficult on the accused as a revenge tactic or so that they...
Minnesota Ice-Related Car Accident Fatalities
Often when we hear of a fatal car crash due to icy roads, it is considered a tragic accident with nobody to blame but mother nature. While this may be the case for many car accidents, it does not apply to cases where the surviving driver was acting recklessly or with...
What Is the Difference between Punitive and Compensatory Damages?
The distinction of punitive damages versus compensatory damages can be confusing for accident victims, especially when trying to determine which types of expenses fall into each category. Here’s more on special compensatory vs. punitive damages and how you may be able...
2023 Readers’ Choice Award for Best Attorneys
Sieben Edmunds Miller has been awarded the 2023 Readers’ Choice Award for Best Attorneys by the SUN ThisWeek newspaper’s Burnsville/Eagan edition. This is the third consecutive year the firm has received this award. The 13th annual Readers' Choice Award is a contest...
Should I Accept the Insurance Company’s First Offer for a Car Accident?
Car accidents often lead to unexpected injuries, and those injuries come with expenses. If you were recently in an accident caused by another party, you may have already been contacted by their insurance company. In many cases the insurance company will quickly offer...
Seat Belt Laws In Minnesota
It’s common knowledge that wearing a seat belt is the safest thing we can all do as vehicle occupants. They drastically cut down on injuries due to accidents, and those who are injured while wearing a seat belt have less severe injuries than those who don’t wear one....
What is in the Proposed Marijuana Legalization Bill?
Minnesota state legislators just released their proposal to legalize marijuana in the State of Minnesota. With DFL control of the House, Senate and Governor’s office, legalized marijuana is likely to become the law in some form. It still has hurdles to get through,...
Where Should I Receive Medical Attention After an Accident?
Often times the primary purpose of a personal injury case is to address the cost of treating your injuries, as well as addressing lost wages and the other consequences of your injury, such as pain and suffering. One of the ways to prove your case is through your...
How Dash Cams Can Impact Your Accident Claim
Did you have the forethought to install a dash cam in your vehicle before getting in your recent car accident? According to Minnesota dash cam laws, it may provide valuable evidence that can help you win a personal injury case. Here’s how your Minnesota personal...