Sexual Assault by Medical Providers
There’s something that just seems particularly sinister about sexual assault by medical providers. When you go to see a doctor or another medical professional, you’re in a very vulnerable position. Anyone who takes advantage of that vulnerability for his or her own sexual pleasure needs to be punished to the full extent of the law,… Read more »
Jail Sexual Assault Lawsuit
Facing a charge of jail sexual assault (sexual assault is known as “criminal sexual conduct” in Minnesota) is obviously a serious problem. Any sort of sexual activity between a law enforcement or correctional facility officer and a detainee or inmate is illegal. It doesn’t matter whether or not the sex was consensual. Not only can… Read more »
Evidence in a Minnesota Dog Bite Case
Even though just about everybody loves dogs, there are too many instances where they don’t love us back. The consequences of a dog bit can be terrible, ranging from trauma to potential lifelong disabilities to even death. Victims of dog bites can often pursue compensation in the form of a lawsuit, which can help offset… Read more »
Child Sexual Abuse in Schools
Any sort of child abuse is horrible, of course, but child sexual abuse in schools is particularly insidious. An innocent young person is being harmed by someone they trust – it could be a teacher, a coach, another student, or someone else. The mental and emotional damage can last for years. At Sand Law LLC, we work passionately to represent… Read more »
Are Insurance Companies Biased Against Motorcyclists in Personal Injury Claims?
If you’ve been involved in a motorcycle accident, the last thing you want to deal with is other people’s biases. Unfortunately, when you’re involved in a motorcycle accident, you may have to deal with unfair motorcycle bias. However, with a talented attorney by your side, you won’t have to deal with the consequences of this… Read more »
Benefits of Hiring a Wrongful Death Attorney
Losing someone is always difficult. Filing a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of a loved one can be even more stressful and hard to deal with. Our attorneys here at Sand Law know just how hard this process is for you. And we’re ready to fight for your right to the compensation you and your… Read more »
5 Common Types of Car Accidents and How to Avoid Them
Each year in the United States, there are upwards of 35,000 fatalities because of car accidents. Most of these accidents are caused by distracted driving, drunk or drugged driving, inexperience, and general mistakes on behalf of one or more drivers. Because of this, almost all car accidents can be prevented with safe driving. There are… Read more »
I Was Injured on a Dangerous Staircase. Can I Sue?
Falling down the stairs can result in serious injuries, such as brain, back, and neck injuries. These severe injuries often require expensive long-term medical treatment. Victims of slip and fall accidents or staircase accidents are often left with high medical bills, change to their quality of life, and overall mental anguish. Each year falls account… Read more »
How a Spinal Cord Injury Can Affect Your Quality of Life
After any injury, you can expect to experience a change in your quality of life. Whether you have to worry about medical expenses or learn how to walk again, it can be stressful and difficult. With spinal cord injuries, this change is often significant, requiring adapting to many changes, including physical therapy, using a wheelchair,… Read more »
Real Advice from an Attorney: When To Hire A Car Accident Attorney
Many people don’t have experience working with an attorney if they haven’t previously been involved in a car accident or other personal injury accident. For this reason, it may be hard for some people to decide whether or not they should hire an attorney to represent them. Oftentimes, people believe that attorneys aren’t worth the… Read more »