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Worries On The Rise That This Is Becoming Another Deadly Weekend On Minnesota Roads

Mike Bryant — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 09:42:00 GMT

Memorial day weekend was a tragic one in Minnesota as eleven people were killed. Unfortunately, the last weekend of June is also seeing a increased number of road deaths. The scary numbers are that on an average weekend, two people are killed. So far we have seen five already.

Friday morning, a East Bethal woman was killed as she tried to cross from northbound highway 65 and tried to turn west on to Sims Road when a southbound sport-utility vehicle (SUV) struck her vehicle. The accident remains under investigation by the Sheriff's Office and the State Patrol.
Friday afternoon, a motorcycle carrying an Alexandria, Minn., couple rolled after hitting a deer in Otter Tail County. The driver was killed and his passenger wife is in critical condition.
Friday evening, a Rochester bicyclist was killed after he was hit by a commercial truck at the base of an exit ramp from Hwy. 52 in Rochester. The ramp had one lane closed at the time for construction.
Late Friday night, a teenage girl was killed in a one-car crash at Duluth Street and Brunswick Avenue N in Golden Valley. A teenage boy in the car was arrested and is facing pending charges. The young woman was thrown out of the car and struck her head.
Saturday morning, two cars collided about 6 a.m outside a Dairy Queen in Victoria. The State Patrol said roads were wet at the time. One of the drivers was killed.

The overall yearly numbers continue to drop for the year, but if we continue to see weekends like this they will rise. With Forth of July weekend on the horizon, hopefully people will be careful. More will be found out over the coming weeks as to the causes of each of these collisions, so it's to early to tell if the common causes of speed and alcohol were involved in any of the incidents. In all of these cases sorrow for the families of those involved goes out.

Also sorrow goes out for those that were in the massive collision down in Oklahoma. You hate to see that anywhere.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Mike Bryant

Another Weekend Of Increased Minnesota Highway Deaths Continues To Cause Concerns

Mike Bryant — Sat, 06 Jun 2009 23:14:08 GMT

After the tragic Memorial Day weekend, the first full weekend of June is also seeing above average deaths on Minnesota roads. So far there have been 2 motorcycle deaths, a pedestrian killed and 2 more drivers from car collisions. The State Police continue to look into the reason for these increase losses.

In the two motorcycle collisions, both involved the riders being thrown from their bikes after cars turned in front of them. The Pedestrian was standing next to a stalled car on Highway 94 and is yet another example of the many ways pedestrians are in danger on the roads as Injuryboard member Steve Lombardi has been chronicling. The auto deaths involved high speeds and cars that were rolled. One of the vehicles was hit by a semi.

These numbers are particularly unfortunate considering that overall the number of highway deaths has been down for 2009. But, considering that speed, alcohol, lack of seat belts, and in two of the cases a motorcycle was involved, most of the deaths involve factors where the numbers continue to rise.

As with any death in a Minnesota motor vehicle collision, there are a number of issues that will need to be reviewed. My partner, Joe Crumley, addressed this topic in a recent article for the Minnesota Lawyers Trial magazine. I was interviewed last year on the same topic. In all of these cases sorrow for the families of those involved goes out.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Mike Bryant

Deadly Weekend On Minnesota Roads

Mike Bryant — Mon, 25 May 2009 00:12:14 GMT

There have been eleven reported deaths on Minnesota roads this holiday weekend. This is more than past Memorial Day weekends and well above the usual weekend average of two to three. Hopefully, increased police presence and discussion about this increase will save some lives over the next couple of days.

The 11 people died in seven separate crashes between 6 a.m. Saturday and 6 a.m. Sunday. Alcohol played a role in several of them. The deadliest collision was a minivan that was broadsided in Olmsted County that killed four people. Of the eleven, a second death was reported in Olmsted, others took place in Cass, Dakota, Fillmore, and Aitkin Counties.

These numbers are particularly unfortunate considering that overall the number of highway deaths has been down again for 2009. But, considering that speed, alcohol, lack of seat belts and in one of the cases a motorcycle was involved, most of the deaths involve factors where the numbers continue to rise.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Mike Bryant

Insurance Statements: Talk To An Attorney First

Mike Bryant — Wed, 22 Apr 2009 09:51:00 GMT

It's amazing how many times I hear about adjusters calling people in emergency rooms, showing up at the scenes, dropping in unexpectedly, or calling, calling, calling. They are aggressive in ways that would make the mythical "ambulance chaser" blush. Why they do it was covered quite thoroughly by Injuryboard member Steve Lombardi in a post last year.

What should you do if you are asked to give a statement?

Think about why it's being done.
Ask yourself how important the issues are to you.
Protect you and your family if you have been in a collision.
Call an experienced lawyer and ask about your rights.

I talk to people all the time after they have been in both small and big accidents. I sit down with them and explain their rights and do this without charging anything. It is vital that you understand the full picture before you watch the nice insurance investigator severely change your case. I don't think the insurance companies steal from you, but they really are in the business of protecting their money. Make sure that you protect you. It's what we do for people all the time.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Mike Bryant

Spring: Warmer Weather And Higher Speeds

Mike Bryant — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 21:19:00 GMT

It's real nice to see the 70's back for temperatures in Minnesota. It's great to see the grass greening up and no more mounds of snow taking up parking spaces. The problem is that better roads often means faster driving. It's probably not a coincidence, that the first week of snow and the first week of sunny sky's means an unfortunate increased number of deaths on Minnesota roads.

This past week saw seven deaths which included:

A two car Wednesday in Wilmar at the intersection of Business Highway 71 and County Road 24 which killed one.
The Saturday evening death of a woman that was hit in St Paul by a car that was fleeing the police.
A Highway 30 crash of large trucks that killed both a Minnesota man and Iowa man in central Iowa.
A St. Paul man died when he rolled his car while exiting Interstate 35W just south of downtown Minneapolis trying to enter eastbound Interstate 94 shortly after midnight Tuesday.
Four were critically injured when a pick up truck in Blaine crossed the center line and hit an on coming car last Sunday night.
A Buffalo man lost control of his motorcycle and was killed last Saturday night.

As with bed weather, it's important that everyone SLOW DOWN. At a time when the number of overall road deaths is decreasing these sudden rises in horrible loses should be heeded.

As with any death in a Minnesota motor vehicle collision, there are a number of issues that will need to be reviewed. My partner, Joe Crumley, addressed this topic in a recent article for the Minnesota Lawyers Trial magazine. I was interviewed last year on the same topic. In this case, sorrow for the families of those involved goes out.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Mike Bryant

Bus Pulls Out In Front Of Motorcycle in Sauk Centre Township

Mike Bryant — Mon, 10 Nov 2008 20:31:00 GMT

Saturday morning, a motorcyclist ran into a bus that backed out into the road in Stearns County. The collision took place on Stearns County Road 184 in Sauk Centre Township. The bus had been backing out of a driveway onto the highway. The motorcycle hit the driver’s side of the tour bus.

Recent reports indicate that deaths on motorcycles are rising in Minnesota. It's important that the following be kept in mind:

1. Yield the right-of-way.

2. Start seeing motorcycles.

3. When on a motorcycle, make sure people see you.

4. When just starting to ride, make sure you have the correct training.

The road is big enough for everyone.

If you are in an accident, make sure to get the names of anyone who indicates they saw what happened. If you witness an accident, check to see if everyone is OK and stay around or at least give the drivers your contact information. If you are injured, seek the advice of an attorney who does that kind of work and who can explain your coverages and rights.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Mike Bryant

Pick Up Hits Motorcyclist In St Cloud

Mike Bryant — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 09:43:00 GMT

Friday evening, a motorcyclist was hit by a pick truck in St Cloud. The collision took place at the intersection of Roosevelt Road and 22nd Street South and sent the motorcyclist from Sartell to the St Cloud Hospital. Witnesses say that the motorcyclist had to be freed by firefighters after being pinned underneath the pickup. The pickup driver was cited for disobeying a traffic signal.

Recent reports indicate that deaths on motorcycles are rising in Minnesota. It's important that the following be kept in mind:

1. Yield the right-of-way.

2. Start seeing motorcycles.

3. When on a motorcycle, make sure people see you.

4. When just starting to ride, make sure you have the correct training.

The road is big enough for everyone.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Mike Bryant

Minnesota Auto Accident- Who Should You Hire?

Mike Bryant — Thu, 09 Oct 2008 09:21:00 GMT

There are accidents each day in and around Minnesota. If you are in an accident, we encourage you to see an attorney immediately, even if you believe your injury is minor. As an example, we assisted a client in a situation where months after an accident, his family was facing bankruptcy, only to find he had an actionable claim. Valuable evidence is often lost when there is a delay.

Insurance companies have teams of defense lawyers to help them minimize your compensation. You need an experienced and effective advocate on your side, dedicated solely to protecting your interests.

Immediately after a personal injury, it’s critical to see a doctor and/or file a police report.

Our experienced personal injury lawyers regularly represent clients suffering from serious and catastrophic injuries. We have extensive experience negotiating with insurance companies and litigating personal injury and wrongful death claims throughout Minnesota. Whether you were injured in an auto or truck accident, in a collision with an insured or underinsured driver, from a fall on dangerous or neglected property, as a result of medical malpractice, from a dog bite, or in a car accident involving alcohol, we will go to work for you immediately to seek the financial compensation you need and deserve.

"Justice for the Injured." This is more than just a slogan at Bradshaw & Bryant PLLC; it is the reason we are lawyers. People need a lawyer who will fight for their rights whether they have been injured or are in trouble. We believe that with our experience, talent, and available resources, we can achieve justice for our clients, and give you the best legal representation possible. Making a positive difference in people's lives, that is what it is about for Bradshaw & Bryant PLLC.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Mike Bryant

Motorcycle Hit By SUV In St Cloud

Mike Bryant — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 07:54:58 GMT

Sunday afternoon on 16th St. in St. Cloud, a motorcyclist was hit by a SUV. Reports indicate that the SUV driver didn't see the motorcycle and and turned across the bike's path; A very common accident when large vehicles and motorcycles collide.

Increased gas prices have more people driving fuel efficient alternatives. At the same time, recent reports indicate that deaths on motorcycles are rising in Minnesota. It's important that the following be kept in mind:

1. Yield the right-of-way.

2. Start seeing motorcycles.

3. When on a motorcycle, make sure people see you.

4. When just starting to ride, make sure you have the correct training.

The road is big enough for everyone.

Originally posted at InjuryBoard by Mike Bryant